Ivermectin (Topical)
Anti-parasitic (Topical)
View Brand Names (3)Dose and dosage
In General
0.5 mg/kg externally. Repeat after 10-14 days.
Applications:
- Flies
- Lice
- Mites
- Tick
- Fleas
- external parasites
Indication Notes:
N/A
Avoid In:
N/A
Contraindication Notes:
N/A
Ivermectin enhances the release of gamma amino butyric acid (GABA) at presynaptic neurons. GABA acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter and blocks the post-synaptic stimulation of the adjacent neuron in nematodes or the muscle fiber in arthropods. By stimulating the release of GABA, ivermectin causes paralysis of the parasite and eventual death.
Dog:
Ivermectin is not recommended for use in puppies less than 6 weeks old.