Hi
I'm wondering what kind of Vet meds are available in Nic. to treat Mange? Specifically I'm inquiring about Ivermectin (aka Stromectol).
I've noticed on my trips to Central America that Mange is a major problem for many street animals.
This medication is highly effective in treating Mange ( it "is" a poison and as such must be administered properly).
I am not a Vet but have worked (volunteered) overseas with many world class vets and like to help the helpless whenever I can.
I'm seeking input regarding the availability and cost of this medication and would appreciate any info. I can buy it online and bring it, but it may be far less expensive if available there.
Though it's often administered intramuscularly (injected) I would primarily be using oral forms. Usually Ivermectin (Stromectol)comes in 3mg., 6mg. and 12mg pills.
In case anyone reading this wants to treat an animal with Mange (not suggested without experience...but a tip of my hat to those who care enough to do so), the basic dosage (for most dogs, though Herding breeds are different) is about .2 mgs per pound of body weight. So a twenty pound dog would need about 4mgs administered (in food or ?) once a week for a couple/few weeks or so.
In extreme cases this regimen can be increased to same dose every 4 to 7 days for a few weeks.
(Side afftects include the runs, disorientation or lack of coordination, possible vomitting. This is quite normal)
Face usually starts to clear up in about a week, then slowly the body (and eventually the neck due to scratching).
Obviously in a perfect world infected animals should be treated at a Vet....but it's not a perfect world. This easily administered treatment can/will greatly reduce/eliminate a lot of suffering.
Mange is a parasite and thus transferable. Wear gloves and wash after touching or being near to an infected animal.
In humans this type of mite causes Scabies and is (can be) treated the same way in a pinch.
Thanks
I'm wondering what kind of Vet meds are available in Nic. to treat Mange? Specifically I'm inquiring about Ivermectin (aka Stromectol).
I've noticed on my trips to Central America that Mange is a major problem for many street animals.
This medication is highly effective in treating Mange ( it "is" a poison and as such must be administered properly).
I am not a Vet but have worked (volunteered) overseas with many world class vets and like to help the helpless whenever I can.
I'm seeking input regarding the availability and cost of this medication and would appreciate any info. I can buy it online and bring it, but it may be far less expensive if available there.
Though it's often administered intramuscularly (injected) I would primarily be using oral forms. Usually Ivermectin (Stromectol)comes in 3mg., 6mg. and 12mg pills.
In case anyone reading this wants to treat an animal with Mange (not suggested without experience...but a tip of my hat to those who care enough to do so), the basic dosage (for most dogs, though Herding breeds are different) is about .2 mgs per pound of body weight. So a twenty pound dog would need about 4mgs administered (in food or ?) once a week for a couple/few weeks or so.
In extreme cases this regimen can be increased to same dose every 4 to 7 days for a few weeks.
(Side afftects include the runs, disorientation or lack of coordination, possible vomitting. This is quite normal)
Face usually starts to clear up in about a week, then slowly the body (and eventually the neck due to scratching).
Obviously in a perfect world infected animals should be treated at a Vet....but it's not a perfect world. This easily administered treatment can/will greatly reduce/eliminate a lot of suffering.
Mange is a parasite and thus transferable. Wear gloves and wash after touching or being near to an infected animal.
In humans this type of mite causes Scabies and is (can be) treated the same way in a pinch.
Thanks
