Review of Selamectin Use in Dogs and Cats
Author Information
Author(s): Maggie A Fisher, David J Shanks
Hypothesis
Selamectin can be effectively used off-label to treat various ecto- and endoparasite conditions in dogs and cats.
Conclusion
Selamectin has been shown to be effective and well-tolerated for treating a range of parasitic infections in dogs and cats.
Supporting Evidence
- Selamectin has been used successfully to treat various ectoparasites like fleas and mites in dogs and cats.
- It has shown efficacy against endoparasites such as Dirofilaria repens and Aelurostrongylus abstrusus.
- Selamectin is well-tolerated even in sensitive breeds like ivermectin-sensitive collies.
Takeaway
Selamectin is a medicine that helps pets get rid of bugs that make them sick, and it works well for many types of infections.
Methodology
The review summarizes various reports on the off-label use of selamectin in treating different parasites in dogs and cats.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to financial support from Pfizer Animal Health.
Limitations
The review does not provide specific data on the effectiveness of selamectin for all conditions, particularly for generalized demodicosis.
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