2006-08-04 17:26:32 · 9 answers · asked by Wonikas 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I *love* it when people answer questions they know nothing about. LOL (sarcastically)
My dog was diagnosed recently with sarcoptic mange. The first vet tried Ivermectin injections, along with steroid injections to reduce the itching. It didn't help at all, once the steroid wore off. He wanted to do a second injection, just to see if it would work, when everything I've read about the drug states that it should work at least a little bit after the first dose.
The second vet treated with Revolution and it worked like a charm. It states right on the package that it works for sarcoptic mange, too.
The vet prescribed treatments spaced two weeks apart, along with steroid injections to stop the scratching, and antibiotics for any secondary skin infections. I started to see results after a week or so. We repeated the treatment every two weeks for two months, and I haven't had a problem with mange since.
You really need to see a vet, if you haven't already, because the Revolution will kill the mange, but the dog will still itch until all the mange is gone (can take up to a month or two). If she is still scratching, it still opens up a route for infection, and she will need antibiotics for that in addition to something to stop the itching. Benedryl might be a good alternative to steroids, though.
There are also other types of mange, such as demodectic, that will not be cured by Revolution, so be sure to consult a vet to make sure it's Sarcoptic mange.
Good luck!
2006-08-08 19:35:07 · answer #1 · answered by rita_alabama 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Revolution For Sarcoptic Mange
2016-11-06 20:47:14 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sarcoptic mange or "scabies" produce extreme itching along with hair loss. Mites sometimes also enter the ears of the dog where they cause a big amount of discomfort and unavoidably produce bacterial infections.
There are two types of manges for dogs- sarcoptic and demodex. Sarcoptic mange is contagious to humans but not Demodectic mange which lives deep in the skin layers.
If you do notice an itchy hair loss patch on your dog, get it examined early by your vet. It can usually be identified and treatment given that day, in the practice. However, an improvement will take several weeks, so be patient.
To avoid getting mites a well balanced diet is essential. A clean bed and yard environment, An occasional flea rinse or using benzyl peroxide shampoo usually keeps them away. Normal dog to dog contact does not spread mites. Unlike fleas mites live in the skin not on the skin. Only close contact e.g. Mother and pups is contagious.
The mites can be very difficult to confirm by skin scraping tests.
Anti-bacterial or anti-itch shampoos preceed one of several anti-mite dips. Paramite dip (an organophosphate), Mitaban dip (Amitraz), and Lime-Sulfur dips given weekly are usually effective.
Ivermectin is the perfect choice for treating your pet. This is one of the most effective treatments against Sarcoptes scabei yet is is off-label as far as the FDA is concerned. Typically an injection is given either weekly or every two weeks in 1-4 doses. Even oral preparations of Ivermectin is available against prescription. Make a try.
But getting confirmed and treated by a vet is a useful advice for you to save your pet from this dreadful infection.
2006-08-04 17:44:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Revolutin will not treat mange, sarcoptic or demodex. You need to take you dog to your vet so they can do skin scraps and let you know what kind of mange it is and they will treat it. Usually treatment includes a medicated bath that the vet has to do once weekly. Sarcoptic mange is contagious to you and anyone else in contact with your dog.
2006-08-04 18:26:22 · answer #4 · answered by That girl 2 · 1⤊ 4⤋
Revolution is used by veterinarians as an off-label treatment for mange in both cats and dogs. It is a derivative of Ivermectin.
2016-10-22 14:30:53 · answer #5 · answered by Julia 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Revolution does treat mange. Our vets use it for our rescue pregnant dogs. It is the only safe thing for pregnant and nursing mommas, and since these dogs are rescues they are never in good shape. Please do not say anything if you do not know what you are talking about.
2015-10-26 02:51:55 · answer #6 · answered by Jim M 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Apparently it s very difficult to detect the mites from a skin scrape. My dog s skin scrape came back negative but she suspected sarcoptic mange, especially since I too developed an itchy rash, so she did an antibody blood test and it came back positive. We are treating with Revolution applied once every 2 weeks for 6 weeks. You can get scabies (the human form of sarcoptic mange) from an infected dog. Please go see a dermatologist if you develop an itchy rash...don t suffer any longer than you have to!
2016-07-01 14:13:59 · answer #7 · answered by Kestal3 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
take that critter to the vet! revolution is NOT FOR MANGE it's for fleas!
2006-08-04 17:31:39 · answer #8 · answered by blkrose65 5 · 0⤊ 4⤋
I'm not certain how long it will take, however perhaps this link will help with understanding it...
http://www.dr-dan.com/sarcopt.htm
2006-08-04 17:41:03 · answer #9 · answered by renee_riley1 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
until the vet says they are gone. he will do skin scrapings to see if there are any mites still alive this could take 6to7 weeks.
2006-08-04 17:59:32 · answer #10 · answered by basque girl 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋