What is the best thing to do if your dog has been given 1 cc too much ivomec???? Can I do anything til I get her to the vet???
2007-08-09 13:02:35 · 6 answers · asked by Elizabeth 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
for heart worm prevention...she's been on it for 4 years with no problem...
2007-08-09 13:08:47 · update #1
she's going to the vet...I just didn't know if there was something I could do in te mean time....
2007-08-09 13:09:46 · update #2
she's not a Collie Thanks for the website...
2007-08-09 13:11:51 · update #3
she is 45 pounds and I gave her 2 ccs I don't know what I was thinking..between horses and dogs I'm losing it...Thank you for your support
2007-08-09 13:36:25 · update #4
Thanks again this girl is my heart...I've had her since she was 3 days old and she will be 6 in October. I'm typing thru tears right now..:(
2007-08-09 14:08:17 · update #5
Is she a large dog? If so, she should be fine. Overdose of Ivomec can cause neurological symptoms. It is toxic at 10-15 times the recommended dose. There is no treatment for overdosage other than supportive care for symptoms. Definitely call the vet and ask.
2007-08-09 13:18:02 · answer #1 · answered by KimbeeJ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, Once in the system, nothing can be done, even by your vet, unless it has changed recently. You may feed her a large meal to slow digestion of it, and then induce vomiting, talk to your vet, though!. 1cc is what I use with my 200+ pd mastiffs. I hope she is OK. She should be, but watch her very closely........good luck....sending some prayers your way!
2007-08-09 20:59:14 · answer #2 · answered by jenn_a 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My 15 kg stafford has been on 6 mls of ivomec for demodetic mange so I can't see how 2 mls would cause a problem. She may feel a bit nauseated but that is all.
15 kilograms = 33.0693393 pounds - just did a conversion for you :)
2007-08-09 21:04:13 · answer #3 · answered by Joh 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chances are your dog should be okay. Ivomec isn't toxic for your dog in large doses. But you should call the vet that prescribed it to you just to be sure.
Also, Collies and collie mixes can be very allergic to Ivomec. If your dog is a collie then it's little more serious.
This website will help too:
http://www.petplace.com/drug-library/ivermectin-ivomec-heartgard/page1.aspx
2007-08-09 20:10:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'd call your vet now and ask for advice.
Yup your right it is for heartworm, I goofed! I don't think it will harm her. She's a big dog, so I wouldn't worry to much ok.
2007-08-09 20:06:54 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why are you giving the Ivomec?
2007-08-09 20:06:56 · answer #6 · answered by Susan K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋