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Efficacy of selamectin spot‐on formulation against Neotrombicula autumnalis in eight cats
Author(s) -
Leone F.,
Albanese F.
Publication year - 2004
Publication title -
veterinary dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.744
H-Index - 60
eISSN - 1365-3164
pISSN - 0959-4493
DOI - 10.1111/j.1365-3164.2004.00414_28.x
Subject(s) - clinical efficacy , medicine , cats , veterinary medicine
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a topical formulation of selamectin in the treatment of naturally acquired Neotrombicula autumnalis infestations in eight indoor/outdoor cats. Selamectin was administered topically once at a dosage of 6 mg/kg. Clinical examination and visualization of mites by microscopic examination of skin scrapings were performed after 2, 30 and 60 days. By day 2, clinical signs had subsided and all mites were dead on microscopic examination. No signs of recurrence were apparent at follow‐up. Under the conditions of our study, topical selamectin was safe and 100% effective against natural infestations of Neotrombicula autumnalis . To our knowledge, this is the first report demonstrating the efficacy of selamectin against Neotrombicula autumnalis.Funding: Self‐funded.