Ivomec Eprinex to treat Poultry Body Lice?

[artsyrobin]

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A tablesoon seems like alot, am i reading this right? i don't think they will like me tonite....

 

[silkiesRawesome]

Just wanted to share this published, peer reviewed article (which is supported by studies/research) and affiliated with UC Davis, a reputable source:
http://ucanr.org/freepubs/docs/8162.pdf

I just want to say that if a drug isn't specified to be safe for a particular species, you are at a serious risk for causing toxicity in your birds. Leave horse/dog/cat/cattle meds for the respective species and stick with poultry meds for poultry! If you notice at the end of this article, drugs that are safe for chickens are listed (and Ivermectin is NOT on the list).

 

[Sonoran Silkies]

My vet recommends and uses ivermectin on all birds. The smaller the bird, the smaller the amount used, and he recommends diluting the ivermectin for tiny birds (such as finches).

 

[newchickens2009]

Thanks for all the great info on lice. This was very helpfull!

 

[Bear Foot Farm]

just want to say that if a drug isn't specified to be safe for a particular species, you are at a serious risk for causing toxicity in your birds.

That's not really true.

Many drugs are used "off-label" and are perfectly safe at proper doses.

They aren't "specified" safe simply because manufacturers haven't done all the required testing for that particular species.

Leave horse/dog/cat/cattle meds for the respective species and stick with poultry meds for poultry!

Many contain the exact same active ingredient, and the only difference is dosage.

With birds, it's best to use liquids only , for accurate measuerments

Ivomec has long been used for all types of birds as well as many other species, including humans.

When used with other methods also, it's a good way to treat mites in many birds.
There ARE better ways to prevent infestations

http://www.merckvetmanual.com/mvm/index.jsp?cfile=htm/bc/204710.htm​