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IMMITICIDE Sterile Powder, 5 vials 2-ml, 50 mg/ml
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Notices
This item cannot be shipped to Minnesota, Canada and P.O. Boxes. Use must be approved by your veterinarian.
All vaccines are shipped via the Vaccine Shipping method. A $34.95 flat rate fee is charged for all orders containing vaccines. Vaccines are shipped in insulated packaging with ice in order to deliver chilled and someone should be present to sign for and receive the vaccine. For more shipping info click here.
During these hot summer months, we highly encourage shipping this item via Express (1-2 day); we cannot be held responsible for items that are shipped Priority (2-4 day) as the ice will not last that long.
Description
IMMITICIDE Sterile Powder. Heartworm disease is caused by the parasitic worm Dirofilaria immitis (D. immitis) transmitted by mosquitos. In dogs, heartworm disease affects the circulatory and respiratory systems. It can start with a mild persistent cough and reluctance to exercise and can progress to heart failure.
Currently, Immiticide sterile powder for dogs is recommended as the first line adulticide treatment to kill adult heartworms. The active ingredient in Immiticide is Melarsomine, which is the preferred treatment for heartworm disease by the American Heartworm Society and Companion Animal Parasite Council.
- Melarsomine dihydrochloride, the active ingredient in IMMITICIDE, is the only AHS-recommended treatment for canine heartworm disease
- Backed by scientific studies and produced by a trusted company for 25 years
- Two dosing protocols, based on disease severity
- Approved for 25 years
- Over 4 million doses sold
Indications
Immiticide Sterile Powder is indicated for the treatment of heartworm disease caused by immature to mature adult infections of Dirofilaria immitis in dogs.
Directions
IMMITICIDE should be administered ONLY by deep intramuscular injection in the epaxial (lumbar) muscles in the third through fifth lumbar region (see graphic). DO NOT ADMINISTER AT ANY OTHER SITE. Avoid superficial injection or leakage. Use a 23 gauge 1 inch needle for dogs equal to or less than 10 kg (22 lb) in weight. Use a 22 gauge 1 ½ inch needle for dogs greater than 10 kg (22 lb). Use alternating sides with each administration. If repeated administrations are warranted avoid injecting at the same lumbar location. Record the location of the first injection(s) in the patient's medical record for future reference
