Eprimek: instructions for use for goats and composition, storage and analogues

To combat all kinds of parasites and pests, experts have created a lot of funds. All drugs have a different principle of action, so each owner chooses the method of treatment at his own discretion. Due to the relative safety of "Eprimek" is popular among livestock breeders, and instructions for its use for the treatment of goats will help to effectively help pets.

Composition and form of release of the drug "Eprimek"

Thanks to the active substance called eprinomectin, the drug has an antiparasitic effect. The active component disrupts the functioning of nerve and muscle cells in the body of the parasite. This leads to paralysis and death of the pest.

As auxiliary ingredients are benzyl alcohol, dimethylacetamide and triglyceride. The drug "Eprimek" is made in the form of a clear yellowish solution for injection. Glass vials with medicine are packed in a cardboard box.

The remedy refers to drugs with a wide range of action. Active substances act on parasites that are in the larval and adult stages of development. The medicine is especially effective for the destruction of nematodes that parasitize in the lungs and gastrointestinal tract of a sick animal.

"Eprimek" has a detrimental effect on ticks and gadfly larvae that parasitize animals for months.

Means is easily excreted from the body with urine and faeces. Despite the fact that Eprimek belongs to group 4 low-hazard substances (GOST 12.1.007-76), the drug should be used with caution. The product can cause the death of bees and fish.

Indications for use

The solution is used to rid pets of various types of parasites. The drug effectively fights against unpleasant diseases:

Dictyocaulosis. The disease is caused by nematodes of the species Dictyocaulus. Pests parasitize in the bronchi of horned beauties. Involuntary "cohabitation" leads to diseases of animals with bronchitis and pneumonia. Dictyocaulosis is a common problem. Trouble most often overtakes the younger generation of pets.
Trichostrongyloidosis. The culprits of the problem are nematodes called Trichostrongylus and Haemonchus contortus. Parasites cause inflammatory processes in the area of the digestive organs. The malaise threatens pets with weight loss, and in an advanced case, even the death of animals.
Strongyloides. Helminths with the sonorous name Strongyloides papillosus cause skin inflammation, intestinal upset and even bronchopneumonia in goats. Young goats are often retarded in growth and development.
Ascariasis. The disease occurs due to the nematodes Parascaris equorum. Pests infect the area of the small intestine of the animal. The goat is tormented by a constant cough, nausea, profuse salivation. Itchy rashes appear on the skin of the pet, the animal loses its appetite. With a large accumulation of parasites in the body, the animal risks dying due to severe complications in the form of intestinal obstruction, liver abscess or acute pancreatitis.
Bunostomiasis. The disease is caused by nematodes called Bunostomum trigonocephalum and Bunostomum phlebotomum. Infected goats are rapidly losing weight, and young goats are significantly behind in development from their peers. With an advanced disease, the pet is tormented by prolonged diarrhea. The animal shows signs of anemia and edema. If measures are not taken in time, the goat risks dying.
Thelaziosis. The disease is caused by small nematodes of the genus Thelazia of the species Rhodes. They parasitize on the mucous membrane of the animal's eye. Pests infect the cornea and lead to clouding of the organ. As a result of infection, the pet is overtaken by conjunctivitis and damage to the lens.

"Eprimek" is successfully used to destroy the larvae of pests and mites. The drug also effectively copes with diseases:

Hypodermatosis. The causative agent is the larva of the subcutaneous gadfly. The larvae enter the body of the animal through the skin, and then through the vessels penetrate into the spinal canal. There, pests drill fistulous openings and go outside. As a result, milk yields of animals are reduced, and young animals are not gaining weight well.
Psoroptosis. The disease is known as scabies. Trouble is caused by ticks of the genus Psoroptes. They cause unbearable skin itching. In the affected areas, the skin is inflamed, the animal's hair falls out. Yellow crusts form on the affected areas of the body.
Syfunkulatosis. The causative agents of an unpleasant disease are lice. Pests successfully parasitize on all types of mammals.Lice feed on the blood of animals, causing unbearable itching in victims. The pet combs the affected areas, injuring the affected areas of the skin. As a result, the pet develops dermatitis, hair falls out. Adult animals lose their appetite and lose weight, and young goats lag behind in development.

The drug is also used to combat carrion flies. Disgusting insects gladly settle in the wounds of animals and often become the cause of parasitic diseases.

Instructions for using the veterinary preparation for goats

According to the instructions for use of the veterinary preparation for goats, the solution is administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly. The dosage of the drug is taken based on the calculation: 200 μg of the active substance for each kg of the pet's weight or 1 ml of the solution per 50 kg of the animal's weight.

To rid a goat of nematodes, an injection is made 2 times. The first - in the spring, before the pet leaves for the pasture. The second procedure is done at the end of summer, before sending pets to "winter apartments". To combat gadfly larvae, an injection is made at the end of the summer season.

If necessary, repeat the procedure. The interval between injections should be at least 14 days. It is not allowed to mix the drug with other substances in the same syringe. Animals intended for meat are slaughtered only after 28 days after the last injection. Otherwise, the meat of sick goats is used only as feed for fur animals, as well as for the production of fertilizer (meat and bone meal). Milk obtained from a pet can be eaten without fear during the treatment period.

While working with the solution, you must follow the general rules. After using the drug, hands are washed thoroughly with soap and water. If the product gets on the delicate mucous membrane of the eyes, rinse them with water. Do not use an empty drug container for household needs.

Side effects

Exceeding the dose of the drug causes a deterioration in the condition of the pet. The goat has side effects: prolonged diarrhea and uncontrolled salivation. The animal becomes excited.

In case of individual intolerance to certain components of the drug, a goat develops intestinal upset, frequent urge to urinate and impaired coordination of movements.

In both cases, medical assistance is not required, the side effects will gradually disappear, and the goat will feel better. In the event of a pronounced allergic attack, the pet is given an antihistamine.

Contraindications

The drug should not be given to individuals suffering from intolerance to avermectins (waste products of Streptomyces avermitilis fungi). Also, the remedy should not be given to young goats (under 4 months old).

How to store and how much to store

Eprimek can be stored in a dark, dry place. The optimum storage temperature is from 5 to 25 degrees. Opened vials are kept up to 28 days. After the expiration of the period, the remaining solution is disposed of.