Ivermectin Toxicity in Pomeranian Pup – A Case Study

Abstract

A Pomeranian pup aged one month developing symptoms of depression, hind limb ataxia, in -coordination, tremors, behavioural disturbances, weakness, recumbency and hypersalivation about 6 hours after subcutaneous administration of 0.6 ml ivermectin (Ivomec). Administration of neostigmine 0.2 ml intravenous and dexamethasone 1ml intramuscular twice a day with infusion of dextrose saline (5%) 200 ml i/v cured the pup completely.