The parasites can be killed with specific antiparasitic drugs depending on the type of lungworm. Different medications include ivermectin, fenbendazole (Panacur™), Moxidectin+Imidacloprid (Advantage Multi™), and Milbemycin Oxime+praziquantel (Interceptor Plus™).
How long does it take to get rid of lungworm in dogs?
At times, surgery may be needed in order to remove nodules. An infection caught early can be treated with medication alone; however, it must be noted that the treatment is extensive, with the prescription being given four (4) times minimum, one week apart. Treatment may be to be repeated, or continued for two months.
How do you know if your dog has lungworm?
Dogs will often cough due to the physical presence of the worms in their lung area. Problems associated with bleeding, such as blood in urine, vomiting blood and petechial haemorrhage (pink blood spots on the gums) may be signs of lungworm. Owners may also notice a severe reddening around the eye – scleral haemorrhage.
What do vets treat lungworm with?
Your vet will kill the lungworm with a deworming product. Your dog will be carefully monitored during this process because killing lots of worms at once can cause an allergic reaction and be fatal.
What Wormer treats lungworm in dogs?
If we have confirmed that your dog has lungworm, or if we are very suspicious, we recommend treatment with 'Panacur'. This wormer has been considered the treatment of choice for many years and it has been reported to be efficacious in many published veterinary studies.
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