The flea tapeworm Dipylidium caninum is only killed by a specific dewormer called praziquantel. Most products containing praziquantel are available by prescription only. Talk to your vet if you suspect tapeworms. Praziquantel works by damaging the tapeworm's skin, which causes it to break up. 15 апр. 2021 г.
How do you treat tapeworms for fleas?
Treatment for both animals and humans is simple and very effective. A prescription drug called praziquantel is given, either orally or by injection (pets only). The medication causes the tapeworm to dissolve within the intestine.
Will flea medication kill tapeworms?
While one dose is considered effective to kill adult tapeworms, it is recommended to administer a second dose about two weeks later to kill any remaining or newly introduced tapeworms. Effective flea control must also be used simultaneously to clear and prevent reinfection with Dipylidium worms.
Do dogs with tapeworms have fleas?
Since tapeworm medication is so effective, recurrent tapeworm infections are almost always due to reinfection from fleas and not failure of the deworming product.
Can you get fleas from tapeworms?
People become infected when they accidentally swallow a flea infected with tapeworm larvae; most reported cases involve children. Dipylidium infection is easily treated in humans and animals.
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