It's given once a day for three days; if the dog still tests positive a month later, your vet will probably repeat treatment for a longer duration. Metronidazole (Flagyl). The drug of choice for years, it's also the mainstay for treating Giardia in humans. It has a good success rate. 5 апр. 2006 г.
How many treatments does it take to get rid of Giardia in dogs?
The most common drugs used to kill Giardia are fenbendazole and metronidazole. These drugs are normally given for three to ten days to treat giardiasis.
Can Giardia come back after treatment in dogs?
If your vet diagnoses your dog with Giardia, there is a chance your pet will get reinfected. It is recommended to bathe your pet regularly and disinfect their water bowls, food bowls and toys to eliminate any remaining Giardia cysts.
Why does my dog continue to get Giardia?
Giardia is a single-celled parasite that lives in your dog's intestine. It infects older dogs but more frequently infects puppies. Dogs become infected when they swallow Giardia that may be present in water or other substances that have been soiled with feces.
Will my dog ever get rid of Giardia?
In dogs, Giardia is often treated with fenbendazole (a dewormer), metronidazole (an antibiotic), or a combination of both. And sometimes, a combination of multiple medications including febantel, pyrantel pamoate, and praziquantel can also be effective in treating the parasite in dogs.
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