Evaluation of the speed of kill of a novel orally administered combination product containing sarolaner, moxidectin and pyrantel (Simparica Trio™) against induced infestations of Ixodes scapularis on dogs

Abstract Background The black-legged (or deer) tick, Ixodes scapularis, commonly infests dogs in the USA and is the vector of important zoonotic pathogens, including Borrelia burgdorferi, the causative agent of Lyme disease. Rapid onset of activity is important in reducing the feeding activity of ti...

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Main Authors: Susan Holzmer, Kristina Kryda, Sean P. Mahabir, William Everett
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-03-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-020-3953-2