A quantitative evaluation of the extent of fluralaner uptake by ticks (Ixodes ricinus, Ixodes scapularis) in fluralaner (BravectoTM) treated vs. untreated dogs using the parameters tick weight and coxal index

A quantitative evaluation of the extent of fluralaner uptake by ticks (Ixodes ricinus, Ixodes scapularis) in fluralaner (BravectoTM) treated vs. untreated dogs using the parameters tick weight and coxal index

Abstract Background Fluralaner is a new antiparasitic drug that was recently introduced as BravectoTM chewable tablets for the treatment of tick and flea infestations in dogs. Most marketed tick products exert their effect via topical application and contact exposure to the parasite. In contrast, Br...

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Main Authors: Heike Williams, Janina Demeler, Janina Taenzler, Rainer K.A. Roepke, Eva Zschiesche, Anja R. Heckeroth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2015-06-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
BravectoTM chewable tablets
Fluralaner
Dog
Tick weight
Coxal index
Ixodes ricinus
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-015-0963-6

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-015-0963-6

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