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Resistance to ivermectin in a field strain of Ostertagia spp. in goats
Authors: Badger SB, McKenna PBPublication: New Zealand Veterinary Journal, Volume 38, Issue 2, pp 72-74, Jun 1990
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Animal type: Goat, Livestock, Production animal, Ruminant
Subject Terms: Alimentary system/gastroenterology, Animal remedies/veterinary medicines, Anthelmintics, Parasite control, Parasites - internal, Nematode, Treatment/therapy
Article class: Clinical Communication
Abstract: The occurrence of a field strain of Ostertagia spp. showing a resistance to ivermectin in Angora goats is reported. In a controlled anthelmintic trial using naturally-infected goats, ivermectin at a dose rate of 0.2 mg/kg demonstrated an efficacy of 87% against this strain.
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