Ivermectin is one of the most popular forms of mange treatment, but it is also potentially dangerous. Ivermectin is used to treat mange and parasites because it is very effective. However, just as ivermectin has an adverse affects on mites and parasites, it can also have an adverse affect on your animal if taken in large quantities.

Prevent Ivermectin Poisoning
To avoid ivermectin poisoning, keep aware of these three points:

• Never give your pet more than the prescribed dosage.
• Never double up on dosages if you missed a treatment.
• Never leave the medication in a place where the animal cat access it.

Signs of Ivermectin Poisoning
If you know that your pet has taken more than two times the daily dosage, call your vet right away. If you’re not sure, watch out for these signs of ivermectin poisoning:

• Staggering or lack of coordination
• Dilated pupils
• Excessive drooling
• Vomiting
• Tremors or shaking
• Coma
• Rapid heart rate

Sometimes, animals with ivermectin poisoning will show symptoms, then recover within a few hours. Other times, overdosing on ivermectin could lead to far more serious conditions that persist. The best thing to do for your pet is to take it to a veterinarian. In the meantime, induce vomiting and administer antihistamines or analgesics.