Forticarb for dogs is an antiparasitic drug.
Danger of disease
Parasites are organisms that live in the body of their hosts (animals). These parasites can be both unicellular (protozoa) and viruses. The mode of spread of parasites varies depending on their species, but they are often transmitted by tick or fly bites.
Blood parasites infect red blood cells.
Special laboratory tests should be carried out in the conditions of specialized veterinary clinics to confirm the presence of the disease.
Basics of drug action
The mechanism of action of the drug is based on the suppression of the production in the body of the elements necessary for parasites.
"Fortikarb" for dogs helps not only in the acute, but also in the chronic stage of the disease.
Before using the drug, it is necessary to familiarize the veterinarian with a list of recent manipulations in the field of dog he alth and with information related to general he althanimal. In particular, dogs with kidney and liver problems will require a special approach in the field of treatment.
Its main advantage, compared to other similar drug products, is its low cost.
For "Fortikarb" the price can fluctuate in different pharmacies specializing in veterinary care, ranging from 588 to 675 rubles.
Dosage nuances
This medication, like most remedies, only works when the right dosage is chosen.
Injection solution can be used by administering it not only intravenously, but also subcutaneously.
Most often it will be enough to enter the "Forticarb" once. The instruction indicates that re-introduction may be needed extremely rarely, and only if the presence of a problem is ascertained a day after the start of treatment. A single administration of the drug must be carried out, having previously calculated its amount, based on the fact that a 10-kilogram dog will need 0.8 ml of the drug (this corresponds to 4 mg per kilogram of weight). The condition of the animal will improve within three days after the start of treatment.
Forticarb for dogs provides protection against parasites for up to a month.
The type of breed and the physiological state of the dog affects the duration of the maintenance of the effect in the organisms of animals from the injection.
Its parenteral administration ensures rapid absorption and penetration into manyorgans and tissues of the body. "Fortikarb" for dogs is almost not affected by metabolic processes in the dog's body.
Treatment may include the use of anti-inflammatory drugs, antioxidants and corticosteroids.
Possible complications and prophylactic regimen
The mass death of blood parasites and the destruction of red blood cells in dogs can provoke intoxication. Then intensive care will be required.
In addition to therapeutic treatment, preventive measures can also be built on its basis.
As a precaution, keep your dog on a leash to minimize contact with other dogs' feces.
If necessary, it is better to try to leave your pet with acquaintances, friends and relatives, but do not seek help in looking after a pet in kennels or animal hotels where other dogs are kept and the likelihood of infection with something is greatly increased.
It is necessary to remove the feces of a sick animal using gloves, a bag, and take it out immediately outside the house to a stationary trash can outside.
You need to make sure that the dog does not take into the mouth objects that are difficult to disinfect, picked up from the ground in crowded places or bought in a store.
