Parasitic Conditions – Heartworm |
Heartworm is a disease in dogs that is spread by mosquitoes, causing damage to many organs, respiratory problems, and heart failure. This disease is not easily detected so a veterinarian should determine whether your dog is heartworm-free.
You can easily prevent heartworm. Start treatment when a dog reaches 12 weeks of age. Regularly administer daily, monthly, or yearly medications. Some heartworm pills also prevent intestinal parasites and include a flea prevention component. Many brands are available by prescription: Filaribits®, Heartgard®, Interceptor®, Iverhart® Plus, Revolution®, and Sentinel®.
The generic names for heartworm medications for dogs include diethylcarbamazine citrate, ivermectin, milbemycin oxime, and selamectin.
Note: Upon the FDA's request, the drug manufacturer, Fort Dodge Animal Health, voluntarily recalled their heartworm medication, ProHeart®6 in Fall 2004.
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