New Labeling for ProMeris Offers Hope for Simple Puppy Mange Treatment
Puppy mange, also known as demodectic mange, is a common and frustrating problem. Mild cases of puppy mange cause small patches of hair loss. Severe cases can cause serious baldness and skin infections.
Treating puppy mange can be frustrating. However, the April, 2009 NAVC Clinician’s Brief reported that ProMeris, which was previously labeled for flea and tick treatment in dogs, now also is labeled to “control demodectic mange mites”.
ProMeris rarely causes adverse reactions. It is easy to use, and it is generally safer than some of the puppy mange treatments that are common today (it especially appears to be safer than a product called Mitaban).
No treatment or medicine is ever 100% effective or safe. But I am glad to have an additional weapon to use against a very frustrating problem.
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Bless you, Dr B! for updating us on puppy mange treatment! When we take down a puppy mill, the rescued pups are usually loaded with mange mites and look like rats were chewing on them. This creates an adverse reaction in the fostering community. Hardly something one would desire to clasp to one’s breast! They are always in poor physical shape to boot! The last thing they need is another misery from a med treatment. We are on it!! From the bottom of our heart’s, we thank you! Even tho I yank your chain, from time to time, I spread the word to all I encounter that you are the best help center and long needed! Kudos to you and your posse!
This stuff is miraculous against Mange. I’ve seen pictures that are remarkable. Use it three months and there are almost no signs of mange, even against some of the worst cases.
My dog came down with Demodex. My vet has recommended Promeris. I have read different websites where people have said negative things about this product. I’m afraid to use it but I know I have no choice. Do you think it is safe. SHe is a 15 pound shih tzu. My vet said it works to get rid of the mites but I’m still afraid. Any suggestions?