Ivermectin toxicosis after topical administration in dog-faced fruit bats (Cynopterus brachyotis). |
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Authors: | Julie H DeMarco Darryl J Heard Gregory J Fleming Brad A Lock Timothy J Scase |
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Affiliation: | Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville 32610-0126, USA. |
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Abstract: | Forty dog-faced fruit bats (Cynopterus brachyotis) were administered 1 drop of 1% ivermectin topically as part of a routine physical exam and deworming program, and 11 developed sudden generalized paresis. Six of the bats recovered within 24-48 hr, and the remaining 5 were presented recumbent and weak to the University of Florida Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Ivermectin toxicosis was suspected, and the admitted bats died or were euthanatized within 3-5 days of the development of clinical signs despite supportive care. Three of the dead bats had renal tubular necrosis. |
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