Is国产Pet Deworming Medicine Safe? Not Always!
Regular deworming is a crucial step in maintaining your pet's health, but to ensure safety and effectiveness, the choice of deworming medication is paramount.
Compared to imported pet dewormers, domestic options are significantly cheaper. However, there is considerable debate about their safety. With the increasing number of domestic pet product brands in recent years, the quality varies greatly. Purchasing substandard deworming medication can not only fail to effectively deworm but could also lead to poisoning in cats and dogs.
So, can we buy domestic pet medications? This is a complex question that cannot be answered with a simple yes or no. It depends on various factors, such as the brand, ingredients, and individual differences in pets.
1. Know the Brand
Some wellknown domestic pet medication brands, like Haimiaole and Pute, enjoy a good market reputation and a professional research background, offering products with high safety and better value for money compared to imported dewormers.
2. Check the Qualifications
Prioritize products with veterinary drugrelated qualifications (GMP/GSP).
After purchasing deworming medication, download the National Veterinary Drug Comprehensive Query APP to trace the QR code and ensure the product has a product trace code, product name, approval number, and manufacturer information. Make sure the scanned information matches the information on the packaging.
3. Understand the Ingredients
Dewormers with different ingredients target different types of parasites. Choose the right dewormer based on your dog's living environment, season, and health status.
For urban households with dogs, opt for dewormers that effectively kill mites, ticks, and tapeworms, such as nonpyrolate drops and Dipai (Pyriproxyfen Moxidectin Drops). For dogs already infected with parasites, select dewormers tailored to the type of parasite. If the medication is not a match, no amount of treatment will be effective, and an incorrect dose could even lead to poisoning.
Due to their unique physiology, breeds like Border Collies, Shetland Sheepdogs, and Scottish Sheepdogs cannot use dewormers containing ivermectin or avermectin, as this can cause poisoning.
4. Dosage
When administering deworming medication to your pet, follow the dosage instructions based on the dog's weight and the medication's guidelines. It's also wise to consult a veterinarian before administering the medication to avoid overuse and adverse reactions.
In summary, it's always better to be cautious when purchasing pet dewormers. If you have a budget, you might prefer to go for wellknown imported brands like Champion, Bayer, and Frontline. If you're on a tighter budget and looking for a more costeffective option, be sure to research brand qualifications, deworming spectrum, and user reviews thoroughly.
