Janey4 Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Hi Can anyone tell me which would be the best to use please? I have used the Marriages layers pellets in the past, but quite like the idea of a 'double whammy' to prevent/treat mites and worms at once. Many Thanks https://www.amazon.co.uk/Harka-Mectin-Treatment-Ivermectin-Worms-Pigeons/dp/B06XVY6LB4/ref=pd_sbs_199_2/261-1115829-0298554?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B06XVY6LB4&pd_rd_r=a7290288-4c34-4e36-8a36-157fa0897af9&pd_rd_w=wtrio&pd_rd_wg=loKiQ&pf_rd_p=f4a31d1d-8f61-48f5-b6f4-a22ba06df575&pf_rd_r=1C8R7H92M7WH2QCQJ7DJ&psc=1&refRID=1C8R7H92M7WH2QCQJ7DJ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Harkers-4-1-Spot-Treatment/dp/B07N1KRZ2W/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3HVCYPVKVWP97&keywords=harkers+4+in+1&qid=1575122685&sprefix=harkers+%2Caps%2C144&sr=8-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Looking at both of those, I would use the Harkamectin as the 4 in 1 treats other conditions such as cocci. My vet prescribes me a 200ml bottle of Ivomec Eprinex - a cattle pour-on, which works wonders when used quarterly. They aren't licensed for use on laying chickens in the UK, so I can't possibly recommend either to you ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 My vet recommended Frontline spray for lice and there was no need to use anything else. Would you say she is correct ? She also said to do it in the morning so they could dry and not to do it on a cold day - as the alcohol would make them chilly while it evaporated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 1, 2019 Share Posted December 1, 2019 Generally speaking the Ivermectin is systemic - like the spot-on you use for cats and dogs - so will carry on working when it has dried. If the spot-on contains Ivermectin, then I'd guess that it might be the same effect. If the bird has a quantity of visible lice, then the vet will recommend spraying the affected area, on the skin, with a spray containing Permethrin. Repeat after 3 days, then once more if there are still lice visible. If you are using a preventative spot-on with Ivermectin regularly, then you shouldn't need to spray once the initial infestation has gone. None of these products are licensed for use on poultry in the UK, and you should observe the appropriate egg withdrawals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janey4 Posted December 1, 2019 Author Share Posted December 1, 2019 Thanks Dogmother. Is there anything else that would be better to use that treats internal and external parasites? Ideally at the same time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 1, 2019 Share Posted December 1, 2019 Not really. I use Ivomec Eprinex, as mentioned above, and I do a regular faecal egg count which shows that it is pretty much clearing the worms too. I do still worm once a year with Flubenvet though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKonthefarm Posted April 24, 2023 Share Posted April 24, 2023 Hi, With Ivermectin treatment, say Harkers 4 in 1, what is the appropriate egg withdrawal time, During treatment, yes, and how long after. I’ve looked up the Egg transit time Ovum to Egg, its about 3 days. 2 for ovum to full yolk, 26hrs for white & shell. my best guess is therefore th not eat eggs during treatment + 3days. Would this be about right. regards Jonathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
