Treatment with ivermectin of sarcoptic mange in pigs

Jt, Seaman; Dr, Thompson; Barrick, R.A.

doi:10.1111/j.1751-0813.1993.tb07981.x

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“…Sarcoptic mange in pigs is successfully managed by two subcutaneous injections of ivermectin or a single intramuscular injection of doramectin [ 27 , 28 ]. Because of malnutrition and poor to moderate body condition, both miniature pigs described here received an injection with a metabolic stimulant containing butafosfan and cyanocobalamin [ 29 , 30 ].…”

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Sarcoptes infestation in two miniature pigs with zoonotic transmission – a case report

2018

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BackgroundScabies is a contagious skin disease rarely described in miniature pigs. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, a zoonotic transfer from infected pet pigs to humans has not been reported previously.Case presentationThis case report describes the infestation with Sarcoptes scabiei mites in two miniature pigs presenting with unusual clinical signs, and disease transmission to a child.Two 7-month-old male castrated miniature pig siblings were examined. Both had developed skin lesions, one animal was presented for neurological signs and emaciation. They were housed together in an indoor- and outdoor enclosure. Dermatological examination revealed a dull, greasy coat with generalized hypotrichosis and multifocal erythema. Microscopic examination of skin scrapings, impression smears of affected skin and ear swabs revealed high numbers of Sarcoptes mites in both animals as well as bacterial overgrowth. A subcutaneous injection of ivermectin 0.3 mg/kg was administered to both animals and repeated after 2 weeks. Both miniature pigs received subcutaneous injections with butafosfan and cyanocobalamin, were washed with a 3% chlorhexidine shampoo and were fed on a well-balanced diet. Pig enclosures were cleaned. The infested child was examined by a physician and an antipruritic cream was prescribed. Both miniature pigs and the child went into clinical remission after treatment.ConclusionSarcoptic mange is rare or even eradicated in commercial pig farming in many countries but miniature pigs may represent a niche for Sarcoptes scabiei infections. This case report indicates that miniature pigs kept as pets can efficiently transmit zoonotic disease to humans. In addition, these animals may represent a niche for Sarcoptes scabiei infestation in countries where sarcoptic mange in commercial pig farms has been eradicated and could therefore pose, a hazard for specific pathogen free farms.

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Sarcoptes infestation in two miniature pigs with zoonotic transmission – a case report

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“…Ivermectin is successfully used in veterinary medicine for treatment of sarcoptic mange in cats, 27,28 dogs, 27,29,30 foxes, 31 pigs, 32–34 wild boars, 35 and camels 36,37 . It is administered either as a subcutaneous injection, orally with feed, or topically.…”

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Ivermectin: pharmacology and application in dermatology

Dourmishev¹,

Dourmishev²,

Schwartz³

2004

Int J Dermatology

170

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Ivermectin is a synthetic derivative of the antiparasitic class of compounds known as avermectins. It is a macrolide endectocide with activity against both endoparasites with cutaneous tropism (Strongyloides stercoralis, Ancylostoma braziliense, Cochliomyia hominivorax, Dermatobia hominis, Filaria bancrofti, Wucheria malayi, Onchocerca volvulus, Loa-loa) and ectoparasites such as Sarcoptes scabies, Pediculus humanus, Demodex folliculorum, and Cheyletiella sp. Ivermectin is of great interest in the treatment of patients with different forms of scabies, head lice, demodecidosis, cutaneous larva migrans, cutaneous larva currens, myiasis, and filariasis.

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“…Injection of ivermectin subcutaneously @ 300 lg/kg body weight has been used successfully for the treatment of S. scabiei var. suis infestation in pigs (Seamen et al 1993;Arends et al 1999;Chellapandian et al 2004). Treatment of S. scabiei var.…”

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Sarcoptic mange infestation in pigs: an overview

Laha

2014

J Parasit Dis

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Sarcoptic mange infestation in pigs is caused by Sarcoptes scabiei var. suis. It is the most common mange infestation of pigs. The parasite is distributed worldwide. Pig owners are generally concerned about the internal parasitic infections and ignored the external parasitic infestations. But the external parasitic infestation with S. scabiei var. suis has economic significance as it causes morbidity, mortality, decreased fertility and feed conversion ratio in pigs. Keeping in view of importance of S. scabies var. suis infestation in pigs, this communication discussed about the present and past research works done on S. scabies var. suis infestation in pigs, particularly its prevalence, life cycle, pathological lesions, clinical symptoms, haematobiochemical changes, diagnosis, treatment and control, to have an idea about this infestation at a glance. It has been concluded that the research work done on sarcoptic mange infestation in pigs in India is less in comparison to other countries. It may be due to its consideration as a neglected parasite or due to it's under report. Organization of awareness programs for the farmers by extension personalities or other authorities might be able to save the farmers from economic losses due to this infestation.

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Treatment with ivermectin of sarcoptic mange in pigs

Cited by 9 publications

References 5 publications

Sarcoptes infestation in two miniature pigs with zoonotic transmission – a case report

Sarcoptes infestation in two miniature pigs with zoonotic transmission – a case report

Ivermectin: pharmacology and application in dermatology

Sarcoptic mange infestation in pigs: an overview

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