Worms and tapeworms are parasitic worms that can infect pets such as dogs, cats, birds, and rodents. These infections are common in animals and can cause various health problems, including gastrointestinal disturbances, poor digestion, weight loss, poor coat appearance, malaise, and other symptoms. Therefore, monitoring your pets regularly and protecting them from parasites is essential.
Several different worm and tapeworm products are available for pets that can help prevent infections or treat pre-existing infections. Anthelmintics are drugs used to treat worm and tapeworm infections in animals. There are oral medications taken by mouth and various forms of topical medications, such as spot-on drops that are applied to the skin and tablets that animals ingest. In addition to medications to treat existing infections, preventative medications are also available to prevent hookworm and tapeworm infections. These are usually monthly prophylactics given orally to protect animals from reinfection. Some topical products contain active ingredients such as fipronil, selamectin, moxidectin, and praziquantel that can kill worms, tapeworms, and other external parasites such as fleas and ticks. These products are usually applied to the animal's skin in specific body areas. Oral supplements contain natural ingredients such as herbs, oils, and other substances that can help prevent worm and tapeworm infections and support the health of the animal's digestive system.
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