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Blazejak K, Cvejić D, Hellmann K, Ringeisen H, Hamburg H, Petry G, Knoppe TN, Mencke N. Field efficacy and safety of Felpreva® (tigolaner, emodepside and praziquantel) spot-on for the treatment of natural ear mite infestations ( Otodectes cynotis) and notoedric mange ( Notoedres cati) in cats. CURRENT RESEARCH IN PARASITOLOGY & VECTOR-BORNE DISEASES 2023; 4:100146. [PMID: 37954512 PMCID: PMC10637875 DOI: 10.1016/j.crpvbd.2023.100146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Revised: 09/17/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023]
Abstract
The miticide efficacy of a single treatment with Felpreva® (tigolaner, emodepside and praziquantel) spot-on solution for cats was evaluated in two European field studies. One study was conducted in cats naturally infested with Otodectes cynotis. The other study was conducted in cats naturally infested with Notoedres cati. In both studies, the presence of viable mites was confirmed prior to treatment (Day -1/Day 0) and re-evaluated on Day 14 (O. cynotis study) and on Day 28 (both studies). Efficacy was calculated based on the number of viable mites found after treatment. In the O. cynotis study, the primary criterion was the percentage of mite-free cats after treatment with Felpreva® compared to a sarolaner/selamectin combination (Stronghold® Plus, Zoetis) as a positive control. In the N. cati study, the primary criterion was the difference between arithmetic mean mite counts of cats treated with Felpreva® and cats treated with a placebo formulation (solketal). Secondary criteria in both studies were changes in clinical lesion scores after treatment. In both studies, all Felpreva®-treated cats were mite-free (100% parasitological cure) on Day 28, 4 weeks after treatment. Signs of mange on Day 28 were clinically improved in all O. cynotis-infested cats (100%) and clinically cured in all N. cati-infested cats (100%). There were no records of any adverse events or application site reactions in Felpreva®-treated cats.
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- Katrin Blazejak
- Vetoquinol S.A., 37 rue de la Victoire, 75009, Paris, France
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- Klifovet GmbH, Geyerspergerstr. 27, 80689, Munich, Germany
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- Klifovet GmbH, Geyerspergerstr. 27, 80689, Munich, Germany
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- Elanco Animal Health, Alfred Nobel Str. 50, 40789, Monheim, Germany
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- Elanco Animal Health, Alfred Nobel Str. 50, 40789, Monheim, Germany
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- Elanco Animal Health, Alfred Nobel Str. 50, 40789, Monheim, Germany
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- Vetoquinol S.A., 37 rue de la Victoire, 75009, Paris, France
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Blazejak K, Viljoen A, Zwiegers R, Klopper R, Ringeisen H, Petry G, Young DR, Shane D, Spruill J, Tessman RK, Settje T, Knoppe TN, Mencke N. Efficacy of Felpreva®, a new spot-on formulation containing tigolaner, emodepside and praziquantel, applied as a single application to cats artificially infested with ear mites ( Otodectes cynotis). CURRENT RESEARCH IN PARASITOLOGY & VECTOR-BORNE DISEASES 2023; 4:100131. [PMID: 37554314 PMCID: PMC10404537 DOI: 10.1016/j.crpvbd.2023.100131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Revised: 06/17/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/10/2023]
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The efficacy of Felpreva® (Vetoquinol), a new spot-on application containing the novel acaricide and insecticide tigolaner in combination with emodepside and praziquantel, was evaluated in cats artificially infested with ear mites (Otodectes cynotis). A total of three pivotal dose confirmation studies were conducted, two of them designed as non-interference studies. Cats were artificially infested with O. cynotis mites and randomly allocated into groups of 8 cats based on pre-treatment mite counts. Cats were treated once on Day 0, either with Felpreva® (14.5 mg/kg tigolaner, 3 mg/kg emodepside and 12 mg/kg praziquantel) or with placebo. Studies with a non-interference design included two additional groups of cats, treated with Profender® spot-on solution (Vetoquinol) (3 mg/kg emodepside and 12 mg/kg praziquantel) and tigolaner as a mono product (14.5 mg/kg tigolaner). Efficacy was evaluated on Day 28/Day 30 based on total live mite counts after ear flushing. Efficacy was claimed when: (i) at least six control cats per group were adequately infested with mites; (ii) calculated efficacy was ≥ 90% based on geometric mean mite counts; and (iii) the difference in mite counts between Felpreva®-treated cats and control cats was statistically significant (P ≤ 0.05). In two of the three studies, Felpreva®-treated cats were mite-free (100% efficacy) on Day 28/Day 30 and almost full efficacy (99.6%) was seen in the third study. The difference in mite counts between Felpreva®-treated cats and control cats was significant (P < 0.0001) in all three studies. All control cats were adequately infested in all three studies. The efficacy of Felpreva® against ear mite (Otodectes cynotis) infection in cats was confirmed.
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- Clinvet International (Pty) Ltd, PO Box 11186, 9321 Universitas, South Africa
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- Clinvet International (Pty) Ltd, PO Box 11186, 9321 Universitas, South Africa
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- Clindata International (Pty) Ltd, PO Box 11186, 9321 Universitas, South Africa
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- Elanco Animal Health Company, Alfred Nobel Str. 50, 40789 Monheim, Germany
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- Elanco Animal Health Company, Alfred Nobel Str. 50, 40789 Monheim, Germany
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- Young Veterinary Research Services, 3000 Spengler Way, Turlock, CA 95380, USA
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- Young Veterinary Research Services, 3000 Spengler Way, Turlock, CA 95380, USA
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- Young Veterinary Research Services, 3000 Spengler Way, Turlock, CA 95380, USA
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- Elanco Animal Health, 2500 Innovation Way, Greenfield, IN 46140, USA
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- Elanco Animal Health, 2500 Innovation Way, Greenfield, IN 46140, USA
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- Vetoquinol S.A., 37 Rue de la Victoire, 75009 Paris, France
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Colombo M, Morelli S, Sacra M, Trezza G, Paoletti B, Traversa D, Di Cesare A. An Uncommon and Severe Clinical Case of Sarcoptes scabiei Infestation in a Cat. Pathogens 2022; 12:pathogens12010062. [PMID: 36678410 PMCID: PMC9864773 DOI: 10.3390/pathogens12010062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2022] [Revised: 12/09/2022] [Accepted: 12/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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The burrowing mite Sarcoptes scabiei causes sarcoptic mange in dogs and other mammals, including humans. Despite S. scabiei infests several animals, little is known about the epidemiology, clinical features, and treatment of sarcoptic mange in cats. A few reports have shown that clinical signs of S. scabiei infestation in cats may vary from non-pruritic crusted lesions to itchy and mild lesions, while severe signs are very infrequent. The present report describes a severe case of S. scabiei infestation in a stray cat from Italy, characterized by bilateral alopecia, diffuse and multifocal hyperpigmented, crusted, erythematous, scaled, and exfoliated lesions. The cat was FIV-positive and also infected by the cestode Dipylidium caninum. After treatment with a broad-spectrum parasiticide and an antibiotic, the cat showed an almost complete clinical recovery in 4 weeks. Unfortunately, no further clinical examinations were performed due to the lack of compliance of the owner and to the death of the cat for causes unrelated to sarcoptic mange. This clinical case indicates that under certain circumstances, S. scabiei can reproduce and cause severe clinical signs in cats which are usually considered non-permissive hosts for this mite, and in which the disease is usually self-limiting. Clinic-pathological, epidemiological, and zoonotic implications are discussed.
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- Mariasole Colombo
- Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Teramo, 64100 Teramo, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Teramo, 64100 Teramo, Italy
- Correspondence:
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- Clinica Veterinaria Borghesiana, 00132 Rome, Italy
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- Clinica Veterinaria Borghesiana, 00132 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Teramo, 64100 Teramo, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Teramo, 64100 Teramo, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Teramo, 64100 Teramo, Italy
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He R, Zhang Q, Gu X, Xie Y, Xu J, Peng X, Yang G. Transcriptome Analysis of Otodectes cynotis in Different Developmental Stages. Front Microbiol 2022; 13:687387. [PMID: 35444625 PMCID: PMC9014205 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2022.687387] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2021] [Accepted: 02/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The mite Otodectes cynotis is distributed worldwide and parasitism the ear canals of cats and dogs, causing otitis externa. Molecular biology of O. cynotis is poorly understood, with only a few genes being deposited in public databases. In the present study, we aimed to perform transcriptome analysis of O. cynotis using SMRT and Illumina sequencing of RNA from different development stages. SMRT-Seq of O. cynotis demonstrated 5,431 final transcripts, including 406 long non-coding RNAs and 2,698 differentially expressed genes (DEGs), including 1,357 up-regulated genes and 1,341 down-regulated genes between adult mites and nymph/larva. A total of 397 putative allergen genes were detected, 231 of which were DEGs. Among them, 77 were homologous of known mite allergens. The expression level of allergen genes hints at the pathogenicity of mites in different life stages, and the protein interaction network analysis could identify possible key genes in the pathogenic mechanism. Intriguingly, Gene Ontology analysis showed that most of the (DEGs) were associated with the terms hydrolase activity and proteolysis. Kyoto Encyclopedia of genes and genomes (KEGG) analysis identified drug metabolism-cytochrome P450 signal pathway as one of the top pathways. SMRT-Seq of the full-length transcriptome of O. cynotis was performed first, and a valuable resource was acquired through the combination analysis with the Illumina sequencing data. The results of our analyses provide new information for further research into Otodectes cynotis.
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- Ran He
- Department of Parasitology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Parasitology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Parasitology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Parasitology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Parasitology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Life and Basic Science, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Parasitology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, China
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Brame B, Cain C. Chronic Otitis in Cats: Clinical management of primary, predisposing and perpetuating factors. J Feline Med Surg 2021; 23:433-446. [PMID: 33896249 PMCID: PMC10741284 DOI: 10.1177/1098612x211007072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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PRACTICAL RELEVANCE Chronic otitis can be one of the most frustrating diseases to manage for a small animal practitioner. While it occurs less commonly in the cat than the dog, it is no less challenging. The purpose of this review is to discuss the common and uncommon causes of chronic otitis in the cat within the clinical framework used for diagnosis and treatment. The focus is on diseases that affect the ear canal, rather than those restricted to the pinnae. CLINICAL CHALLENGES Otitis is multifactorial, which complicates management. A common clinical mistake is to focus solely on treating the infection present. Only by addressing all factors will a clinician successfully control chronic otitis. For the purposes of this review, the authors have adopted the established model of separating primary, predisposing and perpetuating causes of otitis. Primary factors are those that directly cause otitis (inflammation); predisposing factors are those that put the patient at risk for development of otitis; and perpetuating factors are those that result in ongoing clinical signs of otitis or that prevent clinical resolution. AUDIENCE This review is aimed at veterinarians who treat cats and particularly those with an interest in feline dermatology and otology. EQUIPMENT While many practitioners rely on a hand-held otoscope, a video-otoscope can be very helpful for the diagnosis and treatment of chronic otitis. EVIDENCE BASE This review presents up-to-date information regarding the diagnosis and treatment of chronic otitis in cats, with emphasis on the most recent peer-reviewed literature.
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- Bailey Brame
- Department of Clinical Sciences and Advanced
Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, 3900 Spruce
Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Advanced
Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, 3900 Spruce
Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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Hiblu MA, Ellraiss OM, Karim ES, Elmishri RA, Duro EM, Altaeb AA, Bennour EM. Otodectic and bacterial etiology of feline otitis externa in Tripoli, Libya. Open Vet J 2020; 10:377-383. [PMID: 33614432 PMCID: PMC7830180 DOI: 10.4314/ovj.v10i4.4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2020] [Accepted: 10/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Background Feline otitis externa is a dermatological disorder with a multifactorial complex etiology. Aim This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of different etiological agents, particularly the parasitic and bacterial, responsible for the cases of feline otitis externa in Tripoli, Libya, and to assess the antimicrobial susceptibility of the bacterial isolates from those cases. Methods Cerumen and otic discharges of the suspected cats were collected for parasite detection and bacterial culture. Kirby-Bauer's disk diffusion method was used for antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Results The results showed that otodectic mites and bacterial causes were equally the most prevalent in those cases, with a prevalence of 47.1% each. Otodectes cynotis infestation was more frequently bilateral and severe. Staphylococcus spp. were the most prevalent among bacterial causes (75%), followed by Proteus spp. (16.6%) and Pseudomonas spp. (8.4%). Norfloxacin and gentamicin were the most effective antimicrobials against bacterial isolates, as they were effective against 83.3% and 70.8% of isolates, respectively. Conclusion Otodectes cynotis infestation and staphylococcal infections constituted the most common etiology of feline otitis externa in Tripoli, Libya, and norfloxacin represented a cogent antibacterial for the treatment of otitis externa.
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- Murad A Hiblu
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tripoli, Tripoli, Libya
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- Al-Helal Al-Azraq Clinic, Animal Health Department - Tripoli, Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Wealth, Tripoli, Libya
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- Microbiology Lab Department, National Center for Animal Health, Tripoli, Libya
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- Microbiology Lab Department, National Center for Animal Health, Tripoli, Libya
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- School of Health and Related Research, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tripoli, Tripoli, Libya
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tripoli, Tripoli, Libya
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Fanelli A, Doménech G, Alonso F, Martínez-Carrasco F, Tizzani P, Martínez-Carrasco C. Otodectes cynotis in urban and peri-urban semi-arid areas: a widespread parasite in the cat population. J Parasit Dis 2020; 44:481-485. [PMID: 32508428 DOI: 10.1007/s12639-020-01215-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2019] [Accepted: 03/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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The ear mite Otodectes cynotis is a parasite of cats and dogs of considerable veterinary importance, being the most common etiological agent of otitis externa in pets. This study investigates the presence of this parasite in 296 cats from Murcia municipality (SE Spain), and describes possible factors associated with the infestation. Cats were grouped by sex, age, lifestyle, season and provenience. Scraping samples were examined by a microscope to identify the mite. Chi square test was computed and odds ratio was used to measure the association of risk factors with parasite prevalence. Additionally, the spatial distribution of prevalences was investigated and represented through GIS software. Around 30% of the cats (CI95 25-35%) were found positives to O. cynotis. The mite infestation was significantly higher in adult cats, during the winter and in individuals from peri-urban areas. The ectoparasite was found to be widely distributed in the cat population of the study area, with an increased risk of infestation in specific peri-urban areas. The results highlight that O. cynotis is a common parasite in areas with Mediterranean semi-arid climate. Given the importance of otodectic mange, and considering that O. cynotis is not a parasite specific to cats, but may also affect dogs and wild carnivores, the information provided by this study is of great value to both pet owners and veterinarian practitioners, and it might help to implement appropriate preventive and control strategies, mainly in free-roaming cats.
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- Angela Fanelli
- Department of Veterinary Sciences, University of Turin, Grugliasco (Turin), Italy
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- Department of Animal Health, Regional Campus of International Excellence "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Animal Health, Regional Campus of International Excellence "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Applied Economics, Regional Campus of International Excellence "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Veterinary Sciences, University of Turin, Grugliasco (Turin), Italy
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- Department of Animal Health, Regional Campus of International Excellence "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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Arisov MV, Indyuhova EN, Arisova GB. The use of multicomponent ear drops in the treatment of otitis of various etiologies in animals. J Adv Vet Anim Res 2020; 7:115-126. [PMID: 32219117 PMCID: PMC7096122 DOI: 10.5455/javar.2020.g400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2019] [Revised: 12/18/2019] [Accepted: 12/20/2019] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to investigate the efficacy of newly developed multicomponent ear drops for the treatment of otitis caused by parasites, bacteria, and fungi in dogs, cats, ferrets, fancy rabbits, and foxes. MATERIALS AND METHODS A new drug for veterinary use was developed that contained levofloxacin hemihydrate (0.3%), clotrimazole (0.1%), dexamethasone sodium phosphate (0.1%), and moxidectin (0.01%). In the initial stage of otoacariasis (or the ear form of psoroptic scab), the drug was used twice with an interval of 5-7 days. When otoacariasis (psoroptic scab) was complicated by otitis of bacterial and/or fungal etiology, the drug was used as follows: instilled once a day, within 10-14 days in the ear canal for 2-5 drops of the drug. The study of therapeutic efficacy was performed on cats, dogs, ferrets, foxes, and fancy rabbits with ear pathology. RESULTS The recovery of cats, ferrets, dogs, and foxes after the double use of ear drops during otoacariasis was established. In the ear form of psoroptic scab in fancy rabbits after treatment, Psoroptes cuniculi mites were not detected. The specific (antimicrobial and antifungal) activity of the drug was confirmed in vivo using the following scheme of drug use: the drug was instilled once a day, within 10-14 days in the ear canal, 2-5 drops of the drug in animals with external otitis and otitis media. CONCLUSION The rational combination of active components developed in this study is effective and safe for use in animals with microbial diseases of the ears.
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Combarros D, Boncea AM, Brément T, Bourdeau P, Bruet V. Comparison of three methods for the diagnosis of otoacariasis due to
Otodectes cynotis
in dogs and cats. Vet Dermatol 2019; 30:334-e96. [DOI: 10.1111/vde.12753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/19/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Daniel Combarros
- LUNAM, University‐ONIRIS‐DPMA Unit 101 Route de Gachet 44300 Nantes France
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- LUNAM, University‐ONIRIS‐DPMA Unit 101 Route de Gachet 44300 Nantes France
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- LUNAM, University‐ONIRIS‐DPMA Unit 101 Route de Gachet 44300 Nantes France
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- LUNAM, University‐ONIRIS‐DPMA Unit/NP3 Unit 101 Route de Gachet 44300 Nantes France
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- LUNAM, University‐ONIRIS‐DPMA Unit/NP3 Unit 101 Route de Gachet 44300 Nantes France
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Bosco A, Leone F, Vascone R, Pennacchio S, Ciuca L, Cringoli G, Rinaldi L. Efficacy of fluralaner spot-on solution for the treatment of Ctenocephalides felis and Otodectes cynotis mixed infestation in naturally infested cats. BMC Vet Res 2019; 15:28. [PMID: 30651107 PMCID: PMC6335790 DOI: 10.1186/s12917-019-1775-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2018] [Accepted: 01/07/2019] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Cats can be infested with several ectoparasite species, especially Ctenocephalides felis and Otodectes cynotis. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a single topical application of fluralaner against C. felis and O. cynotis natural infestation in stray (study 1) and owned (study 2) cats in central and southern Italy. RESULTS The number of live fleas found on each cat on Day 0 ranged from 1 to more than 30 (arithmetic mean live flea count = 11.9 in study 1; 14.6 in study 2) while no live fleas were found on days 7 and 84 post topical application of fluralaner. The number of live mites found on each cat on Day 0 ranged from 1 to 42 (arithmetic mean live mite count = 6.4 in study 1; 8.9 in study 2) while no live mites were found on days 7 and 84 post topical application of fluralaner. CONCLUSIONS Topical fluralaner completely eliminated fleas and ear mites from infested cats and was 100% effective against both parasites up to 84 days after treatment.
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- Antonio Bosco
- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples Federico II, Via Della Veterinaria 1, 80137, Naples, Italy
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- Clinica Veterinaria Adriatica, Senigallia, Ancona, Italy.,Laboratorio di Analisi Veterinarie La Vallonea, Passirana di Rho, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples Federico II, Via Della Veterinaria 1, 80137, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples Federico II, Via Della Veterinaria 1, 80137, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples Federico II, Via Della Veterinaria 1, 80137, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples Federico II, Via Della Veterinaria 1, 80137, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production, University of Naples Federico II, Via Della Veterinaria 1, 80137, Naples, Italy.
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Efficacy of afoxolaner in the treatment of otodectic mange in naturally infested cats. Vet Parasitol 2018; 256:29-31. [DOI: 10.1016/j.vetpar.2018.04.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2017] [Revised: 04/24/2018] [Accepted: 04/26/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Becskei C, Reinemeyer C, King VL, Lin D, Myers MR, Vatta AF. Efficacy of a new spot-on formulation of selamectin plus sarolaner in the treatment of Otodectes cynotis in cats. Vet Parasitol 2017; 238 Suppl 1:S27-S30. [DOI: 10.1016/j.vetpar.2017.02.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2016] [Revised: 01/23/2017] [Accepted: 02/23/2017] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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