and Linda is right it is a toxin so have to be very careful using it(as with any chemical). Be sure to wash your hands(or other body parts that come in contact with the promeris)good and watch your dog for signs of reaction. The scent of it is very strong initially so make sure used in well ventilated area. But be sure to ask your vet before using if you decide to go with the shots as I don't think you want to use both.
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getting the Ivermectin to stay down in our girl. She had a very sensitive stomach. So our Vet had us use a cotton ball and topically apply it right to the affected area. Even he was amazed how fast it cleared up. It's the same product that we used on our cattle and you can buy it at Farm & Fleet or Tractor supply for a fraction of the cost. DO NOT over apply because it is absorbed into the system and is a poison. It's very effective when used cautiously!

We have used in the past Promeris(I use it now monthly for flea and tick prevention) I haven't knock on wood had demodex in 3 years. Anyway, Promeris is Ivermection(first ingredent) like they have all said use anything with precaution.. Bully's can have a reaction quickly. I have friends who have used the Promeris with great results and have loved the convenenice of it. I have one freind who's bully had a bad reaction to it(I think she overused it)I have also had friends who have used Frontline Plus and lost their bully's to this too. Remeber it is a posion..just be very careful. Also it is good to know it is mild.. Keep us all posted on how the HURLY BURLY does! Best of luck! Linda

Maybe the doramectin is easier on them than ivermectin.

I had to split the ivermectin into 2 doses and give it with bread or he'd throw it up.

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and that may be because it is much cheaper to use since you administer it orally at home over several weeks time, and only have the dog's skin rechecked every 3 weeks (relative to the life-cycle of the mite). Depending on the severity of the mange, sometimes the vet will Rx Goodwinol ointment which is good for putting on one or two small spots (not bigger than a silver dollar) but if he has several spots and lots of active mites on the cytology (slide of skin scraping) then something stronger and more systemic would be the likely treatment. In cases where the exposure is large, the dips are the Standard of Treatment in the US. Mitaban was the trade name of the dip but I think it was taken off the market so another something is being used, but it does require much care as its a strong preparation and you cannot get it in the eyes/nose/mouth of the dog. If the mange is severe and there are infected open wounds on the skin (cases we see on dogs rescued from the shelters or found on the streets) then oral meds and antibiotics are administered to get some of the infection under control before using a dip (concerns about too much of the poison being absorbed thru open wounds into the bloodstream). Glad to hear that YOUR dog has minor involvement and hope that you can rid him of this problem in just a few weeks.