Effect of Selamectin Spot-On Against Lynxacarus Radovskyi Infestation in Cats

June 2025 in “ Deleted Journal ”

S. Sivajothi, B. Sudhakara Reddy, Dadireddy Naramda Raghavi

TLDR Selamectin effectively cured the cats' infestation.

The study investigated the effectiveness of selamectin spot-on treatment against Lynxacarus radovskyi infestation in two adult Persian cats from the same household, which presented with mild alopecia, pruritus, and a "pepper and salt" appearance. The cats were treated with selamectin once a month for three months, resulting in complete recovery from the infestation.

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