As far as I know, doramectin is the only anthelmintic of that family for which IM injection is approved. Ivermectin injections given IM are highly irritant.
You have nailed it. In my opinion successful dehorning depends on four factors: (1) Proper restraint; (2) Nerve block (which is very easy); (3) Removing a ring of skin at the base of the horn; and (4) Control of haemorrhage, either by cautery or by pulling out the arteries (usually those at the...
Levamisol, as well as being an anthelmintic, has immunostimulant properties:
"Levamisole is a synthetic imidazothiazole derivative that has been widely used in treatment of worm infestations in both humans and animals. As an anthelmintic, it probably works by targeting the...
One cc of Draxxin to an adult bovine? Good way to encourage antibiotic resistance. Incidentally, in my area a generic form of tulathromycin costs much less than Draxxin, the brand name product.
I live in the EU where meloxicam is available for large animal injection under several brand names: Metacam, Loxicom, Rheumocam, and Meloxidyl are four and there are probably more. The dose rate is 2.5ml/100kg given subcutaneously.
Obturator nerve. Usually bilateral, often with one leg more badly affected. Affected cows usually recover, but it helps to tie the hind legs almost together (about three feet apart) to prevent the splits. Metacam, or a cheaper generic, helpful.