DEWORMING IN LIVESTOCK - LEVAMISOLE

Mode of action: Paralyzes worms’ nervous system, making them expellable ○ Spectrum: Strong against roundworms and lungworms; less effective on flukes and tapeworms. ○ Market examples: Nilverm, Knockdown, Nilzan Super, Levas Extra, Nemarid, Super, Kapsole, Wormicid Plus-O, Nemarid Plus, Levas Diamond, Wormicid Liquid General Signs of Worm Infestation ● Loss of appetite and poor growth ● Diarrhoea (may contain blood/mucus) ● Swollen belly (“pot belly” in young animals) ● Pale gums and anaemia ● Rough hair coat and general weakness ● Bottle jaw (swelling under jaw due to Haemonchus contortus) ● Reduced milk yield and fertility ● Death in severe infestations