Ivermectin for African Grey Parrot
Bird · Psittacus erithacus · typical adult weight 0.40–0.65 kg
Ivermectin is used in african grey parrot for Gastrointestinal nematodes, Knemidocoptes mites (scaly face/leg), Ectoparasites, feather mites. Routes documented in african grey parrot: PO, SC, TOPICAL. A typical adult african grey parrot weighs 0.40–0.65 kg. ExoticRx lists 3 cited dose rules for Ivermectin in african grey parrot, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Ivomec, Heartgard
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 0.2 mg/kg | once | Single dose; repeat in 10-14 days | Gastrointestinal nematodes | Moderate | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed |
| SC | 0.2 mg/kg | q14d | 3-4 treatments | Knemidocoptes mites (scaly face/leg) | Strong | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed |
| TOPICAL | 0.2 mg/kg | once | Repeat in 10-14 days | Ectoparasites, feather mites | Moderate | Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed |
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Mechanism of action
Potentiates glutamate-gated chloride channels in invertebrate nerve and muscle cells, causing paralysis and death of parasites.
Side effects & warnings
TOXIC to MDR1-mutant dogs (Collies, Shelties, Aussies) at elevated doses. DO NOT use in chelonians (turtles/tortoises). Narrow safety margin in some species. Test MDR1 status before use in herding breeds.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for african grey parrot may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Other Antiparasitic drugs with african grey parrot dosing
Ivermectin dosing in other species
Why a species-specific page? Ivermectin pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in african grey parrot — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.