Ivermectin for Bearded Dragon
Reptile · Pogona vitticeps · typical adult weight 0.38–0.51 kg
Ivermectin is used in bearded dragon for Nematodes, mites, Ectoparasites (mites). Routes documented in bearded dragon: PO, SC. A typical adult bearded dragon weighs 0.38–0.51 kg. ExoticRx lists 2 cited dose rules for Ivermectin in bearded dragon, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Ivomec, Heartgard
Dose ranges
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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 bearded dragon may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Other Antiparasitic drugs with bearded dragon 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 bearded dragon — 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.