Pocket Pet · Mustela putorius furo · typical adult weight 0.60–2.00 kg
Selamectin is used in ferret for External parasites / heartworm prevention. Routes documented in ferret: Topical. A typical adult ferret weighs 0.60–2.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Selamectin in ferret, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Revolution, Stronghold
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topical | 6–18 mg/kg | Once monthly | External parasites / heartworm prevention | Moderate | ExoticRx 2026 (ferret dosing guide); Carpenter 6e |
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Binds glutamate-gated chloride channels in invertebrate nerve/muscle cells. Absorbed through skin; reaches systemic circulation.
Do not apply to broken skin. Monthly application. Prevents heartworm, kills fleas, treats ear mites, sarcoptic mange. Safe in MDR1 dogs at labeled dose. OK in rabbits and ferrets.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for ferret may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Selamectin pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in ferret — 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.