Shokry exam 2 Flashcards
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How do anti parasitic drugs inhibit the neuromuscular system?
- block nicotinic receptors at NMJ so ACh can’t bind
- depolarizing NM blockers by overstimulation
- bind to acetylcholinesterases to block them
- activate LAT1 and LAT2 at NMJ of nematodes
How do anti parasitic drugs inhibit the neuronal system?
bind to GABA for flaccid paralysis and to inhibit egg production
How long is the coccidia lifecycle?
1 week
When are preventatives used?
first 4-5 days of sexual schizogomy
When are treatments used?
last 6th or 7th day the oocyst is shed
What is amprolium used for?
prevent coccidia
When is decoquinate used for?
prevent coccidia
Which drug is approved for coccidia in laying hens?
amprolium
What are the ionophores?
monensin, lasalocid, salinomycin, narasin
What are ionophores used for?
to prevent coccidia, also growth promoters as feed additives
Which ionophore is approved in cattle, chickens and goats?
salinomycin
What is the MOA of sulfonamides?
inhibit PABA preventing formation of folic acid that parasite needs to live
What are sulfonamides used for?
prevent AND treat coccidia
When do sulfonamides act?
all 7 days of the life cycle
When are Robenidine, Nicarbazin, Arsanilic acid, and tetracyclines used?
as a feed additive for growth promotion and prevent coccidia
What is the MOA of metronidazole?
affects DNA synthesis of the parasite
What is the DOC for giardia? (meaning least effective)
metronidazole
What precautions must be taken when using metronidazole?
NOT preggos, NOT food animals
What are the benzimidazoles?
albendazole, fenbendazole
What is the MOA of benzimidazoles?
deprive parasite of energy
When are benzimidazoles used? When are the contraindicated?
for giardia as a last resort due to resistance, NOT in preggos
What is the DOC for amebiasis?
metronidazole
What drug can be used in preggos for amebiasis?
furazolidone
What drugs are used to treat balantidiasis?
metronidazole, tetracycline