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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
In most cases, all you need to expect after deworming your dog is that they won't get parasites. Worms are types of internal parasites which often cause gastrointestinal upset, but some of them can be fatal. This is the case with heartworms, lungworms and others which infest vital tissues of the body. Although deworming agents are important preventive medications prescribed by a veterinarian, side effects can occur on rare occasions. While the risk-benefit ratio of deworming drugs are very in favor of the benefits, every medication has the potential for adverse effects in the right circumstances.At AnimalWised, we look at 7 common side effects of antiparasitic drugs by discovering what to expect when deworming a dog.ContentsHow long does dewormer take to work?DiarrheaVomitingIntestinal obstructionAllergic reactionsLocal reactionsNeurological reactionsSide effects during pregnancy or lactationOther reactions after deworming a dogHow long does dewormer take to work?A deworming agent is a type of antiparasitic drug which is used to kill various types of worm which are considered internal parasites in dogs. It is used in one of two ways, either as a preventive or therapeutic drug:Preventive: various types of parasites are more prevalent in certain areas. Preventive deworming tablets are given to ensure the dog has protection from an infestation. Which drug is used will be determined by the veterinarian as it will change according to geographic region and other factors. Therapeutic: when a dog has an infestation of worms, deworming drugs will be given to treat the infestation. Different drugs will work in different
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