Heartworm - Dog

Treatment for Heartworms

If diagnosed, treatment typically involves:

1. Stabilization: Treat symptoms of advanced disease (e.g., heart failure).
2. Melarsomine Injections: Kills adult worms, administered in a series of injections under veterinary supervision.
3. Exercise Restriction: Essential to reduce strain on the heart during treatment.
4. Microfilaria Treatment: Post-adulticide treatment to kill larvae.

Heartworm disease is serious but preventable. Early detection and consistent prevention are the best ways to keep your dog safe and healthy!