Comparative Efficacy of Three Anthelmintic Drugs against Gastrointestinal Parasites in Lactating Cows from Lahore, Pakistan

Authors

  • GHAZIA TAHIR Department of Biology, Lahore Garrison University, Lahore-Pakistan, Sector C, Phase-VI DHA Lahore
  • ROHEELA YASMEEN Lahore Garrison University
  • RIMSHA RIAZ Department of Biology, Lahore Garrison University, Lahore-Pakistan, Sector C, Phase-VI DHA Lahore
  • SHAZIA BOKHARI Department of Biology, Lahore Garrison University, Lahore-Pakistan, Sector C, Phase-VI DHA Lahore
  • HAROON AKBAR University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, UVAS Lahore

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.57038/usjas.v9i02.7737

Abstract

The control of gastrointestinal (GIT) parasites remains critical for maintaining dairy herd health, productivity, and economic viability. This study evaluated the efficacy of three anthelmintic drugs Nilzan Plus, Ivermectin, and Albendazole on lactating cows. Forty cows were divided into four groups: A, B, and C (treatment groups), and D (control). Fecal samples were collected pre-treatment (day 0) and post-treatment (days 7 and 14). Fecal Egg Count (FEC) was monitored using the McMaster technique to assess treatment outcomes. Nilzan Plus showed the highest efficacy with a 70.85% reduction in FEC by day 7 and 98.57% by day 14. Ivermectin also demonstrated strong results, with a 69.45% reduction on day 7 and 94.28% on day 14. Albendazole was less effective, achieving only 43.07% FEC reduction on day 7 and 88.28% on day 14. Nilzan Plus eliminated Toxocara spp., Bovine Hookworm, and Moniezia spp., while Ivermectin effectively controlled Haemonchus spp. and Bovine Hookworm, though Cooperia spp. showed resistance. Albendazole was the least effective, failing to eliminate Rumen Fluke, Cooperia spp., or Ostertagia spp. In conclusion, all drugs reduced parasitic infections to varying degrees, with Nilzan Plus proving most effective, followed by Ivermectin. Albendazole showed limited efficacy. It is concluded Incorporating proper hygiene and pasture management, along with strategic anthelmintic use, is essential for sustainable parasite control.

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2025-12-30

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Vol. 9 No. 02 (2025): University of Sindh Journal of Animal Sciences (USJAS)

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