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This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 3/11/02 10:38:03 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > You don't have to buy Pfizer's Strongid-C from a veterinarian. They sale > it in the feed stores around here. Initially they sold it only thru vets > because they wanted us to promote it for them. Just lilke the ivermectin > people did. Then once we got everyone using it, then they go OTC with > it. We vets are always getting used like that. > I'm really behind in reading my mail. But although you CAN get Strongid-C anywhere, isn't it true that their colic insurance is only valid if you buy your Strongid from a vet? I've heard that Continuex has the same colic insurance, but you don't need to buy it through a vet. Or am I wrong on all of this? Pamela
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This message is from: "Mike May, Registrar NFHR" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> At 07:09 AM 3/12/2002 -0500, you wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am, however, still going to do the math on the Continuex minus the cost of Ivermectin which they furnish, especially if I find this is an effective wormer for all worms in our area and doesn't have to have the annual deworming for tapes. There was a price quoted by Fred and Lois Pack that led me to believe that the cost might come in at quite a bit less than .50 per horse/day. If anyone has an up to date cost for Continuex, I would appreciate knowing it. I went to Farnam website and they have wonderful information, but no prices. Mary, Go to www.google.com & type in Continuex in the search box. You will find all sorts of places that sell it with prices. State Line has it for $69.90 per 25 lb's. State Line Tack Product Index ... Continuex Dewormer by Farnam - 3.75 lb. $14.90. Continuex Dewormer by Farnam - 25 lb. $69.90. Continuex ... Mike === Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry Mike May, Executive Director & Registrar Voice 585-872-4114 FAX 585-787-0497 http://www.nfhr.com mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Jean Thanks for doing my math work. I spent yesterday visiting my 90 yr old mother in-law in hospital, attending grandparents' day at my grandaughter's school, etc. I really don't think I could have done it yesterday. I am, however, still going to do the math on the Continuex minus the cost of Ivermectin which they furnish, especially if I find this is an effective wormer for all worms in our area and doesn't have to have the annual deworming for tapes. There was a price quoted by Fred and Lois Pack that led me to believe that the cost might come in at quite a bit less than .50 per horse/day. If anyone has an up to date cost for Continuex, I would appreciate knowing it. I went to Farnam website and they have wonderful information, but no prices. Jean, I don't know how you manage to stay on top of all these issues that are aired on the list, but "thank you". You are always there with some help for everyone. Mary Harvey in Virginia's mountains We are finally supposed to get some rain today. Will help my spinach,lettuce,radishes and onions that have their heads peaking through the ground.
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This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > you can buy the Farnham product anywhere vs Pfizer has to be > bought > at the vet. > Valerie You don't have to buy Pfizer's Strongid-C from a veterinarian. They sale it in the feed stores around here. Initially they sold it only thru vets because they wanted us to promote it for them. Just lilke the ivermectin people did. Then once we got everyone using it, then they go OTC with it. We vets are always getting used like that. Steve White Waterloo, Nebraska
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This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Steve While we are into worming---Does the Strongid-C (the daily dose) and/or the other Farnam product also get the tapes? I am beginning to believe that the daily dose might be cheaper in the long run if it is just as effective. This double dosing or even quadrupling once a year with Strongid (and my vet today supported your theory of giving more than a double dose) and then worming with ivermectin every 6 to 8 weeks is real costly. Thanks Mary Harvey
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This message is from: Jean Ernest <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Well, do the math! Say it costs $.50/day to do the daily wormer, that's about $180. Plus Twice a year with Ivermectin = $20. Added up the total is $200 per horse. Now Ivermectin every 6-8 weeks, say, 7 times a year at $10/tube = $70, plus triple dose Strongid (Pyrantel Pamoate) paste at, say $8/tube = $24. Add $24 + $70 = $94 for the Ivermectin and Strongid paste regimen versus $200 for the Daily wormer plus Ivermectin twice a year! BTW, the Strongid C2X, Continuex and Equi Aid CW are all Pyrantel Tartrate 2.11%. I see in the catalog that "NU-IMAGE GUARDIAN" also is a daily wormer, also 2.11% Pyrantel tartrate and about the same price range. You can get generic Ivermectrin paste for $7.99 a tube in K-V Vet Supply (free shipping in lower 48) Zimecterin, Eqvalan paste and Equimectrin are all the same stuff, around $9 to $10 per tube, Pyrantel Pamoate paste, Rotectin 2, Strongid-P are all the same. Check your catalogs for the cheapest price. I would stay away from Quest..The dosage is too critical and you can overdose with serious problems. DISCLAIMER! I am NOT a vet..just do a lot of reading! Ask your vet! Jean in Fairbanks, Alaska, where horse vets are scarce and feed store charge a bunch for wormers. >While we are into worming---Does the Strongid-C (the daily dose) and/or the >other Farnam product also get the tapes? I am beginning to believe that the >daily dose might be cheaper in the long run if it is just as effective. This >double dosing or even quadrupling once a year with Strongid (and my vet today >supported your theory of giving more than a double dose) and then worming >with ivermectin every 6 to 8 weeks is real costly. > >Thanks >Mary Harvey > > > Jean Ernest Fairbanks, Alaska mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
