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ArticleJournal of veterinary science2025

Comparative pharmacokinetic and bioequivalence of nine oral ivermectin formulations in dogs.

Suyoung Kim, Syed Al Jawad Sayem, HyunYoung Chae, Sung-Won Park, Ling Gui, Seung-Chun Park, JeongWoo Kang

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

7 authors.

Suyoung KimLaboratory of Veterinary Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics, Institute for Veterinary Bio-medical Science, College of Veterinary Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3271-318X
Syed Al Jawad SayemLaboratory of Veterinary Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics, Institute for Veterinary Bio-medical Science, College of Veterinary Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5580-8443
HyunYoung ChaeAnimal Disease Diagnosis Division, Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA), Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Gimcheon 39660, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7295-5250
Sung-Won ParkVeterinary Drugs & Biologics Division, Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA), Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Gimcheon 39660, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7251-4313
Ling GuiLaboratory of Veterinary Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics, Institute for Veterinary Bio-medical Science, College of Veterinary Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-5541-0130
Seung-Chun ParkLaboratory of Veterinary Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics, Institute for Veterinary Bio-medical Science, College of Veterinary Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8539-1087
JeongWoo KangAnimal Disease Diagnosis Division, Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA), Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Gimcheon 39660, Korea. hijach@korea.kr.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2097-6137

Funding

Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs B-1543073-2023-24
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

importanceCanine heartworm disease remains a major global health issue. Despite the wide availability of ivermectin (IVM) formulations, pharmacokinetic and bioequivalence data are limited.

objectiveThis study evaluated the pharmacokinetics and bioequivalence of eight oral IVM formulations (B-I) compared with the innovator product (A) in dogs.

methodsForty-five healthy dogs (mean body weight: 14.3 kg) were divided into nine groups (n = 5). Each received 6.2 µg/kg of IVM orally. Blood samples were collected up to 72 h post-dosing, and plasma IVM concentrations were quantified by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry. Pharmacokinetic parameters were analyzed using a one-compartment model. Bioequivalence was assessed non-compartmentally using 90% confidence intervals for maximum concentration (C

resultsAbsorption (Ka = 0.09-0.16 h⁻¹), elimination half-life (T1/2 = 4.89-14.97 h), and systemic exposure (C CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE: All formulations achieved plasma concentrations sufficient for prophylaxis, but only B, C, and G satisfied bioequivalence criteria. Larger sample sizes and standardized evaluation guidelines are recommended for multi-formulation bioequivalence studies.

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Antiparasitic AgentsIvermectinAdministration, OralAnimalsArea Under CurveCross-Over StudiesDogsFemaleHalf-LifeMaleTherapeutic EquivalencyAntiparasitic AgentsIvermectinBioavailabilitycaninechromatographyone-compartment modelprophylaxis

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PMID41332008
PMCPMC12703924

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