Efficacy of homeopathic product Verm 100â in the control of sheep worms: partial results

Abstract

The control of gastrointestinal parasites in the sheep industry as well as other farming systems represents significant decrease in productivity when it is not done properly. Due to the increasing parasite resistance to anthelmintics commercial alternatives such as the use of homeopathic medicines are highlighted in production systems. This study aimed to test the efficacy of homeopathic medicine, VERM 100®, control of gastrointestinal parasites of sheep on a farm in the municipality of Prata, Minas Gerais. Data were collected through the monthly count of eggs per gram of feces (OPG), animals divided into two groups, one group of control animals and other animals undergoing treatment. The results were interpreted by analysis of variance (F test) and a 5% probability and linear regression. The means of qualitative factors were compared by Tukey test level and a 5% probability. There was no statistically significant difference (p> 0.05) between the mean OPG of the two groups, treated and control. However, the drug VERM 100 ®, Real H Lab did not reduce the number of eggs of gastrointestinal nematodes, but the sheep did not develop symptoms of infection.