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Interceptor Flavor Tabs Prevent
Heartworm Disease, Control Adult Hookworm Infection, and Remove
and Control Adult Roundworms and Whipworms
Some time ago my dog
Shep developed a cough and experienced some difficulty breathing.
He seemed lethargic and didn't want to go for walks, and began to
develop fainting episodes and suffered severe weight loss.
It was awful to watch
my best friend suffer so badly, and it took a terrible toll on me
as I could not sleep.
The problem was diagnosed
as canine heartworm and my kindly vet was able to successfully treat
Shep.
Heartworms are present
in most parts of the United States and in many parts of North America.
Heartworm disease injures the lungs, the arteries of the lungs and
the heart.
I now ensure that
Shep undergoes a preventative treatment to guarantee that we don't
suffer from this disease, and I advise strongly that you consider
Interceptor
Flavor Tabs to
protect your best friend.
Soon your dog will
return to full fitness and happiness.
What the vet says
Heartworms are present in most parts of the United States and
in many parts of North America. Heartworm disease injures the
lungs, the arteries of the lungs and the heart. Symptoms include
tiring, coughing, weight loss and heart failure. Interceptor
is a monthly flavor tab indicated for use in the prevention
of heartworm in dogs. It also kills parasites such as hookworm,
roundworm and whipworm. |
Interceptor Flavor
Tabs prevent heartworm disease, control adult hookworm infection,
and remove and control adult roundworms and whipworms in dogs and
puppies.
Interceptor
Flavor Tabs FAQ
Generic Name
Milbemycin Oxime (mil’-beh-my’-sin ox’-eem)
Brand Name(s)
Interceptor (Novartis)
What are Interceptor Flavor Tabs used for
Interceptor Flavor Tabs are used in the prevention of heartworm
disease and in the control of hookworm, roundworm and whipworm.
How Interceptor Flavor Tabs should be used
Interceptor Flavor Tabs is FDA approved for use in dogs and cats.
The usual dose of Interceptor Flavor Tabs for dogs 2-10 pounds is
2.3mg, 11-25 pounds is 5.75mg, 26-50 pounds is 11.5mg and 51-100
pounds is 23mg given once a month year round. The usual dose of
Interceptor Flavor Tabs in cats 1.5-6 pounds is 5.75mg, 6.1-12 pounds
is 11.5mg, and 12.1-25 pounds is 23mg given once a month year round.
An alternate treatment is to give this medication once a month during
the mosquito season and also one month after the season ends. Consult
your veterinarian for the dose of Interceptor Flavor Tabs when used
to treat other parasites.
What are the side effects
Side effects of Interceptor Flavor Tabs are rare although some animals
may exhibit depression, drowsiness, vomiting, loss of appetite,
diarrhea, hypersalivation, seizures and weakness.
What special precautions are there
This medication should not be used in animals allergic to it. The
pet should be tested for heartworm disease before starting this
medication. If the pet has been off heartworm preventative for 6
months or more, retest in 6 months since microfilaria, that take
6 months to mature, will cause a positive test result. Because humans
can contract hookworm and roundworm from animals it is important
to maintain good personal hygiene. It is also important to eliminate
fleas on the pet and in the household and to not feed the pet rodents
or uncooked meat or fish. To prevent reinfection, daily cleanup
of stools is recommended.
In the event of overdose
Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room.
How should I store this medication
Keep this medication in the original box. Do not remove the tablet
from the foil wrap until ready to give the medication. Keep this
medication out of the reach of children and pets.
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