Interceptor are beef flavored tablets for preventing heartworms and treating gastrointestinal worms. The anthelmintic treatment destroys the larval stages of heartworms and does not allow them to develop into adult stages. Given as a monthly dosage the tablets suit all breeds of dogs. Being active for four consecutive weeks, the tablet provides relief from all kinds of intestinal parasites.
How it works?
A Novartis product, Interceptor heartworm preventive, and gastrointestinal parasite treatment provide absolute protection against heartworms, tapeworms, hookworms, whipworms, and roundworms. A monthly dose of the tablet blocks the growth of heartworms by destroying its larval and other immature stages. It hampers their reproductive process and halts their population.
The palatable tablets with Milbemycin and Praziquantel as the active ingredients remain effective for 30 days. During this time, they protect the pet from all kinds of heartworm and intestinal diseases. They are suitable for all breeds of dogs including Ivermectin sensitive border collies.
Before starting the treatment, a test for existing heartworm infection is a must. Consult your vet and get your pet checked prior to starting Interceptor.
Key Benefits
Single treatment for heartworm and a wide range of intestinal parasites.
Provides monthly protection.
Beef flavored tablets are loved by the pets. This makes deworming easy and effortless.
Saves the pet from diseases caused by heartworms and intestinal worms.
Suitable for all breeds of puppies, dogs, breeding dogs and pregnant female dogs.
Directions
Before starting the treatment, a test for existing heartworm infection is a must. Consult your vet and get your pet checked prior to starting Interceptor.
Available in four different color-coded packs, Interceptor tablets are categorized as per the canine bodyweight. Check the dosage table for detail.
Give the tasty beef flavored tablets directly in the pet’s mouth. He will readily take it as a treat. Alternatively, you can break it into pieces and mix with the pet’s food.
When administered by mixing in the pet’s food, just make sure the pet finish the entire meal to ingest the complete dosage.
Administer to 2 weeks and older puppies, adult dogs, pregnant female dogs and breeding dogs.
Safety
As Interceptor has no effect on adult heartworm, it is important to get your pet checked for existing heartworm infection before starting the Interceptor prevention.
On giving the tablet to a heartworm-infected dog, a mild transient shock may happen to the pet. So, consult vet before starting the treatment.
Do not administer Interceptor to any other species of pets.
Keep away from children and food.
Wash and sterilize hands after giving the tablet to the pet.
On observing any adverse reactions, contact a veterinarian at the earliest.
Contraindications:
Do not use on dogs younger than 2 weeks of age.
More Info
Target species
2 weeks and older puppies and dogs
Mode of administration
Oral
Active Ingredient
Milbemycin oxime, Praziquantel
Brand Name
Interceptor
Product Information
Description
Key Benefits
Directions
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Description
Effipro DUO Flea & Tick Control Spot-On for Dogs
Effipro DUO for Dogs is recommended to be used against infestations with fleas alone or in association with ticks. The spot-on treats and prevents flea infestations and remains effective to control recurring infestations for 7 weeks. The topical solution controls flea population by inhibiting flea eggs growth into adult fleas for 12 weeks after treatment. The colorless solution kills ticks and provides continuous acaricidal efficacy for 2 weeks against Ixodes ricinus, and for 4 weeks against Dermacentor reticulatus and Rhipicephalus sanguineus. Also used as a part of flea allergy dermatitis treatment strategy, Effipro DUO is recommended to be used on the monthly basis.
How it works?
Effipro DUO is an integrated solution of two potent ingredients – fipronil and pyriproxyfen. The strong combination of these components not only kills fleas and ticks but also controls entire flea life cycle. Fipronil which is a tried and tested adulticide directly attacks the nervous system of pests leaving them paralyzed and ultimately kills these insects. The other ingredient pyriproxyfen is an insect growth regulator, which inhibits immature stages of fleas and provides three months of protection against complete flea life cycle.
Key Benefits
Effective protection against fleas and ticks
Sterilizes and eliminates adult fleas and ticks without a blood meal
Provides 3-months protection against flea life-cycle completion
Broadens coverage to target key developmental steps within the flea life cycle
Reduces protection gaps that may lead to residual flea issues
Helps support flea management program
Directions
Remove the pipette from the blister pack.
Hold the pipette upright and tap the narrow part of the pipette to ensure that the contents are within the main body of the pipette below the scored line.
Break open the seal of the spot-on pipette along the scored line.
Part the fur at the shoulder blades until the skin is visible.
Place the tip of the pipette on the skin and squeeze firmly to empty the entire content evenly at one or two spots.
Safety
Store it away from children and pets.
Keep it in a cool and dry place.
Avoid smoking, drinking or eating while applying this product.
Wash hands with soap and water after treatment.
Contraindications:
Do not use in animals hypersensitive to the active ingredients present in the product.
Do not treat pregnant, lactating or breeding cats.