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MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 6 Month Supply Rx
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Product Description
MilbeGuard are monthly flavored tablets indicated for use in the prevention of heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis, the control of adult Ancylostoma caninum (hookworm), and the removal and control of adult Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina (roundworms) and Trichuris vulpis (whipworm) infections in dogs/puppies four weeks of age or greater and two pounds of body weight or greater, also for cats/kittens (except whipworm protection) six weeks of age or greater and 1.5 lbs. of body weight or greater. They are sold in packs of six flavored tablets/six month supply in four color coded packages depending on your pets weight.
What is MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 6 Month Supply?
MilbeGuard are monthly flavored tablets indicated for use in the prevention of heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis, the control of adult Ancylostoma caninum (hookworm), and the removal and control of adult Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina (roundworms) and Trichuris vulpis (whipworm) infections in dogs/puppies four weeks of age or greater and two pounds of body weight or greater, also for cats/kittens (except whipworm protection) six weeks of age or greater and 1.5 lbs. of body weight or greater.
Who is MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 6 Month Supply for?
Dogs or puppies (4 weeks of age or older and weighing two pounds or greater), and Cats and kittens (six weeks of age or older and weighing 1.5 lbs or greater)
Why use MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 6 Month Supply?
-Helps prevent heartworms, controls hookworms, and removes and controls roundworms and whipworms (dogs only)
-Can be used on dogs, puppies, cats and kittens
-Contains an active ingredient backed by veterinarians for nearly 30 years.
-FDA-approved
-Monthly meat-free, beef flavored tablet
How does MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 6 Month Supply work?
MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets eliminate the tissue stage of heartworm larvae and the adult stage of hookworm (Ancylostoma caninum), roundworms (Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina) and whipworm (Trichuris vulpis) infestations when administered orally according to the recommended dosage schedule.The anthelmintic activity of milbemycin oxime is believed to be a result of interference with invertebrate neurotransmission.
Manufacturer:
Ceva
Active Ingredients(s):
Milbemycin Oxime
How is MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 6 Month Supply sold?
Sold as 6 Flavored Tablets/6 Month Supply in four color coded packages depending on your pets weight as follows :
Yellow : Dogs 2-10 lbs
Blue : Dogs 11-25 lbs / Cats 1.5-6 lbs
Purple : Dogs 26-50 lbs / Cats 6.1-12 lbs
Red : Dogs 51-100 lbs / Cats 12.1-25 lbs
What are the side effects of MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 6 Month Supply?
The following adverse reactions have been reported following the use of MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets : Depression/lethargy, vomiting, ataxia, anorexia, diarrhea, convulsions, weakness and hypersalivation.
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children and animals. Do not use in puppies less than four weeks of age or less than two pounds of body weight. Prior to initiation of the MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets treatment program, dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infections. Infected dogs should be treated to remove adult heartworms and microflariae prior to initiating treatment with MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets. Mild, transient hypersensitivity reactions manifested as labored respiration, vomiting, salivation and lethargy, have been noted in some treated dogs carrying a high number of circulating microflariae. These reactions are presumably caused by release of protein from dead or dying microflariae. Do not use in kittens less than six weeks of age or less than 1.5 lbs. body weight. Safety in heartworm positive cats has not been established. Safety in breeding, pregnant, and lactating queens and breeding toms has not been established.
What to do if overdose?
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital
How can I store MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 6 Month Supply?
MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets should be stored at room temperature, between 68° and 77°F (20-25°C).
Overview
Administration for Dogs : MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets are dual-purpose and may be offered in food or administered as other tablet medications. Watch the dog closely following dosing to be sure the entire dose has been consumed. If it is not entirely consumed, redose once with the full recommended dose as soon as possible. MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets must be administered monthly, preferably on the same date each month. The first dose should be administered within one month of the dog’s first exposure to mosquitoes and monthly thereafter until the end of the mosquito season. If a dose is missed and a 30-day interval between dosing is exceeded, administer MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets immediately and resume the monthly dosing schedule. If MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets replaces diethylcarbamazine (DEC) for heartworm prevention, the first dose must be given within 30 days after the last dose of DEC.
Administration for Cats : MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets for Cats may be offered in food or administered as other tablet medications. The tablets can be broken for ease of administration. Watch the cat closely following dosing to be sure the entire dose has been consumed. If it is not entirely consumed, redose once with the full recommended dose as soon as possible. MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets for Cats must be administered monthly, preferably on the same date each month. The first dose should be administered within one month of the cat’s first exposure to mosquitoes and monthly thereafter until the end of the mosquito season. If a dose is missed and a 30-day interval between dosing is exceeded, administer MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets for Cats immediately and resume the monthly dosing schedule. It is recommended that cats be tested for existing heartworm infection prior to starting treatment with MILBEGUARD Flavored Tablets for Cats
Main Ingredients
MilbeGuard Active Ingredient : Milbemycin Oxime
Sold as six flavored tablets/six month supply in the following color coded packages depending on your pets weight :
Package Color / Pet Weight / Milbemycin Oxime
Yellow Dogs 2-10 lbs 2.3 mg
Blue Dogs 11-25 lbs / Cats 1.5-6lbs 5.75 mg
Purple Dogs 26-50 lbs / Cats 6.1-12 lbs 11.5 mg
Red Dogs 51-100 lbs / Cats 12.1-25 lbs 23.0 mg
