DESCRIPTIONMilbeGuard is a flavored, once-monthly tablet that prevents heartworm disease associated with Dirofilaria immitis, controls and removes whipworms (Trichuris vulpis) and roundworms (adult Toxascaris leonina and Toxocara canis), and controls hookworms (adult Ancylostoma caninum). It can be used in dogs and cats.
Key Benefits:
MilbeGuard Flavored Tablets eliminates to prevent heartworm disease, controls and removes whipworms (Trichuris vulpis) and roundworms (adult Toxascaris leonina and Toxocara canis), and controls hookworms (adult Ancylostoma caninum) when administered as directed. Milbemycin Oxime is thought to have anthelmintic activity because of invertebrate neurotransmission interference.
Formulated For: For dogs (4 weeks old and more, weighing 2 lbs or more) and cat use only (6 weeks and older, weighing 1.5 lbs or more).
How is Medication Given? For use in dogs:
These dual-purpose tablets can be given as a tablet or administered in food. In either case, dogs should be monitored to ensure complete dose consumption. If the full dose is not consumed, another dose should be administered ASAP. Administer on a monthly basis on the same day each month. Administer the initial dose within a month of first mosquito exposure. Thereafter, administer monthly until mosquito season has ended. If you miss a dose and 30 days have passed, administer right away and return to the monthly administration schedule. When using this product to replace DEC (Diethylcarbamazine) to prevent heartworm disease, administer the first dose within 30 days following the final DEC dose. For use in cats: Administer as a tablet or in food. If breaking the tablet eases administration, it is recommended to do so. Cats should be monitored to ensure complete dose consumption. If the full dose is not consumed, another dose should be administered ASAP. Administer on a monthly basis on the same day each month. Administer the initial dose within a month of first mosquito exposure. Thereafter, administer monthly until mosquito season has ended. If you miss a dose and 30 days have passed, administer right away and return to the monthly administration schedule. A heartworm test is recommended before starting treatment with this product.
What Results Can I Expect: Features of MilbeGuard:
Beef-flavored, meat-free tablet Approved by the FDA Contains a trusted ingredient used by vets for around 30 years May be administered to kittens, cats, puppies, and dogs Controls and removes whipworms and roundworms, controls hookworms, and prevents canine heartworm disease
What Form Does Medication Come In? Tablet
Dose and Administration: Sold as a 6-month (6-tablet) supply in four weight-based strengths.
Possible Side Effects: Potential side effects include:
Hypersalivation Weakness Convulsions Diarrhea Anorexia Ataxia Vomiting Lethargy Depression
Precautions:
Not proven safe for use in breeding, lactating, or pregnant animals, or in cats who are positive for heartworms. Never use in a kitten under the age of 6 weeks or weighing less than 1.5 pounds. Short-term, mild hypersensitivity can occur in dogs with a large number of circulating microfilariae, which involves signs like lethargy, salivation, vomiting, or labored breathing. This is thought to be the result of protein release from dying or dead microfilariae. Before initiating treatment, dogs should receive a heartworm test. If an infection is found, treatment to remove heartworms should be pursued before starting treatment with this medication. Never administer to a puppy under 4 weeks old or weighing less than 2 pounds. Keep out of reach of animals and children.
Storage Recommendations: Store at room temperature between 20 to 25 degrees C (68 to 77 degrees F).
In Case of Overdose: Call your nearest emergency pet hospital.
