DESCRIPTION: Trifexis for Dogs is a chewable, once-monthly tablet that works to prevent heartworms, kill fleas, and control and treat whipworm, hookworm, and adult roundworm infections.
Key Benefits: Trifexis:
Uses Milbemycin Oxime to kill whipworms, roundworms, and hookworms, to kill immature adult heartworms, and to prevent heartworm disease Is proven to eliminate 100% of biting fleas Starts working in only 30 minutes Uses Spinosad to kill adult fleas, which prevents re-infestation by targeting nicotinic acetylcholine receptor activation in parasites Protects against parasites and prevents future infestations of fleas in a once-monthly tablet
Formulated For: Puppies and dogs aged 8 weeks or older.
How is Medication Given? Dosage Recommendations (Dogs Ages 8 Weeks and Up):
5 to 10 Pounds: Pink Label (1 Tablet) 10.1 to 20 Pounds: Orange Label (1 Tablet) 20.1 to 40 Pounds: Green Label (1 Tablet) 40.1 to 60 Pounds: Blue Label (1 Tablet) 60.1 to 120 Pounds: Brown Label (1 Tablet) More Than 120 Pounds: Ask Your Veterinarian This product prevents and treats fleas and other parasites, including heartworms, hookworms, and roundworms. Follow your veterinarian's directions when using this product. If administering on a seasonal basis to prevent heartworm disease, administer throughout and 3 months past mosquito season. Administer on the same day every month. If you have any questions about missed doses or how to dose, speak to your vet.
What Results Can I Expect? Trifexis:
Is a chewable, beef-flavored tablet that dogs find incredibly tasty Is the most frequently-prescribed combination parasite treatment and preventative medication Kills immature heartworms and prevents heartworm disease Controls and treats whipworms, hookworms, and roundworms Kills biting fleas within just 30 minutes of use, and kills adult fleas before they have a chance to lay their eggs
What Form Does Medication Come In? Chewable Tablet
Dose and Administration: Sold as a 1-month, 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month supply in five different weight-based strengths.
Possible Side Effects: The most common side effects reported in clinical trials were:
Skin Itch (Pruritus) Lethargy Diarrhea Vomiting If your dog vomits within 1 hour of dosing, another dose may be administered. Puppies under 14 weeks old might vomit at a higher rate than older puppies and dogs.
Precautions Not proven safe for use in breeding female dogs. Administer cautiously to epileptic dogs. Prior to use, dogs should have a negative heartworm test.
Storage Recommendations: Keep in a cool and dry place with temperatures between 20 degrees to 25 degrees C (68 degrees to 77 degrees F).
In Case of Overdose: Call your nearest emergency animal hospital.
