Usage: *For complete product information, please review the full prescribing information in the manufacturer package insert. Manufacturer Dosage and Administration: Interceptor Plus should be administered orally, once every month, at the minimum dosage of 0.23 mg⁄lb (0.5 mg⁄kg) milbemycin oxime, and 2.28 mg⁄lb (5mg⁄kg) praziquantel. For heartworm prevention, give once monthly for at least 6 months after exposure to mosquitoes. Interceptor Plus may be offered to the dog by hand or added to a small amount of dog food. The chewables should be administered in a manner that encourages the dog to chew, rather than to swallow without chewing. Chewables may be broken into pieces and fed to dogs that normally swallow treats whole. Care should be taken that the dog consumes the complete dose, and treated animals should be observed for a few minutes after administration to ensure that no part of the dose is lost or rejected. If it is suspected that any of the dose has been lost, redosing is recommended.
Missed Doses: If a dose is missed: give Interceptor Plus immediately to resume monthly dosing and notify your veterinarian. Do not give two doses at once. If multiple doses have been missed, consult your veterinarian prior to restarting the monthly dosing schedule.
Side Effects: Interceptor Plus is generally well tolerated, and side effects are considered uncommon when given at the recommended dosage. The most common side effects of this medication are vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, and lowered energy level. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet experiences a shock–like reaction, excessive drooling, seizures, tremors, extreme weakness, or decreased coordination (e.g., staggering, stumbling, difficulty walking). Notify your veterinarian if your pet experiences any of the effects described above, or if you notice any other side effects that are persistent or troublesome. If you notice anything unusual, please consult your veterinarian.
Precautions: *For complete product information including warnings and precautions, please refer to the manufacturer package insert. For use in dogs only– not for use in humans. Treatment with fewer than 6 monthly doses after the last exposure to mosquitoes may not provide complet