DESCRIPTION: Tri-Heart Plus Chewable Tablets are used to treat and control ascarids/roundworms (Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina) and hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum, Uncinaria stenocephala, and Ancylostoma braziliense) and prevent heartworm disease in dogs associated with Dirofilaria immitis.
Key Benefits:
Tri-Heart Plus Chewable Tablets use Ivermectin and Pyrantel to prevent heartworm disease in dogs. They work by eliminating the tissue stage of Dirofilaria immitis (heartworm larvae) for one month. This medication also controls and treats Ancylostoma caninum, Uncinaria stenocephala, and Ancylostoma braziliense (hookworms), along with Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonina (ascarids/roundworms).
Formulated For: For dogs and puppies 6 weeks or older.
How is Medication Given? Recommended Monthly Dose:
Dogs Weighing 25 Pounds or Less: Blue Packaging (68 mcg of Ivermectin and 57 mg of Pyrantel Per Tablet) DogsWeighing 26-50 Pounds: Green Packaging (136 mcg of Ivermectin and 114 mg of Pyrantel Per Tablet) Dogs Weighing 51-100 Pounds: Brown Packaging (272 mcg of Ivermectin and 227 mg of Pyrantel Per Tablet)
What Results Can I Expect? Tri-Heart Plus Chewable Tablets use Ivermectin and Pyrantel to prevent dangerous parasites, including potentially deadly heartworms. The tablets are affordable, easy to administer, and proven effective.
What Form Does Medication Come In? Chewable Tablet
Dose and Administration: Sold as a 6-month or 12-month supply in color-coded, weight-based strengths as follows:
Dogs Weighing 25 Pounds or Less: Blue Packaging (68 mcg of Ivermectin and 57 mg of Pyrantel Per Tablet) Dogs Weighing 26-50 Pounds: Green Packaging (136 mcg of Ivermectin and 114 mg of Pyrantel Per Tablet) Dogs Weighing 51-100 Pounds: Brown Packaging (272 mcg of Ivermectin and 227 mg of Pyrantel Per Tablet)
Possible Side Effects: The most common side effects include:
Depression Lethargy Vomiting Anorexia Mydriasis Ataxia Staggering Convulsions Hypersalivation In rare cases, digestive or neurological effects have been reported.
Precautions
Heartworm testing is recommended prior to use. This product does not kill adult heartworms. Therefore, dogs with an existing heartworm infection should receive treatment to remove heartworm microfilariae and adult worms before Tri-Heart treatment. In case of ingestion by a human, pursue emergency medical treatment. Keep out of reach of children.
Storage Recommendations: Store in a cool and dry location.
In Case of Overdose: Contact the nearest emergency pet clinic immediately. You can also call Merck Animal Health Pharmacovigilance: Companion Animal Technical Services, 800-224-5318.
