Credelio is a monthly oral flea and tick treatment for dogs and puppies aged 8 weeks and above, and weighing at least 4.4 lbs. It comes in a beef-flavored chew form that is well-accepted by most dogs. It is small in size for easy administration and works hard against parasites all month long. Credelio flea and tick chewables start working within hours and provide quick relief to your dog from the irritation of flea and tick infestations. When administered once a month, every month, it helps protect your dog from parasites all year long.
You may begin your dog’s treatment with Credelio chewable tablets at any time of the year. When administered as recommended, Credelio:
Credelio contains lotilaner, an ectoparasiticide that causes uncontrolled neuromuscular activity in parasites, leading to their death. In studies conducted by Elanco, Credelio began to kill fleas within 4 hours after administration and showed high efficacy against adult fleas 12 hours after administration or infestation. It also showed high efficacy against various species of ticks 48 hours after administration or infestation.
Lotilaner
Instructions To Use Credelio
Packaging:
| Dog weight (lbs.) | Pack color | Lotilaner per chewable tablet (mg) | Chewable tablets administered |
| 4.4 to 6 | Yellow | 56.25 | One |
| 6.1 to 12 | Pink | 112.5 | One |
| 12.1 to 25 | Orange | 225 | One |
| 25.1 to 50 | Green | 450 | One |
| 50.1 to 100 | Blue | 900 | One |
| Over 100 | Administer the appropriate combination of chewable tablets | ||
In studies conducted by Elanco, no adverse reactions were observed from the concomitant use of Credelio for dogs with other medications, such as vaccines, anthelmintics, antibiotics, steroids, NSAIDs, anesthetics, and antihistamines.
In studies conducted by Elanco, Credelio for Dogs started killing fleas within 4 hours after administration, and showed high efficacy against fleas 12 hours after administration and against ticks 48 hours after administration.
Yes. Credelio chewables for dogs must be given with food or within 30 minutes of feeding to ensure optimum absorption.
If a dose of Credelio for dogs is missed, administer a dose with food and resume the monthly dosing schedule. Consult a veterinarian for further guidance.
It is not recommended to split a Credelio chewable tablet for dogs as it is not scored for splitting. It is available in different sizes for accurate dosage.
The safe use of Credelio in pregnant, breeding or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. Consult your veterinarian before using it in such pets.
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Credelio is indicated for use in dogs and puppies from 8 weeks of age and at least 4.4 lbs. of body weight.
It’s so small I can just hide it in a piece of cheese. Works great and free shipping was awesome.