RSPCA Monthly Heartworm Tablets for Dogs

RSPCA Monthly Heartworm Tablets for Dogs - More Information

Direction for Use

• Dogs should be given monthly dosage of this treatment particularly in those periods when mosquitoes potentially carrying ineffective larvae are active.
• The first dose needs to be given to the dog within a month of the first exposure to mosquitoes.
• But these tablets also control heartworm infection when the treatment is initiated a maximum of 4 months after exposure to infected mosquitoes provided the monthly treatment is carried out for at least a year.
• The last dose of the treatment needs to be given within a month of the last exposure to mosquitoes.
• If you are replacing an old heartworm preventive with RSPCA monthly heartworm tablets then the first dose of this treatment needs to be given within 30 days after the last dose of the previous treatment.

Dosage:

• The tablet can be given orally to the dog on a monthly basis.
• Give a single tablet for every 44 lbs. of dog body weight.
• Tablets can be bifurcated into half for every additional 22 lbs. of body weight.
• If the dog does not take the tablet orally you can alternatively add it in his food.
• But ensure that your pooch ingests the entire dose for showing the right results.
• If you find that the dose has not been completely ingested by the dog you can always re-dose him.

Key Benefits

• APMVA approved
• Effective and economical heartworm preventive treatment
• A monthly treatment
• Prevents heartworm disease
• Very easy to administer to dogs

Safety

• Ensure that the tablet is not swallowed by humans as it can be poisonous to health. If accidentally swallowed by any human being take him/her to the doctor immediately.
• Do not use it on puppies younger than 6 weeks of age.
• Keep the product away from the eyes as it can lead to irritation.
• After administering the dose wash your hands properly with soap and water.
• Keep the product at a room temperature of below 30 degrees Celsius.
• If you want to dispose off the empty container wrap it up in paper and then put it in the garbage bin.

Caution:Collies including Border Collies and other breeds have genetic intolerance towards Ivermectin. Those pet owners with Collies and other susceptible breeds should look for alternatives to Ivermectin for the treatment of parasites.

Ingredients

Ivermectin

Manufacturer

Indyvet