Heartgard Plus Chewables for Dogs - Heartworm Treatment
Heartgard Plus is a highly effective treatment for preventing heartworm infections.
It also treats intestinal worms including roundworms and hookworms. A monthly treatment,
this beef flavored chewable tablet has antiparasitic and anthelmintic properties.
It is a single treatment for mixed parasitic infections.
Working method
Heartgard Plus tablets are tasty chewables given on monthly basis to treat roundworms
and hookworms. The same dosage prevents heartworm infections in dogs. Made up of
Ivermectin and pyrantel, these chews treat multiple parasites. The combined effect
of both these ingredients kills heartworm larvae and destroys intestinal worms.
They kill parasites by causing spastic muscle paralysis. Heartgard plus chewables are safe for puppies above 8 weeks of age.
Firstly, go for a vet visit to check whether your pet has existing heartworm infection
or not. If he is not infected then, start with Heartgard Plus.
Weigh your pet. Based on the weight choose the relevant pack of these tablets. Refer
dosage table for details. Crumble the chewable and mixed with the pet’s food.
Keep a check on the pet. He needs to finish entire meal to intake the complete dosage
of the tablet. Give to pets that are 6 weeks and older puppies and dogs.
On missing a dose, give a full dose and resume the monthly schedule. Take vet’s
advice on missing the dose for two months and more.
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Weight of the dog
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Dosage per month
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Up To 11Kg
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1 chewable from Blue box
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12 To 22 Kg
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1 chewable from Green box
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23 To 45 Kg
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1 chewable from Brown box
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Over 45 Kg
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Give combination of tablets based on weight
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Note:- Heartgard Plus is safe for stud dogs, pregnant, breeding
and lactating dogs.
- Existing heartworm infection test is necessary before starting Heartgard Plus for
dogs.
- Do not give the chewable to puppies younger than 6 weeks of age.
- Swallowing the whole tablet is not recommended.
- Administer on a monthly basis, if possible follow the date schedule.
- Although side effects are rare but may show up in hypersensitive canines. Overdosing
may result in tremors, dilated pupil, weight loss and death.
- It may show adverse reactions in herding dog breeds like border collies. So, ask
your vet before giving this to the collie breeds of dogs.
- Do not overdose. Follow the label instructions for details of administration, expiry
date and precautions.
- Store in cool place away from direct sunlight
- Wash and sterilize your hands after administering the chewable to the pet.
- Human ingestion may prove poisonous. If such cases arise then consult a physician
immediately.
Contraindications
Do not administer to pets with existing heartworm infection.
Warning
- This product must be administered MONTHLY to prevent heartworm infection.
- It is recommended for use all year round.
- Please seek advice from your veterinarian regarding heartworm testing PRIOR to using this product if:
- your pet is older than 8 weeks of age when you start using this product OR
- one of the monthly doses is missed or is late by more than 1 week.
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.
