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Name: Nexgard Chewables for Dogs and Puppies
Brand: Nexgard
SKU: 15049
Rating: 5.0000 (1 reviews)

Yes, a prescription from your veterinarian is required to purchase Nexgard.

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With one little NexGard® (afoxolaner) chew comes the confidence that you’re giving your dog the #1 vet-recommended flea and tick control. Dogs love the beef-flavored NexGard chewables, and they're easy to give with or without food. Numerous studies have proven that NexGard is safe and effective, and NexGard is the #1 choice of vets. The ingredients in each NexGard chew were carefully designed to quickly kill fleas and ticks for a full month, while being safe and gentle enough to give to puppies as young as 8 weeks and dogs weighing as little as 4 pounds. NexGard kills fleas fast, before they have a chance to lay eggs. NexGard is a flea and tick control product that’s FDA-approved to prevent infections that cause Lyme disease in dogs as a result of killing black-legged ticks.

What is Nexgard Chewables for Dogs and Puppies?

NexGard is an FDA approved chewable that kills fleas and ticks on dogs. It prevents and controls flea and tick infestations for one month.

Who is Nexgard Chewables for Dogs and Puppies for?

Dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older weighing 4 pounds of body weight or greater.

Why use Nexgard Chewables for Dogs and Puppies?

#1 vet-recommended flea and tick control that kills fleas fast, before they can lay eggs. NexGard is a flea and tick control product that’s FDA-approved to prevent infections that cause Lyme disease in dogs as a result of killing black-legged ticks. NexGard kills infected black-legged ticks before Lyme infections can be transmitted. Quickly kills fleas and ticks for a full month. Each beef-flavored chew is easy to give because dogs love the taste. Safe for dogs and puppies as young as 8 weeks, weighing 4 pounds or more. Can be given with or without food, and remains effective for a full month.

How does Nexgard Chewables for Dogs and Puppies work?

Afoxolaner is absorbed into the bloodstream after ingestion. When fleas and ticks ingest blood containing afoxolaner, it causes hyperexcitation and death in these parasites.

Manufacturer:

Boehringer Ingelheim

Active Ingredients(s):

Afoxolaner

How is Nexgard Chewables for Dogs and Puppies sold?

NexGard Chewable Tablets are sold in 1, 3 or 6 month supply/chewables based on your dog's weight as follows :

Orange: NexGard for dogs 4-10 lbs.
Blue: NexGard for dogs 10-24 lbs.
Purple: NexGard for dogs 24-60 lbs.
Red: NexGard for dogs 60-120 lbs.

What are the side effects of Nexgard Chewables for Dogs and Puppies?

NexGard (afoxolaner) is for use in dogs only. The most frequently reported adverse reactions include vomiting, itching, lethargy, diarrhea, and lack of appetite. The safe use of NexGard in pregnant, breeding, or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. *Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders.

What special precautions are there?

Keep away from children and animals. NexGard (afoxolaner) is for use in dogs only. The most frequently reported adverse reactions include vomiting, itching, lethargy, diarrhea, and lack of appetite. The safe use of NexGard in pregnant, breeding, or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. *Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders.

What to do if overdose?

If you give your dog too much NexGard, contact your nearest emergency animal hospital.

How can I store Nexgard Chewables for Dogs and Puppies?

Store at or below 30°C (86°F) with excursions permitted up to 40°C (104°F).

Helpful Tips:

You may begin your dog’s NexGard treatment at any time of the year. In areas where fleas are common year-round, monthly treatment with NexGard should continue the entire year without interruption. To minimize the likelihood of flea reinfestation, it is important to treat all animals within a household with an approved flea control product.

Overview

NexGard can be administered with or without food. Care should be taken that the dog consumes the complete dose, and treated animals should be observed for a few minutes to ensure that part of the dose is not lost or refused. If it is suspected that any of the dose has been lost or if vomiting occurs within two hours of administration, redose with another full dose. If a dose is missed, administer NexGard and resume a monthly dosing schedule. Flea Treatment and Prevention: Treatment with NexGard may begin at any time of the year. In areas where fleas are common year-round, monthly treatment with NexGard should continue the entire year without interruption. To minimize the likelihood of flea reinfestation, it is important to treat all animals within a household with an approved flea control product.

Main Ingredients

NexGard (afoxolaner) is manufactured by Merial and contains the active ingredient afoxolaner. These chewables are available in four sizes of beef-flavored, soft chews that should be orally administered according to your pet’s weight. Each chewable is formulated to provide a minimum afoxolaner dosage of 1.14 mg/lb (2.5 mg/kg).

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