Heartgard Plus is a parasite treatment for dogs that efficiently removes a variety of parasites. This drug controls and kills hookworms, roundworms, heartworm larvae, and adult heartworms in a once-monthly chewable medication.
Who is Heartgard Plus Chewables for Dogs for?
Puppies and dogs 6 weeks old or more. Safe for pregnant females.
Why use Heartgard Plus Chewables for Dogs?
This chewable, beef-flavored medication effectively controls and treats intestinal worms in dogs, including every stage of heartworms.
How does Heartgard Plus Chewables for Dogs work?
Pyrantel Pamoate and Ivermectin are used in this parasite medication. This effect paralyzes intestinal worms, allowing the body to naturally eliminate the infection.
Boehringer Ingelheim
Ivermectin and Pyrantel Pamoate
How is Heartgard Plus Chewables for Dogs sold?
Heartgard Plus is sold in either a 1, 6 or 12 month supply. Each box is color coded for your dog's weight. Heartgard Plus Blue: 1-25 lbs Heartgard Plus Green: 26-50 lbs Heartgard Plus Brown: 51-100 lbs
What are the side effects of Heartgard Plus Chewables for Dogs?
In rare cases, vomiting or diarrhea have occured within 24 hours of taking this medication (1.1% of cases). Other reactions are also possible, including: Hypersalivation Convulsions Depression Lethargy Vomiting Staggering Anorexia Mydriasis Ataxia Diarrhea
What special precautions are there?
Prior to treatment, the animal should receive a heartworm test. If your pet is taking heartworm medication, do not administer this medication. Keep out of the reach of children.
If overdose occurs, please contact your local pet hospital or emergency pet clinic immediately.
How can I store Heartgard Plus Chewables for Dogs?
Store the product at room temperature, preferably 68 -77°F (20-25°C). This product may be stored briefly at temperatures of 59° and 86° F (15° and 30°C). Keep product away from light.
Use this product on the infected dog and all the pets in the house for optimal effects. Be sure to treat your yard and carpets for fleas in addition to your pets. Clean up stools in the yard and don't let the animal consume raw fish, uncooked meat, or rodents to help avoid flea infection.
Blue Box: Dogs Weighing 25 Pounds or Less Green Box: Dogs Weighing 26 to 50 Pounds Brown Box: Dogs Weighing 51 to 100 Pounds Available in a 6-month or 12-month supply. Administer a once-monthly oral dose. Weigh your dog to ensure accurate dosing.
Active Ingredients: Heartgard for dogs between 1 - 25 lbs (Blue box) - 68 mcg ivermectin & 57 mg pyrantel Heartgard for dogs between 26 - 50 lbs (Greenbox) - 136 mcg ivermectin & 114 mg pyrantel Heartgard for dogs between 51 - 100 lbs (Brownbox) - 272 mcg ivermectin & 227 mg pyrantel