Nexgard Spectra for Dogs
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- Benefits
Nexgard Spectra : Intestinal Worms & Heartworm Disease, Flea & Tick - Protection in 1 Chew
Nexgard Spectra is a tasty, beef-flavored chewable treatment for dogs that protects against both ectoparasites and endoparasites. It is an easy to use, all-spectrum oral formula suitable to use in eight weeks and older puppies and dogs.
External Parasites:The monthly chewable for dogs kills fleas, ticks, mites and controls flea allergy dermatitis (FAD).
Internal Parasites:Nexgard Spectra tasty monthly chewable for dogs prevents heartworms, treats and controls roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms.
Fleas
Nexgard Spectra for dogs kills adult fleas, and treats and prevents infestations caused by fleas. The chewable kills newly acquired fleas before they lay eggs and controls flea allergy dermatitis. The rapid action formula kills fleas within 6-8 hours after administration.
Ticks
Nexgard Spectra Oral treatment for dogs effectively treats and controls the infestations caused by Brown dog ticks, Paralysis ticks, and Bush ticks. The once-a-month chewable formula controls per-existing Paralysis tick infections within 24 hours of administration.
Heartworms and Gastrointestinal worms:
Nexgard Spectra Oral treatment for dogs effectively treats and controls the infestations caused by Brown dog ticks, Paralysis ticks, and Bush ticks. The once-a-month chewable formula controls per-existing Paralysis tick infections within 24 hours of administration.
Other Parasites
Nexgard Spectra Chewable for dogs is known to eliminate mites and prevent infections caused by lungworms and eyeworms.
Nexgard Spectra Dosage Per Weight
- Nexgard Spectra for XSmall Dogs 4.4-7.7 lbs (2 - 3.5kg) (Orange)
Each chewable contains: 9.4 mg Afoxolaner, and 1.9 mg Milbemycin oxime - Nexgard Spectra for Small Dogs 7.7-16.5 lbs (3.6 - 7.5kg) (Yellow)
Each chewable contains: 18.8 mg Afoxolaner, and 3.8 mg Milbemycin oxime - Nexgard Spectra for Large Dogs 33-66 lbs (15.1 – 30 kg)(Purple)
Each chewable contains: 75 mg Afoxolaner, and 15 mg Milbemycin oxime - Nexgard Spectra for Xlarge Dogs 66-132 lbs (30.1 – 60 kg)(Red)
Each chewable contains: 150 mg Afoxolaner, and 30 mg Milbemycin oxime
How Nexgard Spectra Works?
Nexgard Spectra for dogs contains Afoxolaner and Milbemycin oxime as active ingredients. Both the active ingredients of Nexgard Spectra act by interrupting the neurotransmission in the nervous system of the parasites causing paralysis and death of the organisms.
- Nexgard Spectra is available in the market with different packs according to the body weight of the dog
- Opt for the pack that is apt according to the weight of your pooch
- You can give the tablet directly by putting it in the mouth of the dog or mixing it in the food of the dog
- If you mix it in the dog ensure that your pet completes the entire meal
- Give this tablet to your dog on a monthly basis
- Children and pets should not be allowed to touch the chewable
- If your dog has any history of seizure or epilepsy consult your veterinarian before administrating the chewable to them
- In case of accidental ingestion, particularly in the case of children, seek medical advice immediately and show the package leaflet or the label to the physician.
- Keep tablets in the blister packs until required, and keep the blisters in the outer carton.
- Nexgard Spectra is not indicated for microfilariae clearance
- The chewable needs to be kept in a cool and dry place
- This product may cause gastrointestinal disturbances if ingested.
- This treatment is intended only to be strictly administered to dogs and no other animal species
- Wash hands after use.
Contraindication:
- Do not administer this oral treatment to dogs that are allergic to beef
- If your dog is going through pregnancy stage or is lactating or breeding do not give this tablet to them
- If your pet is allergic to any of the ingredients present in this chew do not give it to them
Nexgard Spectra: Key Takeaways
- An exclusive chew that only treats fleas and ticks but also gastrointestinal nematodes in a single treatment
- Beef flavor which makes its taste highly palatable which makes dogs to crave for more
- Ideal for dogs 8 weeks of age and above and more than 2kg bodyweight
- Monthly dosage system makes the pet owners find it easier to remember the next dose
- Very easy to give to dogs
- 100% curative efficacy against Dirofilaria Immitis larvae
- Waterproof property makes dogs go immediately in water without the danger of the treatment being washed off