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A monthly flavored tablet that protects against four intestinal parasites and prevents heartworm disease.
Usage
For use in dogs and puppies four weeks of age or greater and two pounds body weight or greater. Interceptor is given orally to dogs, once a month, a the recommended minimum dosage rate of 0.23 mg milbemycin oxime per pound of body weight. Interceptor is palatable and most dogs will consume the tablet willingly when offered by the owner. As an alternative, the dual-purpose tablet may be offered in food or administered as other tablet medications. Watch the dog closely following dosing to be sure the entire dose has been consumed. If it is not entirely consumed, redose once with the full recommended dose as soon as possible. For use in cats and kittens six weeks of age or greater and 1.5 pounds body weight or greater. Interceptor for cats is given orally, once a month, at the recommended minimum dosage rate of 0.9 mg milbemycin oxime per pound of body weight. Interceptor for cats is palatable and may be offered by the owner as a treat. As an alternative, the tablet can be broken for ease of administration. Watch the cat closely following dosing to be sure the entire dose has been consumed. If it is not entirely consumed, redose once with the full recommended dose as soon as possible. Interceptor must be administered monthly, preferably on the same date each month.
Safety Information
Possible Side Effects: Please contact your veterinarian if the following adverse reactions occur: depression/lethargy, vomiting, ataxia, anorexia, diarrhea, convulsions, weakness, and hypersalivation. Do not give Interceptor to your pet if your pet is already taking an alternate heartworm medication. Talk to your veterinarian about any other drugs your pet is taking before starting this medication. Do not use in pets less than four weeks of age and less than two pounds of body weight. Prior to initiation of this medication, pets should be tested for existing heartworm infections. Infected pets should be treated to remove adult heartworms and microfilariae prior to initiating treatment. Mild, transient hypersensitivity reactions manifested as labored respiration, vomiting, salivation and lethargy, have been noted in some treated pets carrying a high number of circulating microfilariae. In a small percentage of treated dogs, digestive and neurologic side effects may occur. Safety in heartworm-positive cats has not been established. Safety in breeding, pregnant and lactating queens and breeding toms has not been established. View full product label for complete safety information. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.