How often should my dog take Bravecto?
Applying Bravecto every 3 months ensures your dog will be protected from fleas throughout the year.
How long does Bravecto last for ticks?
12 weeks
BRAVECTO is the only flea and tick treatment that lasts 12 weeks* with 1 convenient chew or topical dose. Compared to any monthly treatment, your pet is protected nearly 3 times longer with BRAVECTO. The long-lasting protection of BRAVECTO effectively eliminates flea infestations on pets with just 1 dose.
How long does Bravecto last for a cat?
Bravecto Topical for Cats kills ticks (black-legged tick) for 12 weeks and American dog ticks for 8 weeks. BRAVECTO has not been shown to be effective for 12-weeks’ duration in puppies or kittens less than 6 months of age. Fluralaner is a member of the isoxazoline class.
How to contact Merck Animal Health about Bravecto?
For information about Merck Animal Health products, call 1-800-521-5767. For technical assistance or to report a suspected adverse drug reaction, contact Merck Animal Health at 1-800-224-5318. This site is intended for veterinary professionals. Vist our website for pet parents. * BRAVECTO kills fleas and prevents flea infestation.
What are the side effects of Bravecto chews?
Fluralaner is a member of the isoxazoline class. This class has been associated with neurologic adverse reactions including tremors, ataxia, and seizures. BRAVECTO Chew: The most commonly reported adverse reactions include vomiting, decreased appetite, diarrhea, lethargy, polydipsia, and flatulence.
How long does it take for Bravecto to work on dogs?
It can also kill black-legged, brown dog and American dog ticks for 12 weeks, but loses its effectiveness against lone star ticks after 8 weeks (about 2 months). Fluralaner is notan effective treatment or preventative for worms. To prevent or treat cases of worms you should use a deworming medicine such as fenbendazole.
How often should you take Bravecto for ticks?
Bravecto should be administered orally as a single dose every 12 weeks according to the Dosage Schedule below to provide a minimum dose of 11.4 mg/lb (25 mg/kg) body weight. Bravecto may be administered every 8 weeks in case of potential exposure to Amblyomma americanum ticks (see Effectiveness).
How long does Bravecto work on Amblyomma americanum?
Bravecto demonstrated ≥90% effectiveness against Amblyomma americanum 72 hours post-infestation for 8 weeks, but failed to demonstrate ≥90% effectiveness beyond 8 weeks. In a well-controlled U.S. field study, a single dose of Bravecto reduced fleas by ≥ 99.7% for 12 weeks.
Can you buy Bravecto without a vet prescription?
While it certainly is possible to purchase Bravecto® without a vet prescription, your vet may provide more competitive pricing options, particularly when purchasing multiple doses at once. Related: Frontline for Cats (Reviews) | Is It Really Safe for Cats and Kittens?