NexGard is a tasty bite-sized beef-flavored chewable tablet used to kill adult fleas before they lay eggs to help prevent infestations, plus it kills ticks in pets eight weeks or older, weighing four or more pounds. The fast-acting formula provides safe and effective year-round protection when given monthly. And since it comes in a chewable tablet form, it’s easy to give to your pet as a tasty treat or disguise it in your pet’s favorite wet food.
UsesKills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations and the treatment and control of black-legged tick, American dog tick, Lone Star tick and brown dog tick infestations in dogs and puppies eight weeks of age and older, weighing four pounds or greater, for one month.
Possible Side EffectsSide effects that usually are not serious include: Vomiting or decreased appetite, Dry skin, Diarrhea. If any of these signs are severe, worsen, or continue to be a problem, contact your veterinarian. Side effects that may be serious or indicate a serious problem: Vomiting that does not stop, Complete loss of appetite, Tremors, Seizures, Difficulty walking (eg, weakness, stumbling). If you see any of these signs, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Drug & Food InteractionsThere are no known contraindications for the use of NexGard.
PrecautionsThe safe use of NexGard in breeding, pregnant or lactating females has not been evaluated. Use with caution in pets with a history of seizures.
Dosage Chart
Color on Box | Weight Range | Strength | Dosage | Product Page |
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ORANGE | 4-10 lbs | 11.3 mg Afoxolaner | Administer orally once a month | |
BLUE | 10.1-24 lbs | 28.3 mg Afoxolaner | Administer orally once a month | |
PURPLE | 24.1-60 lbs | 68 mg Afoxolaner | Administer orally once a month | |
RED | 60.1-121 lbs | 136 mg Afoxolaner | Administer orally once a month |