Interceptor Flavor Tabs
For Dogs And Cats
Rx
Required
Interceptor Flavor Tabs are used
in dogs and puppies to Prevent Heartworm Disease, Control Adult Hookworm
Infection, And Remove And Control Adult Roundworms And Whipworms. In
Cats And Kittens, Interceptor Flavor Tabs Prevent Heartworm Disease
And Remove Adult Hookworms And Roundworms.
Interceptor
Cat 1.6-6 lbs - 6 Month $25.99
Interceptor Cat 1.6-6 lbs - 12 Month $44.49
Interceptor
Cat 6-12 lbs - 6 Month $33.99
Interceptor Cat 6-12 lbs - 12 Month $64.99
Interceptor
Cat 12-25 lbs - 6 Month $43.99
Interceptor Cat 12-25 lbs - 12 Month $83.99
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Generic Name
Milbemycin Oxime (mil’-beh-my’-sin ox’-eem)
Brand Name(s)
Interceptor (Novartis)
What is this medication used for
Interceptor is used in the prevention of heartworm disease
and in the control of hookworm, roundworm and whipworm.
Availability
Interceptor is available by prescription as chewable Flavor
Tabs.
How this medicine should be used
Interceptor is FDA approved for use in dogs and cats. The
usual dose of Interceptor for dogs 2-10 pounds is 2.3mg,
11-25 pounds is 5.75mg, 26-50 pounds is 11.5mg and 51-100
pounds is 23mg given once a month year round. The usual
dose of Interceptor in cats 1.5-6 pounds is 5.75mg, 6.1-12
pounds is 11.5mg, and 12.1-25 pounds is 23mg given once
a month year round. An alternate treatment is to give this
medication once a month during the mosquito season and also
one month after the season ends. Consult your veterinarian
for the dose of Interceptor when used to treat other parasites.
What are the side effects
Side effects of Interceptor are rare although some animals
may exhibit depression, drowsiness, vomiting, loss of appetite,
diarrhea, hypersalivation, seizures and weakness.
What special precautions are there
This medication should not be used in animals allergic to
it. The pet should be tested for heartworm disease before
starting this medication. If the pet has been off heartworm
preventative for 6 months or more, retest in 6 months since
microfilaria, that take 6 months to mature, will cause a
positive test result. Because humans can contract hookworm
and roundworm from animals it is important to maintain good
personal hygiene. It is also important to eliminate fleas
on the pet and in the household and to not feed the pet
rodents or uncooked meat or fish. To prevent reinfection,
daily cleanup of stools is recommended.
In the event of overdose
Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room.
How should I store this medication
Keep this medication in the original box. Do not remove
the tablet from the foil wrap until ready to give the medication.
Keep this medication out of the reach of children and pets.
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