Revolution
Revolution is a topical
parasiticide that is applied to the skin of dogs six weeks of age and
older and cats eight weeks of age and older. Revolution is used to prevent
heartworm Disease. Revolution kills adult fleas and prevents flea eggs
from Hatching. Revolution controls and treats ear mite infestation.
Revolution treats and controls sarcoptic mange and the American Dog
Tick. Revolution is also used on cats to treat roundworm And hookworm.
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Generic Name
Selamectin (see-la-mek’-tin)
Brand Name(s)
Revolution (Pfizer Animal Health)
What is this medication used for
Revolution is a topical parasiticide used in
the treatment and prevention of heartworm disease,
fleas, the American dog tick, ear mites and
canine sarcoptic mange. When used in cats it
also treats certain hookworm and roundworm disease.
Availability
Revolution is available by prescription as spot
on applicators.
How this medicine should be used
Revolution is applied to the skin on the back
at the base of the neck once a month, in cats
and dogs. Apply the contents in one spot and
do not massage in. The animal may be bathed
or allowed to swim 2 hours after the medication
is applied. Spot on applicators are portioned
based on the pet’s weight Revolution is
applied to the skin on the back at the base
of the neck once a month, in cats and dogs.
Apply the contents in one spot and do not massage
in. The animal may be bathed or allowed to swim
2 hours after the medication is applied. Spot
on applicators are portioned based on the pet’s
weight: cats up to 5 pounds and 5.1-15 pounds;
for dogs up to 5 pounds, 5.1-10 pounds, 10.1-20
pounds, 20.1-40 pounds, 40.1-85 pounds and 85.1-130
pounds.
What are the side effects
Side effects when using Revolution may include
temporary hair loss, loss of appetite, drooling,
vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, rapid breathing,
increased heart rate, and muscle tremors.
What special precautions are there
Do not use Revolution in animals allergic to
it. Do not use on puppies or kittens under 6
weeks of age. Use with caution in sick, weak
or underweight animals. Revolution appears to
be safe to use in pregnant or lactating dogs
or cats. Do not apply to wet hair. Dogs should
be tested for existing heartworm disease prior
to using Revolution.
In the event of overdose
Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency
room. Symptoms of overdose, while rare, may
include salivation and incoordination.
How should I store this medication
Store this medication at room temperature, in
the original box. Throw away any medication
that is outdated or no longer needed. Keep this
medication out of the reach of children and
pets. |
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Generic
Name
Selamectin (see-la-mek’-tin)
Brand Name(s)
Revolution (Pfizer Animal Health)
What is this medication used for
Revolution is a topical parasiticide used in the treatment
and prevention of heartworm disease, fleas, the American
dog tick, ear mites and canine sarcoptic mange. When
used in cats it also treats certain hookworm and roundworm
disease.
Availability
Revolution is available by prescription as spot on
applicators.
How this medicine should be used
Revolution is applied to the skin on the back at the
base of the neck once a month, in cats and dogs. Apply
the contents in one spot and do not massage in. The
animal may be bathed or allowed to swim 2 hours after
the medication is applied. Spot on applicators are
portioned based on the pet’s weight Revolution
is applied to the skin on the back at the base of
the neck once a month, in cats and dogs. Apply the
contents in one spot and do not massage in. The animal
may be bathed or allowed to swim 2 hours after the
medication is applied. Spot on applicators are portioned
based on the pet’s weight: cats up to 5 pounds
and 5.1-15 pounds; for dogs up to 5 pounds, 5.1-10
pounds, 10.1-20 pounds, 20.1-40 pounds, 40.1-85 pounds
and 85.1-130 pounds.
What are the side effects
Side effects when using Revolution may include temporary
hair loss, loss of appetite, drooling, vomiting, diarrhea,
drowsiness, rapid breathing, increased heart rate,
and muscle tremors.
What special precautions are there
Do not use Revolution in animals allergic to it. Do
not use on puppies or kittens under 6 weeks of age.
Use with caution in sick, weak or underweight animals.
Revolution appears to be safe to use in pregnant or
lactating dogs or cats. Do not apply to wet hair.
Dogs should be tested for existing heartworm disease
prior to using Revolution.
In the event of overdose
Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency
room. Symptoms of overdose, while rare, may include
salivation and incoordination.
How should I store this medication
Store this medication at room temperature, in the
original box. Throw away any medication that is outdated
or no longer needed. Keep this medication out of the
reach of children and pets. |
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