Interceptor Plus Chew (Interceptor Spectrum) For Dogs 2-8lbs (Orange)

• Weigh your dog and select the dosage pack that closely matches its weight.
• Administer it orally once every month, preferably on the same date each month.
• Encourage the dog to chew the tablet rather than swallow it without chewing.
• If the dog does not take the chew whole, hide it in your dog's food.
• Monitor your dog closely and make sure the entire dose is consumed. If the complete dose is not taken, give a full recommended dose immediately.
• If you miss a dose, give one dose immediately and continue the regular dosing schedule.
• To prevent heartworm disease, administer the first dose within one month of the dog's first exposure to mosquitoes, followed by a monthly dosing until at least 6 months after the last seasonal exposure.
• To control intestinal worms, administer Interceptor Plus monthly. The minimum recommended treatment for puppies is at 2, 4, 8 and 12 weeks of age. Treat pregnant dogs at mating and then once every month. Ensure you treat before whelping, too.
• When switching from another heartworm preventive product to Interceptor Plus, administer the first dose within 30 days of the last dose of the former product.

The table below shows the available packs of Interceptor Plus for Dogs based on your dog’s weight.

Interceptor Spectrum Dosing Table:

For Dogs:

It is not indicated for use in puppies younger than two weeks of age. Before starting this treatment, test your dog for existing heartworm infections. This treatment is safe for use in pregnant female dogs and breeding males and females.

For Humans:

Keep it away from the reach of children and uninformed people. Wash your hands after handling the product.

Are there Any Specific Storage Instructions for Interceptor Plus for Dogs?

Store the chews away from direct sunlight, below 25°C (Air conditioning).

• 5-in-1 protection: Protects from heartworm disease, roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and tapeworms.
• Comprehensive worm coverage: Effective against all four common gastrointestinal worms that affect dogs.
• Delicious chew form: Comes as a real chicken-flavored chew that dogs readily accept without fuss.
• Convenient dosing: Can be broken or crushed into pieces, allowing easy dosing.
• Safe for young dogs: Suitable for puppies as young as two weeks of age, regardless of their weight.

What parasites does Interceptor Plus protect my dog from?

Interceptor Plus protects dogs from heartworm disease, roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and tapeworms.

How does Interceptor Plus work?

Interceptor Plus chewable for dogs contains active ingredients milbemycin oxime and praziquantel. The formula works by being absorbed into the dog's bloodstream after administration. Milbemycin oxime eliminates the tissue stage of heartworm larvae acquired from mosquitoes within the previous 30 days, thus preventing heartworm disease. It also treats and controls intestinal worms, including roundworms, hookworms and whipworms. Praziquantel effectively eliminates tapeworms.

How is Interceptor Plus different from Interceptor?

Interceptor contains milbemycin oxime as its active ingredient. It protects dogs from heartworm disease, roundworms, hookworms and whipworms. On the other hand, Interceptor Plus contains milbemycin oxime and praziquantel and protects dogs from heartworm disease, roundworms, hookworms, whipworms and tapeworms.

How soon can I start treating my dog with Interceptor Plus?

Interceptor Plus is suitable for puppies from two weeks of age, regardless of their body weight.

My dog does not take the chew directly. What should I do?

If your dog does not take the chew as a whole, you may crush it and administer it to your dog. You should make sure the dog ingests the complete dose. If you suspect that part of the dose is missed, give a full dose.

How often should I treat my dog with Interceptor Plus?

Interceptor Plus should be administered once every month. To control intestinal worms in puppies, treat at 2, 4, 8 and 12 weeks of age. In pregnant dogs, treat at mating and then once every month. Also, treat before whelping.

What if I miss a dose of Interceptor Plus?

If you miss a dose, administer one dose immediately and continue with the monthly dosing schedule.

How do I switch from another heartworm preventive to Interceptor Plus?

When you are replacing your dog's heartworm preventives containing DEC (Diethylcarbamazine citrate) with Interceptor Plus, administer the first dose of Interceptor Plus within 30 days of the changeover and continue with the monthly schedule.