Simparica Flea & Tick Chewables for Dogs 2.8-5.5 lbs (Yellow)

• Treatment with Simparica chewables may begin at any time of the year.
• Simparica Chewables should be administered orally as a single dose, once every month.
• The chew can be given by hand, in the food, or like other oral tablets. When giving it with food, watch your dog for some time to ensure the complete dose is consumed. If you suspect that a part of the dose is missed, give another dose.
• If you miss a dose, give one dose immediately and continue with the monthly dosing schedule.
• For your dog's year-round protection, give Simparica the entire year without interruption.

The table below displays the available Simparica Chewable dosage packs based on your dog’s weight.

Simparica Chewable Dosing Table:

For Dogs:

Do not administer to dogs under 6 months of age or less than 2.8 lbs of body weight. You should use it with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. The safety of these chews has not been evaluated in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs.

For Humans:

Simparica Chewable is not for use in humans or any other animal species. Keep them away from children, pets and uninformed people. In case of accidental ingestion, consult a physician immediately.

Are there Any Specific Storage Instructions for Simparica Chews?

You should store Simparica Chewables at or below 30°C (86°F) with excursions permitted up to 40°C (104°F).

What are the Key Benefits of Simparica Chewables for Dogs?

• Month-long protection: A single chew provides continuous protection for 30 days.
• Hassle-free administration: Comes in a palatable chew that dogs accept without fuss.
• Wide tick-coverage: Safeguards against 6 different species of ticks.
• Lyme disease prevention: Indicated to prevent Lyme disease infections by killing black-legged vector ticks.
• Rapid action: Begins killing fleas within 3 hours and ticks in 8 hours.

How soon can I start treating my dog with Simparica?

Simparica Chewables are safe for dogs from 6 months of age, weighing at least 2.8 lbs. You may begin treating your dog with Simparica at any time of the year.

How is Simparica Chewable different from other flea and tick products?

Simparica Chewable for dogs is a flea and tick treatment that kills fleas and six different types of ticks, including American dog ticks, Lone star ticks, Gulf Coast ticks, Black-legged ticks, Brown dog ticks and Asian longhorned ticks.

How does Simparica Chew work?

Simparica Chewable contains sarolaner as its active ingredient. After ingestion, the formula is absorbed into the dog's bloodstream and skin tissues. Once fleas and ticks bite the treated dog, they ingest sarolaner, which disrupts the nervous system of these parasites and kills them.

How effective is Simparica Chewable?

According to a laboratory study referenced in the product label, Simparica begins killing fleas 3 hours after initial administration. It reduces the number of active fleas by more than 95% within 8 hours after flea infestation and provides complete flea efficacy 24 hours after treatment. The lab studies also indicated that it provides more than 95% effectiveness against ticks 48 hours post-infestation.

How frequently should I give my dog Simparica?

Simparica Chewable for dogs is a monthly flea and tick treatment and should be given once every month.

How quickly does Simparica kill parasites?

Simparica Chewable for dogs is a quick-action formula. According to the studies referenced by the manufacturer, it starts killing fleas within 3 hours and ticks in 8 hours.

Which ticks does Simparica Chewable kill?

Simparica Chewable kills six different types of ticks, including American dog ticks, Gulf Coast ticks, Lone Star ticks, Black-legged ticks, Brown dog ticks and Asian longhorned ticks.

How is Simparica Chewable different from Simparica Trio?

Simparica only contains sarolaner as its active ingredient. As a result, it is effective against fleas and six types of ticks (including the ticks that may transmit Lyme disease infections). Simparica Trio contains moxidectin and pyrantel in addition to sarolaner. It protects dogs against heartworm disease, intestinal worms, fleas, and six tick species (including the ticks that may transmit Lyme disease infections).

How does Simparica Chewable protect from Lyme disease?

Simparica Chewable for dogs kills black-legged ticks (deer ticks) and thus blocks the infections that may cause Lyme disease in dogs.

What happens if I miss a dose of Simparica?

If you miss giving a dose, give one Simparica chewable right away and continue with a monthly dosing schedule.