Advantage Multi for Dogs

Description

Advantage Multi® for Dogs is a monthly prescription topical containing imidacloprid and moxidectin. It prevents heartworm disease, kills adult fleas, treats flea infestations, and treats and controls several intestinal and external parasites.

Advantage Multi also treats circulating heartworm microfilariae and controls hookworms, roundworms, whipworms, and sarcoptic mange. Weight-specific applicators provide convenient once-monthly dosing for dogs and puppies 7 weeks of age and older weighing at least 3 pounds.

Uses & Benefits

• Prevents heartworm disease
• Kills adult fleas
• Treats flea infestations
• Treats circulating heartworm microfilariae
• Treats and controls hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms
• Treats and controls sarcoptic mange
• Easy once-monthly topical application
• Available in weight-specific doses

How It Works

Advantage Multi combines two antiparasitic ingredients:
Imidacloprid kills adult fleas through contact.
Moxidectin prevents heartworm disease and treats susceptible intestinal parasites, heartworm microfilariae, and sarcoptic mange.
Together, they provide broad-spectrum parasite protection in one monthly topical dose.

Indications

Advantage Multi® for Dogs is indicated for:

• Prevention of heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis
• Treatment of circulating heartworm microfilariae
• Treatment of flea infestations
• Treatment and control of sarcoptic mange
• Treatment and control of hookworms
• Treatment and control of roundworms
• Treatment and control of whipworms

For dogs and puppies 7 weeks of age and older weighing at least 3 lbs.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients:

Imidacloprid – 10%
Moxidectin – 2.5%

Inactive Ingredients:

Contains proprietary inactive ingredients that support topical application and distribution.

Refer to the manufacturer’s package insert for complete formulation information.

Directions

Use only as directed by your veterinarian.

• Remove one applicator tube from the package.
• Hold the tube upright and remove the cap.
• Part the hair until the skin is visible.
• Apply the entire contents directly to the skin.

Dogs 3–20 lbs - Apply to one spot between the shoulder blades.

Dogs Over 20 lbs - Apply evenly to three or four spots along the back, from between the shoulder blades to the base of the tail.

Apply once every 30 days. Do not apply to irritated or broken skin, and prevent ingestion or licking of the application site.

Use one complete applicator intended for your dog’s current weight. Do not divide tubes between animals.

Cautions

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
For topical use on dogs only.
Do not use on cats.
Do not use on puppies under 7 weeks old or dogs weighing less than 3 lbs.
Do not administer orally.
Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid contact with eyes and mouth.

Possible Side Effects

Reported reactions may include:

• Application-site itching, redness, or irritation
• Greasy, stiff, or discolored hair
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Decreased appetite
• Lethargy
• Excessive salivation if licked
• Temporary behavioral changes

Contact your veterinarian if reactions are severe, persistent, or unusual.

Precautions

Dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infection before starting prevention.
Use cautiously in sick, debilitated, or underweight dogs.
Prevent treated animals from licking themselves or one another until the application site is dry.
Consult your veterinarian before use in breeding, pregnant, or nursing dogs.
Inform your veterinarian about all medications and parasite preventives your dog receives.
Apply monthly for continuous protection.

Storage

Store below 77°F. Temporary temperature excursions between 32°F and 86°F are permitted. Keep tubes in the original package until use. Protect from excessive heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children and animals.