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NexGard® PLUS
(afoxolaner, moxidectin, pyrantel chewable tablets)
Combination parasite protection for dogs in a single monthly soft chew.
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The power to protect your pet
All dogs are at risk of encountering common parasites including fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal worms. Year-round broad-spectrum parasite control can help guard against uncomfortable symptoms and dangerous diseases that can affect your pet.
A combination product such as NexGard® PLUS offers internal and external parasite control in one convenient soft chew to make monthly dosing easier (and more enjoyable) for dogs and pet parents alike. Talk to your vet about “one-and-done” monthly protection to see if it’s a good fit for your canine companion!
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One-and-done monthly protection
Tasty beef flavor and soft texture makes dosing easier
Delivers flea and tick protection for a full month
Also targets heartworm disease, hookworms, and roundworms
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Frequently Asked Questions¹
What are the active ingredients in NexGard PLUS?
NexGard Plus contains three active ingredients — afoxolaner, moxidectin and pyrantel — to protect against common internal and external parasites.
Does NexGard PLUS come in different strengths?
NexGard Plus is available in four strengths indicated by color-coded packages. Green: Small dogs (8.1-17 lbs); Yellow: Medium dogs (17.1-33 lbs); Purple: Large dogs (33.1-66 lbs); Red: Extra large dogs (66.1-132 lbs).
What types of parasites does NexGard PLUS protect against?
One monthly chew kills adult fleas before they can lay eggs while simultaneously killing ticks, preventing heartworm disease, and treating and controlling three species of hookworms and two species of roundworms.
Can puppies use NexGard PLUS?
Puppies can use NexGard Plus so long as they are 8 weeks of age or older and weigh at least 4 pounds.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:
NexGard® PLUS (afoxolaner, moxidectin, and pyrantel chewable tablets) is safe for puppies at 8 weeks, weighing 4 pounds or more. The most frequently reported adverse reactions include diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy, and itching. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. Dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infection prior to starting a preventive.
Sources:
1 For full product information, including risks and/or side effects, visit https://nexgardforpets.com/sites/default/files/2023 07/NexGard_PLUS_PI_2023.pdf
2 NexGard PLUS product website. https://nexgardforpets.com/nexgard-plus Accessed online November 27, 2023
NexGard is a registered trademark of Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health France, used under license. HEARTGARD is a registered trademark of Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners
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