Centragard Small Cats (1.8-5.5 lb) Green Box

Broad Parasite Protection for Small Cats

Product Description

Centragard Small Cats is a monthly topical solution designed to protect cats weighing 1.8 to 5.5 lb from heartworm disease and common intestinal parasites. It combines eprinomectin and praziquantel to help prevent heartworm infection while treating roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms. The easy-to-apply transdermal formula offers broad internal parasite control in a single dose for cats and kittens.

Benefits

• Heartworm Prevention: Helps prevent heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis when applied monthly as directed.
• Broad Deworming: Treats and controls roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms in cats after a single topical application.
• Topical Convenience: Transdermal application avoids oral dosing stress and makes monthly parasite control easier for cats.
• Dual Active Formula: Combines eprinomectin and praziquantel to target multiple internal parasites with one monthly treatment.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients

Eprinomectin, Praziquantel

Inactive Ingredients

Dimethyl isosorbide, glycerol formal, butylated hydroxytoluene

How to Use

Recommended Dosage Chart

Dosage & Administration Instructions

• Monthly Labeling: Centragard is approved for monthly topical application as part of a heartworm prevention program.
• Weight-Based Use: The 0.3 mL applicator is labeled for cats weighing between 1.8 and 5.5 lb.
• Topical Application: The product is labeled for topical use only and is not intended for oral administration.
• Veterinary Oversight: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Oral Exposure Risk: Accidental oral exposure may cause salivation or vomiting if cats lick the application site.
• Age Limitation: Safety has not been established for kittens younger than seven weeks or under 1.8 lb.
• Breeding Safety: Safety has not been evaluated in breeding, pregnant, or lactating cats.
• Human Handling: Avoid contact with the application site for five hours following treatment.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Signs: Vomiting, reduced appetite, or lethargy have been reported in field safety studies.
• Skin Reactions: Temporary itching, hair loss, or clumping at the application site may occur.
• Excess Salivation: Hypersalivation may occur if cats lick the application site after treatment.
• Neurological Signs: Rare transient signs such as disorientation or ataxia were observed in safety studies.

Storage Information

• Temperature Limits: Store at or below 30°C with short excursions permitted up to 40°C.
• Light Protection: The product should be protected from light during storage.

Shipping & Return

We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.

For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What does Centragard Small Cats protect against?

Ans: Centragard Small Cats is labeled to help prevent heartworm disease and treat roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms in cats and kittens weighing 1.8 to 5.5 lb when used monthly as directed by a licensed veterinarian, based on manufacturer-approved labeling.

Q2: Is Centragard safe for kittens?

Ans: Centragard is approved for use in cats and kittens that are at least seven weeks of age and weigh 1.8 lb or more. Safety has not been established for kittens younger than this or below the labeled weight range, according to manufacturer data.

Q3: How often is Centragard Small Cats used?

Ans: According to manufacturer labeling, Centragard is intended for monthly topical use as part of a heartworm prevention program. Consistent monthly application is described to support ongoing protection against heartworm disease and labeled intestinal parasites under veterinary supervision.

Q4: Can Centragard be used year-round?

Ans: Manufacturer guidance states that Centragard may be used year-round or seasonally based on mosquito exposure. Use typically begins one month before exposure and continues monthly until at least one month after exposure ends, as determined by a veterinarian.

Q5: Is Centragard a prescription medication?

Ans: Yes, Centragard is a prescription veterinary medication. Federal law restricts its use to order by or on the supervision of a licensed veterinarian, ensuring appropriate oversight for heartworm prevention and parasite treatment based on approved FDA labeling.