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Monthly Heartworm & Deworming Protection for Dogs and Cats
Product Description
MILBEGUARD® Flavored Tablets for dogs weighing 26 to 50 lbs and cats weighing 6.1 to 12 lbs provide once-a-month protection against heartworm disease while treating common intestinal worms in dogs and cats. Formulated with milbemycin oxime, these veterinarian-prescribed tablets help prevent heartworm disease and remove or control hookworms and roundworms in both species, plus whipworms in dogs. Available in weight-based strengths, they are designed for safe monthly oral use in eligible pets.
Please note product may arrive in a Hardy Paw Pharmacy vial, manufacturer packaging is shown for reference.
Benefits
- Heartworm Prevention: Protects against heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis when given monthly as directed.
- Broad Worm Coverage: Removes adult hookworms and roundworms in both dogs and cats, and also treats whipworms in dogs.
- Monthly Oral Dosing: Given by mouth once a month at the recommended minimum dose based on your pet’s weight.
- Multiple Strength Options: Available in different tablet strengths designed to match specific weight ranges.
- Prescription Only: Federal law limits use to licensed veterinarians or by prescription.
Variants
- Yellow Pack 2.3 mg tablets for dogs weighing 2 to 10 lbs.
- Blue Pack 5.75 mg tablets for dogs weighing 11 to 25 lbs and cats weighing 1.5 to 6 lbs.
- Purple Pack 11.5 mg tablets for dogs weighing 26 to 50 lbs and cats weighing 6.1 to 12 lbs.
- Red Pack 23.0 mg tablets for dogs weighing 51 to 100 lbs and cats weighing 12.1 to 25 lbs.
Ingredients
Active Ingredient
Milbemycin oxime
How to Use
Recommended-Dosage Chart
For Dogs
|
Body Weight |
Tablet Strength |
|
2–10 lbs |
One tablet 2.3 mg |
|
11–25 lbs |
One tablet 5.75 mg |
|
26–50 lbs |
One tablet 11.5 mg |
|
51–100 lbs |
One tablet 23.0 mg |
|
Over 100 lbs |
Appropriate combination of tablets |
For Cats
|
Body Weight |
Tablet Strength |
|
1.5–6 lbs |
One tablet 5.75 mg |
|
6.1–12 lbs |
One tablet 11.5 mg |
|
12.1–25 lbs |
One tablet 23.0 mg |
|
Over 25 lbs |
Appropriate combination of tablets |
Dosage & Administration Instructions
- Monthly Dosing: Administer orally once a month at the recommended minimum weight-based dosage rate.
- Consistent Schedule: Give on the same date each month for continuous heartworm prevention coverage.
- Mosquito Exposure Timing: Start within one month of first mosquito exposure and continue through mosquito season.
- Missed Dose Protocol: If more than 30 days lapse, administer immediately and resume the monthly schedule.
- Full Dose Consumption: Ensure the entire tablet is consumed and redose once if incomplete ingestion occurs.
- Prescription Required: Federal law restricts use to licensed veterinarians or administration under their order.
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
- Minimum Age Limits: Do not use in puppies under four weeks or kittens under six weeks.
- Minimum Weight Limits: Do not use in dogs under two pounds or cats under 1.5 pounds.
- Heartworm Testing: Test pets for existing heartworm infections before starting treatment.
- Infected Dogs: Treat adult heartworms and microfilariae before initiating therapy in infected dogs.
- Breeding Cats Safety: Safety not established in breeding, pregnant, or lactating queens or breeding toms.
Possible Side Effects
- Lethargy Symptoms: Depression or lethargy has been reported following tablet administration.
- Digestive Upset: Vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, and hypersalivation have been reported in treated dogs.
- Neurologic Signs: Ataxia, weakness, and convulsions have been reported after administration.
- Hypersensitivity Reactions: Mild transient reactions may occur in dogs with high microfilariae counts.
Storage Information
- Room Temperature Storage: Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit or 20 and 25 degrees Celsius.
- Secure Location: Keep in a secure place out of reach of children and animals.
- Prevent Accidental Ingestion: Store safely to avoid accidental overdose in pets or other animals.
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 is MILBEGUARD® Purple Pack 11.5 mg used for in dogs and cats?
Ans: MILBEGUARD® Purple Pack 11.5 mg tablets help prevent heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis. In dogs, they also treat and control adult hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms. In cats, monthly use removes adult hookworms and roundworms when given as directed.
Q2: How often should I give the 11.5 mg Purple Pack tablet?
Ans: Give one 11.5 mg tablet by mouth every month, based on your dog’s weight. Choose a specific day each month and stick to it. Giving the dose on the same date helps make sure your dog stays protected from heartworms without any gaps.
Q3: What weight range is the Purple Pack 11.5 mg tablet intended for?
Ans: The Purple Pack 11.5 mg tablet is made for dogs that weigh between 26 and 50 pounds and cats that weigh between 6.1 and 12 pounds. If your pet weighs more than this, you may need a different strength or a combination of tablets to give the right dose.
Q4: What should I do if my pet does not consume the full tablet?
Ans: After dosing, monitor your pet closely to ensure the entire tablet is consumed. If the dose is not fully ingested, redose once with the full recommended amount as soon as possible.
Q5: Is a prescription required for the Purple Pack 11.5 mg tablets?
Ans: Yes, MILBEGUARD® is restricted by federal law to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. A valid veterinary prescription is required before purchase or administration.