What is Bravecto used for? Used to control flea and tick infestations in dogs.
For:Â Dogs at least 6 months of age and weighing 4.4 lbs. or more.
Benefits:Â Controls fleas and ticks for up to 12 weeks. Tasty pork-flavored chew makes administration easy. Mess-free flea and tick control.
How it works:Â Bravecto Chews contain fluralaner, which inhibits the central nervous system of arthropods, causing them to die. In controlled studies, Bravecto began to kill fleas two hours after initial administration, with 100% effectiveness against adult fleas at 48 hours. Effectiveness against ticks was >93% within 48 hours after initial administration.
How to give this medication:Â Given orally every 12 weeks. It may be recommended every 8 weeks in case of potential exposure to Amblyomma americanum ticks. Should be given with food. Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions, ask the veterinarian or pharmacist to explain them to you.
If you miss a dose:Â If you miss a dose, give it as soon as you remember and resume regular dosing schedule. Do not double dose.
Important Safety Information:Â Bravecto (fluralaner) Chews for Dogs: The most commonly reported adverse reactions include vomiting, lethargy, diarrhea, anorexia and pruritus. In some cases, adverse events have been reported following use in breeding females. Bravecto Chews has not been shown to be effective for 12-weeks’ duration in puppies less than 6 months of age. Bravecto Chews is not effective against lone star ticks beyond 8 weeks of dosing. Fluralaner is a member of the isoxazoline class. This class has been associated with neurologic adverse reactions including tremors, ataxia, and seizures. Seizures have been reported in dogs receiving isoxazoline class drugs, even in dogs without a history of seizures. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders.
