Indications

Species

Formulation

Dosing Frequency

Given orally once a month.

Age of Use

Safe for use in puppies greater than 2kg and from 8 weeks of age

Water Fast?

As NexGard is an oral treatment, there are no restrictions on swimming, bathing and shampooing before or after administration.

Sizes Available

2 - 4kg
4.1 - 10kg
10.1 - 25kg
25.1 - 50kg

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What is NexGard?

NexGard is indicated for the monthly treatment and prevention of fleas (Ctenocephalides sp.) and for the control of paralysis tick (Ixodes holocyclus), Brown Dog Tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus) and Bush ticks (Haemaphysalis longicornis) in dogs.

What is the active ingredient in NexGard and how does it work?

NexGard contains afoxolaner. Afoxolaner is a parasite neurotoxin and works by interfering with the transmission of impulses along the parasites' nervous system. This causes paralysis of the parasite and its ultimate death. 

How often is NexGard used?

To be effective against fleas and ticks, NexGard is given orally once a month to dogs.

From what age can NexGard be used?

NexGard is safe to use in puppies from 8 weeks of age and that are over 2kgs in bodyweight. 

How quickly does NexGard work?

NexGard kills fleas within 8 hours of administration. NexGard demonstrated that within 48 hours of dosing 95% of Paralysis and Brown Dog ticks were killed. 95% of Bush ticks were killed by 72 hours. 

Is NexGard water fast?

Because NexGard is an oral medication it is not affected by swimming, bathing or shampooing before or after administration.

Does NexGard need to be given with food?

NexGard is a soft, highly palatable chewable that is readily consumed by dogs. It should be given in a manner that encourages the dog to chew rather than swallow the Nexgard whole. NexGard may be broken into pieces and fed to dogs that wold normally swallow treats whole. Alternatively, NexGard may be added intact to a small amount of dog food.

Can I use NexGard  all year-round?

Fleas and in some areas ticks, are a year-round problem and so NexGard should be administered every 4 weeks throughout the year.  

Can NexGard be used on pregnant or lactating animals? 

The safe use of NexGard chewables in breeding males and females has not been evaluated.

Can NexGard be used in cats?  

No. NexGard is only registered for use in dogs. It should not be given to cats.

Can NexGard be used with other parasite treatments?  

It is encouraged to use NexGard with other parasite treatments such as gastrointestinal wormers and heartworm preventatives.

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