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The product is administered as a single, monthly flavored chew formulation for treatment and prevention of fleas and treatment and control of ticks. BRAVECTO 1-MONTH is expected to be available in the coming months.
BRAVECTO 1-MONTH is an important addition to the company's parasiticide portfolio, which are extended duration flea and tick protection products that offer broad-spectrum, comprehensive parasite protection for dogs. This new product is suitable for dogs in the early stages of life to begin a regimen of monthly flea and tick protection. Pet owners now can begin their dog's early life experience on this monthly product and have the option to easily transition to the extended duration BRAVECTO products as the dog reaches 6 months of age, helping to ensure consistent treatment and compliance.
'The approval of this additional BRAVECTO product builds on the strong foundation and body of scientific evidence that we have established over the years with our broad-spectrum, comprehensive line of parasite protection products,' said KJ Varma, BVSc, PhD, senior vice president, Research and Development,
BRAVECTO 1-MONTH kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) and the treatment and control of tick infestations [Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick), Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick) and Rhipicephalus sanguineus (brown dog tick)] for one month in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older and weighing 4.4 pounds or greater. BRAVECTO 1-MONTH is also indicated for the treatment and control of Amblyomma americanum (lone star tick) infestations for one month in dogs and puppies 6 months of age and older and weighing 4.4 pounds or greater.
'Parasites pose serious animal and human health risks as fleas and ticks can transmit disease,' said
BRAVECTO 1-MONTH contains fluralaner, an ectoparasiticide belonging to the isoxazoline class, which has systemic activity against ticks and fleas. The product is available in five strengths (45, 100, 200, 400 and 560 mg) per chew.
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About BRAVECTO (fluralaner)
Since its introduction in 2014, BRAVECTO has provided longer-lasting flea and tick protection with more than 125 million doses distributed in 85 countries.
BRAVECTO is available in a variety of extended-duration formulations, including products for both dogs and cats 6 months of age or older, as one treatment with BRAVECTO lasts up to 12 weeks, protects almost three times longer than monthly treatments and is proven to kill fleas on dogs and cats and to eliminate them from the home.i
BRAVECTO Chews and BRAVECTO Topical Solution for Dogs are safe for pregnant, breeding and lactating dogs. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. BRAVECTO Chews for Dogs: Side effects may include vomiting, decreased appetite, diarrhea, lethargy, excessive thirst and flatulence. BRAVECTO Topical Solution for Dogs: Side effects may include vomiting, hair loss, diarrhea, lethargy, decreased appetite, and moist dermatitis/rash. BRAVECTO Topical Solution for Cats: Side effects may include vomiting, itching, diarrhea, hair loss, decreased appetite, lethargy, and scabs/ulcerated lesions. Use with caution in cats with a history of neurologic disorders. BRAVECTO PLUS for Cats is for cats 6 months of age or older. Side effects may include vomiting, hair loss, itching, diarrhea, lethargy, dry skin, elevated ALT, and hypersalivation. Use with caution in cats with a history of neurologic disorders. Use with caution in cats that are heartworm positive.
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