BRAVECTO Plus

BRAVECTO Plus is a solution recommended by veterinarians to manage fleas and ticks in pets effectively. This advanced treatment protects against parasitic infestations, ensuring your pet stays healthy and happy. It's crucial to protect pets from fleas and ticks as these pests can cause discomfort and irritation and transmit diseases. BRAVECTO Plus goes beyond treatments by offering comprehensive protection, including against heartworm and intestinal worms to keep pets healthy, on various fronts.

Active Ingredients and Their Functions: The main components found in BRAVECTO Plus, which are fluralaner and moxidectin, work together to eradicate both external and internal parasites, offering prolonged protection against them.

• Fluralaner acts on the system of fleas and ticks, making them unable to move and ultimately causing their demise.
• On the other hand, moxidectin disrupts the nervous systems of heartworms and intestinal parasites, effectively eliminating them.

Inactive Ingredients: Elements: Along with the active ingredients, the formula contains a mixture of nonactive components that help maintain the stability of the product and improve its taste for easier administration.

The way BRAVECTO Plus works against fleas and ticks is by interfering with the functions of parasites' nervous systems, providing quick and efficient relief from infestations. In terms of how it remains effective and the range of pests it targets a single application of BRAVECTO Plus can keep working effectively for 12 weeks protecting against a variety of parasites. This makes it an excellent option for pet owners looking for protection.

• Heartworm Disease Prevention: BraveCTO Plus prevents heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis.
• Intestinal Parasite Treatment: It treats infections with intestinal roundworm (Toxocara cati) and hookworm (Ancylostoma tubaeforme).
• Flea and Tick Control: BraveCTO Plus kills adult fleas and is effective against ticks such as Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick), Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick), and Haemaphysalis longicornis (Asian longhorned tick) for 2 months in cats and kittens weighing 2.6 lbs or greater¹.

Dosage Recommendations: The amount of BRAVECTO Plus is carefully calculated according to your pet's weight to ensure it works effectively and safely.

Best Practices for Giving the Treatment: To make BRAVECTO Plus absorbed well and work effectively, it should be applied directly on the skin at the base of your pet's skull where they can't easily lick it off.

When and How Often to Administer: You only need to give BRAVECTO. Once every 12 weeks, making it easy to care for your pet while keeping them protected from parasites continuously.

Summary of Potential Side Effects: Although BRAVECTO Plus is generally considered safe, a few pets might encounter effects, though not commonly.

• Usual Effects and Ways to Handle Them: These could consist of stomach discomfort or minor skin responses, which usually go away on their own.
• Uncommon yet Critical Side Effects: when to Reach Out to a Vet in cases where more serious reactions may arise. Pet parents should watch their furry friends and seek advice from a veterinarian if they notice any worrying signs.

Before giving BRAVECTO Plus to your pet, it's an idea to have a vet check their health first, especially if they have had seizures or other medical issues. Ensure to inform your vet about any medications or supplements your pet is taking to prevent any possible interactions. Also, remember to create an environment and provide a balanced diet for your pet to make sure BRAVECTO Plus works effectively and keeps your pet healthy overall.

As pets age, it's important to be mindful of their needs when giving them BRAVECTO Plus. Veterinary guidance is crucial for pets. When it comes to nursing or breeding pets, consulting a vet is key to ensuring their safety while using BRAVECTO Plus. Guidelines exist for administering BRAVECTO Plus to animals to safeguard their health. Additionally, some breeds may have sensitivity levels and require personalized care and treatment to prevent adverse reactions.

Known Contraindications and Risk Factors: BRAVECTO Plus, while extensively beneficial for most pets, comes with specific contraindications. It should not be administered to pets with known hypersensitivity to fluralaner or moxidectin, the primary active ingredients, due to the risk of severe adverse reactions.

Conditions Under Which BRAVECTO Plus Should Not Be Used: This medication is contraindicated in puppies less than 8 weeks old and in dogs weighing less than 2 kg. Moreover, it's prudent to exercise caution and seek veterinary guidance before using BRAVECTO Plus in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs to avoid potential risks to developing fetuses or neonates.

Symptoms of Overdosing: If an accidental overdose occurs, you may notice signs like vomiting, increased drooling, shaking, or, in some situations, neurological issues such as lack of coordination and seizures.

Immediate Actions and Treatment Procedures: Should an overdose be suspected, it's crucial to get in touch with a vet away. While there isn't an antidote available, providing supportive care and treating symptoms can help lessen any negative effects.

Managing Overdose Cases in the Long Term: It may be necessary to keep an eye on the situation and consider additional treatments to address any lasting effects of the overdose. This approach aims to ensure that your pet fully recovers and regains its health.

Make sure to store BRAVECTO properly by keeping it in its original packaging at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. It's important to store the medication in a place to avoid accidental ingestion or misuse. After handling the medication, remember to wash your hands and avoid touching the application site until it is completely dry. When you need to dispose of any unused or expired BRAVECTO Plus, make sure to follow regulations for environmental safety and protection.

After giving your BRAVECTO Plus, make sure to keep an eye on them for any unusual reactions. If you notice anything out of the ordinary, it's important to let your vet know promptly so they can address any issues early on. It's crucial to adjust the dosage of BRAVECTO Plus based on your pet's needs, taking into account factors like their weight and overall health. This will help maximize the benefits while minimizing any risks. Regular check. Conversations with your vet regarding how your pet is responding to BRAVECTO Plus are essential. This feedback can help in making changes, to treatment plans and ensuring that parasite control and overall health are optimized.