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can you overdose on nexgard

by Dr. Keagan Kovacek Sr. Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago

What happens if you give dog too much NexGard?

The good news is that Nexgard is a very safe drug. No adverse reactions were observed in healthy Beagle puppies over 8 weeks of age when treated with 5 times the maximum dose repeated 6 times at intervals of 2-4 weeks. She should be fine!

Can you overdose dogs on flea treatment?

Common signs of toxicity from flea products containing organophosphates are diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, small pupils, muscle tremor, weakness or falling over, and drooling. Organophosphate toxicity can be rapidly fatal, depending on the ingredients and dose the pet is exposed to.

Can you give your dog too much NexGard Spectra?

Call your vet, if you haven't already! These tablets contain pesticides that could be toxic if ingested in high doses. This isn't a question for the internet but a professional who can examine your dog.

Can NexGard be given more than once a month?

No. NexGard should be used in dogs only. Can I administer NexGard more than once a month? Don't re-administer NexGard before the month is through.

Can I give my dog two doses of flea medicine?

Never use multiple flea medications on your pet, unless directed to do so by your veterinarian. Fleas can be a very frustrating problem, and some medications may not produce immediate effects.

Can you double up on flea treatment?

Never double up on products. There's no need to pair a powder with a spot-on treatment. 3. Wear gloves, or wash your hands with soap and water after you apply the drug.

What happens if my dog eats 2 flea pills?

So if a dog has a mild overdose of flea medication, symptoms, you may notice include twitching, excessive salivation, paw flicking, vomiting and diarrhea, and depression. If the overdose is of a greater magnitude, the symptoms can be much more worrying.

What if I accidentally gave my dog two heartworm pills?

If it was Heartgard, there is no cause for concern. It is an extremely safe product and very difficult to overdose. If it was a different preparation of ivermectin, a double dose may not be cause for concern unless your dog is sensitive to it or carries the MDR1 gene.

How long does NexGard stay in a dogs system?

On the whole, NexGard is a safe product and as it lasts just one month in a pet's system if your pet suffers any adverse effects they should be short-lived. This is in comparison to Bravecto which lasts 12 weeks in your pet's system. NexGard is also the only product licensed to prevent Lyme disease in dogs.

How many times should dogs take NexGard?

NexGard is a tasty beef-flavoured chew that provides flea, tick and mite protection for dogs. NexGard protects dogs against brown dog ticks, bush ticks and the potentially deadly paralysis tick. NexGard should be given monthly all year round in areas where paralysis ticks are found.

How quickly does NexGard start working?

NexGard is given as a tablet of the appropriate strength for the dog's bodyweight. NexGard kills fleas within 8 hours and ticks within 48 hours. After being given, its actions last for at least 5 weeks against fleas and up to one month against ticks.

How often can you give NexGard?

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

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