Interceptor Flavor Tabs are a palatable once-a-month tablet that prevents heartworm disease, controls adult hookworms, and removes and controls adult roundworms and whipworm infections. Interceptor for cats is the only oral monthly preventative that protects against heartworms and removes adult roundworms and adult hookworms.
Interceptor requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
For:
Dogs (4 weeks of age and weighing over 2 lbs)
Cats (6 weeks of age and weighing over 1.5 lbs)
Benefits:
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Given once a month
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Easy to administer
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Broad spectrum activity
How it works:
Interceptor Flavor Tabs eliminate the tissue stage of heartworm larvae and the adult stage of hookworm, roundworm, and whipworm infestations. The anthelmintic activity (destroying parasitic worms) of the active ingredient milbemycin oxime is believed to be a result of interfering with the invertebrates neurotransmission.
Cautions:
Side effects of Interceptor are rare, but some animals may show signs of depression, drowsiness, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, hypersalivation, seizures, and weakness. If these or other symptoms develop contact your veterinarian. Since humans can contract hookworm and roundworm from animals, you should maintain good personal hygiene. To prevent reinfection, cleaning up stool daily is recommended. Don't give your pet Interceptor if you are already administering another heartworm preventative.
Generic Name Milbemycin Oxime (mil’-beh-my’-sin ox’-eem)
What is the most important information I should know about Interceptor: Interceptor is a prescription medication FDA approved for use in dogs and cats. Interceptor is available as artificial beef (derived from pork and soy protein) flavored chewable tablets. The usual dose of interceptor for dogs 2 to 10 pounds is 2.3mg (brown box), 11 to 25 pounds is 5.75mg (green box), 26 to 50 pounds is 11.5mg (yellow box) and 51 to 100 pounds is 23mg (white box) given once a month year round. The usual dose of Interceptor for cats 1.5 to 6 pounds is 5.75mg (green box), 6.1 to 12 pounds is 11.5mg (yellow box) and 12.1 to 25 lbs is 23mg (white box) given once a month year round.
What is Interceptor: Interceptor is given once a month for the prevention of heartworm disease in dogs and cats. Interceptor also protects against hookworm, roundworm and whipworm. It is recommended by the American Heartworm Society that heartworm prevention be used year round. Interceptor is used "off label" in the treatment of sarcoptic mange in dogs.
What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Interceptor to my pet: Tell your veterinarian if your pet has ever had an allergic reaction to Interceptor or milbemycin.
How should this medication be given: Give Interceptor exactly as directed by the veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Heartworm testing should be performed prior to the start of prevention therapy. If the animal is off Interceptor for 6 months or less, start the medication and test after 6 months since microfilaria, that take 6 months to mature, will result in a positive test result. Store Interceptor at room temperature. Do not remove the tablet from its wrapper until ready to give the medicine. Keep this medication away from children and pets. Interceptor is safe for pregnant or lactating pets at a normal dose level.
What happens if I miss giving a dose: Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose the pet: Seek emergency veterinary medical treatment. Symptoms of overdose may include depression drowsiness, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, hypersalivation, seizures and weakness.
What should I avoid while giving Interceptor to my pet: Because humans can contract hookworm and roundworm from animals, it is important to maintain good personal hygiene. It is also important to eliminate fleas on the pet and in the household and to not feed the pet rodents or uncooked meat or fish. To prevent reinfection, daily cleanup of stools is recommended.
What are the possible side effects of Interceptor: Side effects of Interceptor are rare although some animals may exhibit depression, drowsiness, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, hypersalivation, seizures and weakness. If these or other symptoms develop contact your veterinarian.
What other drugs will affect Interceptor:While Interceptor is safe to use in dogs at risk for MDRI-allele mutation (Australian Shepherds, Collies, Shelties, etc.), unless tested normal, caution is advised if the pet is also being given amiodarone (Cordarone), azole antifungals such as ketoconazole, carvedilol (Coreg), cyclosporine (Atopica), diltiazem (Cardizem), erthromycin (Ery-Tabs) or clarithromycin (Biaxin), quinidine, spironolactone (Adlactone), tamoxifen, and verapamil (Calan). Do not give Interceptor to your pet if already taking an alternate heartworm medication.
Where can I get more information: Your pharmacist has additional information about Interceptor written for health professionals that you may read.
Directions:
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Give Interceptor Flavor Tabs once a month on the same day of each month year round.
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Interceptor Flavor Tabs can be given to dogs and cats.
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Watch pet closely following dosing to be sure the entire dose has been swallowed. If it is not completely swallowed, give one more full recommended dose as soon as possible.
Tip: Do not remove from its wrapper until ready to give to pet.
Dosage:
Pet
Weight
Dosage
Dogs/Puppies: (4 weeks of age or older)
2-10 lbs
Give 1 Flavor Tab every month (Brown Box)
11-25 lbs
Give 1 Flavor Tab every month (Green Box)
26-50 lbs
Give 1 Flavor Tab every month (Yellow Box)
51-100 lbs
Give 1 Flavor Tab every month (White Box)
Over 100 lbs
Give combination of Flavor Tabs based on weight
Cats/Kittens: (6 weeks of age or older)
1.5-6 lbs
Give 1 Flavor Tab every month (Green Box)
6.1-12 lbs
Give 1 Flavor Tab every month (Yellow Box)
12.1-25 lbs
Give 1 Flavor Tab every month (White Box)
Over 25 lbs
Give combination of Flavor Tabs based on weight
Horses:
Storage: Should be stored at room temperature between 59° and 77° F.
Interceptor Brown (Dogs 2-10 lbs):
Active Ingredients (per flavor tab)
Amount
Milbemycin Oxime
2.3 mg
Interceptor Green (Dogs 11-25 lbs, Cats 1.5-6 lbs):
Interceptor White (Dogs 51-100 lbs, Cats 12.1-25 lbs):
Active Ingredients (per flavor tab)
Amount
Milbemycin Oxime
23 mg
Interceptor was discontinued by Novartis Select Weight for Alternatives
4.7
5
509
514
interceptor
I have been using interceptor on juliette for the past 5 years and she has never had worms or heartworm.
The price is much cheaper then my vet too. I recommend it to everyone........besides I pop the pill in her mouth and she munches it down. No problem.
06/20/2011
Interceptor
I've had Roxie on Interceptor since we got her as a rescue dog. When I heard what heartworm does to a dog, I couldn't take the chance of her getting them. My vet recommended Interceptor, so I have stayed with it. She's kind of picky about her food, so I hide it in a bite of cheese & she swallows it down!
I decided to order from PetMeds instead of my vet because it was about $7 cheaper, & I also found her favorite treats which were $1 cheaper per bag, & with my minimum $39, I got free shipping!
06/20/2011
Interceptor
I love Interceptor. I put it in a pill pocket for my girls and they eat it up and have never had any worms whatsoever! Value-wise, it's great, and 1800PetMeds is the best place to get your meds from!
06/13/2011
product rated excellent
i rated this product excellent.my dog has been on this product ever since he was two months old when i brought him home,he will be two yrs old this November 1st.2011.rocky has had no adverse effects.he loves the taste to him it s like a once a month treat.
06/13/2011
Great way to get Pet Meds
This is the first time I used a product from 1-800-Pet Meds. It was simple,easy to order and cheaper than my Vet's fee. My dog loved the biscuit that was sent with the med.Very cute!!!
Thank You
05/24/2011
Is it possible for a cat to have 1 roundworm? He vomited up 1 worm, we took him to the vet and we were given Interceptor. I was expecting any existing worm to come out in his feces but we still haven't seen anything. Was interceptor the right thing to give him?
This information sheet is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian. Note: Any trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
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