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Monthly heartworm prevention in a chewable tablet.

Prevents heartworm disease

Treats and controls roundworms

Treats and controls hookworms

Treats and controls tapeworms

Pork liver flavor chewable

For dogs only

Iverhart Max

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Dogs:
06-12 lbs
12-25 lbs
25-50 lbs
50-100 lbs

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What is Iverhart Max?

Iverhart Max prevents canine heartworm disease. It also treats and controls roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms. Iverhart Max requires a prescription from your veterinarian.

For: Dogs (8 weeks of age and weighing at least 6 lbs)

Benefits:
•	Tasty chewable tablets (pork liver cereal based with artificial beef)
•	Easy to administer
•	Given once a month

How it works:
Iverhart Max is an anthelminthic (dewormer). The ingredient pyrantel pamoate is used to treat and control roundworms and hookworms in dogs. Praziquantel is used for treating and controlling tapeworms.

Studies have indicated that certain dogs of the herding breeds are more sensitive to the effects of ivermectin administered at elevated dose levels due to the MDR1 gene. For a full list of dog breeds that may be affected, click here.

Cautions:
Can cause sensitivities in herding dog breeds. Side effects of Iverhart Max are rare, but may include lethargy, limpness, salivation, shaking, diarrhea, decreased appetite, licking lips, and belching. Do not give Iverhart Max to your pet if already giving a different heartworm medication. The safe use of this drug has not been evaluated in pregnant or lactating bitches.

More Information:

Brand Name
Iverhart Max (Virbac)

Generic Name
Ivermectin/Pyrantel Pamoate/Praziquantel (eye-ver-mek�-tin pie-ran�-tell pam�-oh-ate prah-zee-kwan�-tell)

What is the most important information I should know about Iverhart Max: Iverhart Max is a prescription medication available as chewable tablets in four strengths for dogs of different weights. Iverhart Max is packaged in boxes of 6 tablets and 12 tablets each tablet individually foil wrapped. It is important for the pet to consume the entire tablet. Iverhart Max should be used in dogs at least 8 weeks of age and no weight requirements. Iverhart Max is for use in dogs only.

What is Iverhart Max: Ivermectin is an anthelminthic (dewormer) used for the prevention of heartworm disease in dogs. Pyrantel pamoate is used for treating and controlling roundworms and hookworms in dogs. Praziquantel is used for treating and controlling tapeworms. It is recommended that heartworm prevention is used year round.

What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Iverhart Max to my pet: Tell your veterinarian if your pet has ever had an allergic reaction to the medication or any of it's individual ingredients.

How should this medication be given: Use with caution, Collies and other herding dog breeds have been known to have adverse reactions to invermectin administered at elevated dose levels. Give Iverhart Max exactly as directed by the veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. The usual dose of Iverhart Max in toy dogs 6 to 12 pounds is 34mcg/28.5mg/28.5mg (Magenta), for small dogs 12.1 to 25 pounds is 68mcg/57mg/57mg (Blue), for medium dogs 25.1 to 50 pounds is 136mcg/114mg/114mg (Green) and for large dogs 50.1 to 100 pounds is 272mcg/228mg/228mg (Brown). For dogs over 100 pounds the appropriate combination of strengths is used. Remove only one tablet at a time from the foil backed blister card. Iverhart Max can be given as a treat by hand or mixed with a small amount of food. Store the remainder in the original box they came in to protect from light. Store Iverhart Max at room temperature. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and pets. In addition, the safe use of this drug has not been evaluated in pregnant or lactating bitches.

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 vomiting, diarrhea and incoordination.

What should I avoid while giving Iverhart Max to my pet: If the dog has not taken heartworm preventative for 6 months or less, start the medication and test for heartworms after 6 months since microfilaria, that take 6 months to mature, will result in a positive heartworm test result. Because humans can contract hookworm and tapeworm 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. To prevent reinfection, daily cleanup of stools is recommended.

What are the possible side effects of Iverhart Max: Side effects of Iverhart Max are rare but may include lethargy, limpness, salivation, shaking, diarrhea, decreased appetite, licking lips and belching.

What other drugs will affect Iverhart Max: Do not give Iverhart Max to your pet if already taking an alternate heartworm medication.

Where can I get more information: Your pharmacist has additional information about Iverhart Max written for health professionals that you may read.

Directions:

•	Give Iverhart Max Flavored Chewables once a month on the same day of each month year round.
•	Iverhart Max Flavored Chewables can be given by hand, mixed intact with a small amount of food, or placed in the back of the dog’s mouth for forced swallowing.
•	Watch dog 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 chewable from its wrapper until ready to give to pet.

Dosage:

Pet	Weight	Dosage
Dogs/Puppies (8 weeks of age and older):	6 - 12 lbs	Give 1 chewable every month (Magenta Box)
	12.1 - 25 lbs	Give 1 chewable every month (Blue Box)
	25.1 – 50 lbs	Give 1 chewable every month (Green Box)
	50.1-100 lbs	Give 1 chewable every month (Brown Box)
	Over 100 lbs	Give combination of chewables based on weight
Cats:
Horses:

Storage: Should be stored at room temperature.

Iverhart Max– Magenta Box (Dogs 6-12 lbs):

Active Ingredients (per chewable tablet)	Amount
Ivermectin	34 mcg
Pyrantel Pamoate	28.5 mg
Praziquantel	28.5 mg

Iverhart Max– Blue Box (Dogs 12.1-25 lbs):

Active Ingredients (per chewable tablet)	Amount
Ivermectin	68 mcg
Pyrantel Pamoate	57 mg
Praziquantel	57 mg

Iverhart Max – Green Box (Dogs 25.1-50 lbs):

Active Ingredients (per chewable tablet)	Amount
Ivermectin	136 mcg
Pyrantel Pamoate	114 mg
Praziquantel	114 mg

Iverhart Max – Brown Box (Dogs 50.1-100 lbs):

Active Ingredients (per chewable tablet)	Amount
Ivermectin	272 mcg
Pyrantel Pamoate	228 mg
Praziquantel	228 mg

Iverhart Max 4.5 5 98 98

Iverhart Max Iverhart Max product review: As I also mention under my product review for Iverhart plus, it is truly wonderful for me to see a reliable more economic generic available for animal guardians that is certainly comparable to the more expensive brand name monthly heartworm preventatives. With this Virbac product, not only are clients getting the reliable heartworm prevention record of ivermectin, but also the additional preventative benefits and control of other internal parasites of the digestive tract, including roundworms, hookworms, and in this case tapeworms as well. It is exciting to see the inclusion of praziquantel in this combination product to broaden the spectrum of coverage of Iverhart plus against tapeworms. Tapeworms are among the most common frustrating parasites seen in dogs and cats, especially when there is any risk of flea exposure. Iverhart Max stands alone in having this added benefit of tapeworm control. Even for only this additional benefit, as well as the ones I mention under Iverhart plus , I highly recommend this reliable generic product and alternative to the other more expensive monthly heartworm pills that dont offer this protection against tapeworms. The only negative issue I have seen is the occasional pet who develops digestive upset from one of the ingredients, in which case I would change to a different monthly alternative. The only other possible limitation with this product is that it does not protect or prevent against whipworms, which in certain areas of the United States can be an intestinal parasite that can sometimes cause acute or chronic inflammation of the colon and diarrhea. But in my experience, whipworms are not as common as I used to see in my earlier days of veterinary practice. Thus my overall rating of this product is a 5. Its effectiveness a 4 and its taste a 4 as well. 12/01/2008

Worm treatment 4 all dogs THIS PRODUCT IS GRrrrrr8, I love to use this heart guard treatment on my 70 Lb mixed breed 5 yr old dog!! I highly recommend this for everyone whom has a dog or puppy no matter what there size is to use this product. they will not be let down... IT works very very good!! Mary Heather Holcher !! 07/14/2008

great My dog has a very sensitive stomach and pukes up anything that upsets your tummy, so I was concerned to give her any kind of heart worm meds because the vet gave us some home made heart worm preventative that made her sick. This works great and she does not get sick at all. We are overrun by mosquito here in Missouri, and my other dog was healthy until one day just fell over and died two days later to heart worms and we had no idea, she was not coughing or sick at all, it was horrible, even being on heart worm natural preventative so I would not recommend the natural method of treatment. This is inexpensive and could save your dogs life, I know from experience, it happened to me and it was devastating. Use this, it works! 05/17/2013

Birth Control for Heartworms ! We started Shae on this medication 3 years ago when she was diagnosed with early heartworm disease, and we couldn't afford the treatment. So, upon the recommendation of Dr. Mark, we started her on Iverheart Max, and this medication not only prevented the spread of the heartworms, the ones inside died and prevented new ones from developing. Now, three years later, she's still on this medication and she is healthy and thriving and we will NOT change to anything else. Plus, she loves the pork flavor of the tablet! 05/07/2013

Great product I have chosen Iverhart Max because it also protects from tapeworms, which many other heart worm meds. do not. My dogs have had tapeworms because they like to raid the kitty litter box--kitties eat rodents that have tapeworms--then passed on to the pups. 04/23/2013

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My dog weighs 53 OZ. & is 3 yrs old. She has been on Intercepter. What can I give her?

2 weeks, 3 days ago

Kathie

Colorado

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There are other heartworm preventatives you may give her depending on her breed and overall health, you would need to discuss with your veterinarian the best suitable option for her.

2 weeks, 3 days ago

Janine M./Pharmacist

Pompano beach

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Is it okay to dissolve the pill in my dog's water?

He will not swallow them!

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Anonymous

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crush it up in their wet food they don't know the difference, pref the type with gravy.

20 hours ago

ali2204

Missouri

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No. Please break up the tablet and feed all of the broken pieces to your pet with a small amount of your pet's favorite treat.

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lilli Pharmacist

Pompano Beach, FL

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Two dogs different dose?

I have two chi's. My female weighs 6.8 lbs. My male weighs 12.6 lbs. Should I buy two different doses or can my larger male take the 6-12 dose my female takes.

3 months ago

Anonymous

Florida

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According to the manufacturer, your larger male that weighs 12.6 pounds should take the Iverhart Max 12-25 pound tablet.

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Lilli Pharmacist

Pompano Beach, FL

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I have a small (6-8lbs) Shi-zu that has just gotten visible signs of "Tape worm". Q: how long will she have to take the medication ?

3 months, 1 week ago

eagleswon67

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i took my dog to vet to get rid of tapeworm right way,now hes on iverhart

2 months, 3 weeks ago

kathy

shirley,ny

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This product will treat and PREVENT tapeworms.....but it must be given every month
There are some over the counter products that we have....that will address tapeworms and kill
them immediately......perhaps you should discuss with your vet the best way to go about
treatment. good luck.

3 months, 1 week ago

Linda M 1800petmeds pharmacist

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What is the difference between Iverhart Plus and Iverhart Max?

3 months, 1 week ago

Dog Lover

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Iverhart Plus covers heartworms, roundworms, and hookworms.
Iverhart Max covers also covers heartworms, roundworms, and hookworms, but it also helps control tapeworms.

3 months, 1 week ago

Kelly P

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