Revolution is a safe and simple monthly topical medication used to protect your pet from heartworms, fleas, and ear mites. It also protects dogs from ticks and sarcoptic mange and cats from roundworms and hookworms.
Revolution for Dogs and Cats requires a prescription from your veterinarian. (3 Pack = 3 doses which lasts 3 months.)
For:
Dogs (6 weeks of age or older and no weight requirement)
Cats (8 weeks of age or older and no weight requirement)
Benefits:
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Protects your pet from heartworms and fleas
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Fights both internal and surface parasitic infections
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Treats Sarcoptic mange in dogs
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Treats and controls ear mites
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Controls American Dog Tick infestation
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Treats and controls roundworms and hookworms in cats
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Only administered once a month
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Safe and easy to use
How it works:
Revolution works by penetrating the skin and entering your pet's bloodstream. Concentrations of selamectin, the active ingredient, in the tissue and bloodstream prevent heartworm disease. Selamectin also redistributes into the skin from the bloodstream and kills adult fleas, American dog ticks, and ear mites, and prevents flea eggs from hatching. It is also an anthelmintic, which means it fights to expel parasitic worms. Parasites ingest the drug when they feed on the animal's blood. Revolution is safe for pregnant and lactating pets.
Cautions:
Side effects are uncommon, with less than 1% of dogs showing signs of digestive upsets. It is not advisable to use Revolution in pets that are ill or underweight.
What is the most important information I should know about Revolution: Revolution is a prescription medication applied topically once a month. Do not use Revolution on puppies under 6 weeks of age or kittens under 8 weeks of age with no weight requirements. According to the product literature, Revolution is safe for use on pregnant or lactating dogs and cats.
What is Revolution: Revolution is a topical parasiticide applied once a month for the prevention of heartworm disease in dogs and cats. Revolution is also used on dogs for the treatment or prevention of fleas, the American Dog Tick, ear mites, and canine sarcoptic mange. When used on cats it is also used to treat or prevent fleas, ear mites, hookworms, and roundworms. It is recommended that heartworm prevention be used year-round. Revolution may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this guide.
What should I discuss with my veterinarian before applying Revolution on my pet: Tell your veterinarian if your pet has ever had an allergic reaction to the medication.
How should this medication be used: Apply Revolution exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask your pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Revolution is available as unit of use applicator tubes containing the specific amount of medication based on the weight of your pet. Revolution is available as a 15mg/0.25ml puppy/kitten dose for puppies older than 6 weeks and kittens older than 8 weeks weighing up to 5 lbs. Revolution is also available for cats 5.1-15 lbs (45mg/0.75ml), 15.1-22 lbs (60mg/1ml), and for dogs 5.1-10 lbs (30mg/0.25ml), dogs 10.1-20 lbs (60mg/0.5ml), 20.1-40 lbs (120mg/1 ml), 40-1-85 lbs (240mg/2 ml) and 85.1-130 lbs (360mg/3ml). For dogs over 130 lbs use the appropriate combination of tubes. The entire contents of the tube should be used. Do not split the contents as the accuracy of the dose and effectiveness of the medication cannot be assured. Bathing or shampooing your pet 2 or more hours after treatment will not reduce the effectiveness of Revolution. Keep this medication away from children and pets.
What happens if I miss applying 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, while rare, may include salivation and lack of coordination, as well as symptoms listed below as side effects.
What should I avoid while using Revolution on my pet: Because humans can contract hookworms from animals, it is important to maintain good personal hygiene. It is also important to eliminate fleas on your pet and in the household and to not feed your pet rodents or uncooked meat or fish. To prevent reinfection, daily cleanup of stools is recommended. Do not use on sick, weak, or underweight animals. Do not apply to wet hair. Dogs should be tested for heartworms prior to using Revolution. In humans, Revolution may be irritating to skin and eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after applying Revolution to your pet.
What are the possible side effects of Revolution: Side effects of Revolution that may occur include temporary hair loss at the site of application, loss of appetite, drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, rapid breathing, increased heart rate, and muscle tremors.
What other drugs will affect Revolution: Do not apply Revolution to your pet if already giving an alternate heartworm medication. When switching from another heartworm medication, begin Revolution when the next dose of the heartworm medication is due.
Where can I get more information: Your pharmacist has additional information about Revolution written for health professionals that you may read.
Directions:
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Revolution is a prescription medication.
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Apply Revolution once a month on the same day of each month year round.
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Use the entire contents of the tube. Do not split the contents since the dose and therefore the effectiveness of the product can be reduced.
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Part your pets hair at the base of the neck between the shoulder blades until you can see the skin, and place the tip of the tube on the skin.
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Apply the contents of the tube to a single spot on the skin at the base of the neck between the shoulder blades.
Tip: Revolution is quick drying. The pet can be bathed 2 or more hours after applying.
Dosage:
Pet
Weight
Dosage
Puppies: (6 weeks of age or older)
Up to 5 lbs
Apply contents of 1 tube once a month (Mauve Box)
Dogs:
5.1-10 lbs
Apply contents of 1 tube once a month (Purple Box)
10.1-20 lbs
Apply contents of 1 tube once a month (Brown Box)
20.1-40 lbs
Apply contents of 1 tube once a month (Red Box)
40.1-85 lbs
Apply contents of 1 tube once a month (Teal Box)
85.1-130 lbs
Apply contents of 1 tube once a month (Plum Box)
Over 130 lbs
Use the appropriate combination of tubes
Kittens: (8 weeks of age or older)
Up to 5 lbs
Apply contents of 1 tube once a month (Mauve Box)
Cats:
5.1-15 lbs
Apply contents of 1 tube once a month (Blue Box)
15.1-22 lbs
Apply contents of 1 tube once a month (Taupe Box)
Horses:
Storage: Should be stored at room temperature.
Revolution for Puppies/Kittens up to 5 lbs:
Active Ingredient (per single dose tube)
Amount
Selamectin
15 mg
Revolution for Cats 5.1-15 lbs:
Active Ingredient (per single dose tube)
Amount
Selamectin
45 mg
Revolution for Cats 15.1-22 lbs:
Active Ingredient (per single dose tube)
Amount
Selamectin
60 mg
Revolution for Dogs 5.1-10 lbs:
Active Ingredient (per single dose tube)
Amount
Selamectin
30 mg
Revolution for Dogs 10.1-20 lbs:
Active Ingredient (per single dose tube)
Amount
Selamectin
60 mg
Revolution for Dogs 20.1-40 lbs:
Active Ingredient (per single dose tube)
Amount
Selamectin
120 mg
Revolution for Dogs 40.1-85 lbs:
Active Ingredient (per single dose tube)
Amount
Selamectin
240 mg
Revolution for Dogs 85.1-130:
Active Ingredient (per single dose tube)
Amount
Selamectin
360 mg
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I use this product on all 3 of my dogs, I don't have to worry about fleas,ticks,worms or mites it is nice to have everything in one package.
05/16/2012
Best thing ever!
Adopted German Shepherd; found out she had sarcoptic mange. Vet gave horridly painful intramuscular shot that did not work. That was enough for me. Took her to dermatologist that simply applied Revolution; it worked immediately! Both my dogs, large and small, use Revolution. No fleas, ticks, ear mites, heartworm, and I never worry about exposure to sarcoptic mange when walking or going to dog park. Wow!
05/15/2012
Worked great
No adverse side effects--vomiting,hair loss,skin irritations. Fleas are dropping fast. Used on my 18 1/2 year old Tabby cat, 10 year old Pastel Calico, & 2 yr old black Shorthair. All seem to be doing well. Works much better for us than Advantage & Frontline.
05/14/2012
Worrisome
I'm been using Revolution on my two dogs for about 2 years. I've always applied it to the back of the neck on both dogs. Recently, my Portuguese Water Dog developed a growth on the back of her neck, that oozed and crusted and was obviously painful. The vet drained it but it kept coming back. It was finally removed and sent to a lab for analysis. It turned out to be a benign tumour and it made me wonder if there is any connection to that and the Revolution. I'm playing it safe, and not using it again.
05/14/2012
Revolution
Revolution works great, its easy to use and it seems to work well.
05/14/2012
Interceptor is currently backordered by the manufacturer. Novartis, the company who makes it, has temporarily closed their plant. The product should be available in the future. Your veterinarian should be consulted for an alternative in the meantime.
Thank you for your question Kezz but unfortunately, Revolution does not aid in the prevention of ringworm, but it does prevent the following: Internal parasites (endoparasites) such as heartworms, hookworms and roundworms.
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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