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: Cats (8 weeks of age or older) and Dogs (6 weeks of age or older)
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.
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. 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)
I was introduced to Revelation for an ear mite problem with my barn cat that caused his ear to get infected from scratching. This product has worked wonders and I now use it on my other 4 cats as well. It is easy to use and all the things it covers, i.e. fleas, worms, ear mites, etc. makes it a great product and reasonably priced for all it does and it ships quickly plus they send you a friendly reminder when it is time to refill it.
I've been using Revolution for a while to get rid of a long-term ear mite infestation of one of my cats. It works great. The only difficulty is trying to get a current prescription from my vet..they won't fax it, and gave no refills! But the hassle was worth the money I saved! The vet doesn't offer any discount for larger quantities!
1-800-PetMeds products are great. Ordering and delivery is very easy and fast. Saves you the trip to your vet for the product. They also send a treat for your pet, which Precious loves. Very special!
The revolution has helped greatly in the area of fleas and parasites. My outdoor cats are doing well. I wish this product would help prevent ticks though. I am constantly pulling ticks off of my boys. That would really make it worth the money for me.
Have been using revolution for our border collie for a few years, i don't know if they changed the formula,, but it isn't working against fleas AT ALL. Our vet told us they had a number of complaints regarding this,and Pfizer(Mfg) authorized a free box. A lot of good that has done, if it isn't working with the first box, another box isn't going to make it work. Will be switching to another brand..
My dog has been diagnosed with sartoptic mange and will begin treatment with Revolution, however he had a Sentinel hartworm tab 7 days ago. Can I start the Revolution now? (he is itching a lot and I am very concerned)
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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