Interceptor
Interceptor
When it comes to your pet's health, regular checkups with the veterinarian can ensure your pet remains healthy. Some treatments are given as a preventive medication. However, in some cases, your pet may acquire a condition that requires treatment. If you take your pet to the veterinarian regularly, this condition can be caught early and treated successfully. Interceptor Rx is a common medication used to treat and prevent certain conditions in both dogs and cats.
Uses for Interceptor
The primary use of Interceptor Rx in dogs and cats is to prevent a heartworm infestation
It is important for pet owners to have pets tested for heartworm before administering this medication to avoid problems that can occur
In addition to using this medication as a preventive measure, your veterinarian may also prescribe it if your pet has problems with various types of worms, including hookworm, roundworm and whip worm
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Conditions Treated
Prevents heartworm disease
In Dogs: controls hookworms, removes and controls roundworms and whipworms
In Cats: removes roundworms and hookworms
For dogs 4 weeks of age and weighing over 2 lbs, or cats 6 weeks of age and weighing over 1.5 lbsPlease Note: EntirelyPets.com does not carry Interceptor. The content on this page is for information and education purposes only. Consult with your Veterinarian for more information on Interceptor.
Dosing
The prescribed dosage will be based upon the size of your dog
This medication comes in several different strengths
Getting your dog weighed at the veterinarian will help you choose the right one
Interceptor is available for dogs 4 weeks of age and weighing over 2 lbs, or cats 6 weeks of age and weighing over 1.5 lbsPlease Note: EntirelyPets.com does not carry Interceptor. The content on this page is for information and education purposes only. Consult with your Veterinarian for more information on Interceptor.
Administration
Give Interceptor exactly as directed by the veterinarian
Heartworm testing should be performed prior to the start of prevention therapy
Give Interceptor Flavor Tabs once a month on the same day of each month year round
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 possiblePlease Note: EntirelyPets.com does not carry Interceptor. The content on this page is for information and education purposes only. Consult with your Veterinarian for more information on Interceptor.
Side Effects
Any time you give your pet medication, there is a chance of side effects
Some of the possible side effects include loss of appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, seizures, lethargy and excessive saliva
These side effects are rare, however, so if your pet experiences any of these problems after taking Interceptor Rx, it is important to take your pet to the veterinarian as soon as possible