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NexGard Flea & Tick Chewables for Dogs

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Description

NexGard Chewables for Dogs is a monthly flea and tick control medication. It is a flavored chewable tablet that provides protection against fleas and ticks, including the American dog tick, the black-legged tick, and the Lone Star tick. NexGard is easy to administer and can be given with or without food. It starts killing fleas within 4 hours and ticks within 8 hours of administration, providing fast-acting and long-lasting protection for your dog. NexGard Chewables provide month-long protection against fleas and ticks. It is safe for use in dogs 8 weeks of age and older and weighing at least 4 pounds. Please note that NexGard is a prescription medication and should only be used under the guidance of a veterinarian.

Key Features:

  1. Monthly Protection: NexGard Chewables provide month-long protection against fleas and ticks.
  2. Fast-Acting: Starts killing fleas within 4 hours and ticks within 8 hours of administration.
  3. Easy to Administer: Comes in a flavored chewable tablet that dogs love, making it easy to give to your pet.
  4. Safe for Dogs: NexGard is safe for use in dogs 8 weeks of age and older and weighing at least 4 pounds.
  5. Prescription Required: NexGard is a prescription medication and should only be used under the guidance of a veterinarian.

Indications:

  1. Flea Infestations: NexGard is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) in dogs. It is highly effective in killing adult fleas before they can lay eggs, thus helping to break the flea life cycle.
  2. Black-Legged (Deer) Ticks: NexGard provides effective control of black-legged ticks (Ixodes scapularis), commonly known as deer ticks. These ticks are known vectors of diseases such as Lyme disease and anaplasmosis in dogs.
  3. American Dog Ticks: The medication is also effective against American dog ticks (Dermacentor variabilis), which can transmit diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
  4. Lone Star Ticks: NexGard is indicated for the treatment and control of Lone Star ticks (Amblyomma americanum), which are found in certain regions of the United States and can transmit diseases.

It's essential to remember that NexGard is specifically formulated for dogs and should never be used on cats or other pets. Additionally, the dosage and administration should be in accordance with the veterinarian's instructions based on the dog's weight and health status.

How it works:

NexGard works by using the active ingredient afoxolaner, which belongs to the isoxazoline class of compounds. Afoxolaner is an insecticide and acaricide, meaning it targets and kills insects (like fleas) and acari (ticks). Here's how NexGard works:

  1. Ingestion: When your dog ingests a NexGard chewable tablet, afoxolaner is absorbed into their bloodstream.
  2. Neurological Effects: Afoxolaner works by interfering with the nervous system of fleas and ticks. It specifically targets receptors known as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and glutamate, which are important for nerve transmission in these parasites.
  3. Paralysis and Death: By binding to these GABA and glutamate receptors, afoxolaner disrupts nerve signals, leading to overexcitation and uncontrolled activity in the nervous system of the fleas and ticks. This results in paralysis and ultimately leads to the death of the parasites.
  4. Quick Action: NexGard is known for its rapid onset of action. It starts killing fleas within a few hours after administration, and its effectiveness lasts for up to one month. It also provides protection against various tick species, but the duration of tick protection may vary depending on the specific type of tick.
  5. Continuous Administration: To maintain continuous protection against fleas and ticks, NexGard should be administered regularly according to your veterinarian's recommended schedule. Missing a dose could leave your dog vulnerable to infestations.

It's important to remember that NexGard is specifically formulated for dogs and should not be used on cats or other animals. Additionally, while NexGard is generally considered safe for most dogs, some dogs may experience side effects. If you notice any adverse reactions or have concerns about using NexGard for your dog, it's crucial to consult with your veterinarian for guidance. They can provide personalized recommendations based on your dog's specific health needs and circumstances.

Specifications:

  • Active Ingredient: Afoxolaner
  • Form: Chewable tablet
  • Strength: Available in different strengths based on the weight of the dog
  • Administration: Oral, once a month
  • Flea Killing Activity: Starts within 4 hours
  • Tick Killing Activity: Starts within 8 hours
  • Duration of Action: One month
  • Recommended for: Dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older, weighing at least 4 pounds
  • Safety: Approved by the FDA for use in dogs
  • Flavor: Beef-flavored chewable, making it easy to administer
  • Packaging: Available in packs for different weight categories of dogs

Ingredients

NexGard Chewables for Small Dogs 4-10 lbs
Active Ingredient (per tablet) Amount
Afoxolaner 11.3 mg
NexGard Chewables - For Medium Dogs 10.1-24 lbs
Active Ingredient (per tablet) Amount
Afoxolaner 28.3 mg
NexGard Chewables - For Large Dogs 24.1-60 lbs
Active Ingredient (per tablet) Amount
Afoxolaner 68 mg
NexGard Chewables - For Extra Large Dogs 60-121 lbs
Active Ingredient (per tablet) Amount
Afoxolaner 136 mg

Directions

View Nexgard Drug Facts Sheet.

NexGard is given orally once a month, at the minimum dosage of 1.14 mg/lb (2.5 mg/kg).

Dosing Schedule:
Body Weight Afoxolaner Per Chewable (mg) Chewables Administered
4.0 to 10.0 lbs 11.3 1 Orange
10.1 to 24.0 lbs 28.3 1 Blue
24.1 to 60.0 lbs 68 1 Purple
60.1 to 121.0 lbs 136 1 Red
Over 121.0 lbs Administer the appropriate combination of chewables

NexGard can be administered with or without food. Care should be taken that the dog consumes the complete dose, and treated animals should be observed for a few minutes to ensure that part of the dose is not lost or refused. If it is suspected that any of the dose has been lost or if vomiting occurs within two hours of administration, redose with another full dose. If a dose is missed, administer NexGard and resume a monthly dosing schedule.

Flea Treatment and Prevention:

Treatment with NexGard may begin at any time of the year. In areas where fleas are common year-round, monthly treatment with NexGard should continue the entire year without interruption.

To minimize the likelihood of flea reinfestation, it is important to treat all animals within a household with an approved flea control product.

Tick Treatment and Control:

Treatment with NexGard may begin at any time of the year (see Effectiveness).

Contraindications:

There are no known contraindications for the use of NexGard.

Warnings:

Not for use in humans. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, contact a physician immediately.

Precautions:

The safe use of NexGard in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures (see Adverse Reactions).

Adverse Reactions:

In a well-controlled US field study, which included a total of 333 households and 615 treated dogs (415 administered afoxolaner; 200 administered active control), no serious adverse reactions were observed with NexGard.

Over the 90-day study period, all observations of potential adverse reactions were recorded. The most frequent reactions reported at an incidence of > 1% within any of the three months of observations are presented in the following table. The most frequently reported adverse reaction was vomiting. The occurrence of vomiting was generally self-limiting and of short duration and tended to decrease with subsequent doses in both groups. Five treated dogs experienced anorexia during the study, and two of those dogs experienced anorexia with the first dose but not subsequent doses.

Dogs With Adverse Reactions.
Treatment Group
Afoxolaner Oral active control
N1 % (n=415 N2 % (n=200)
Anorexia 5 1.2 9 4.5
Vomiting (with and without blood 17 4.1 25 12.5
Dry/Flaky Skin 13 3.1 2 1.0
Diarrhea (with and without blood) 13 3.1 7 3.5
Lethargy 7 1.7 4 2.0

1Number of dogs in the afoxolaner treatment group with the identified abnormality.

2Number of dogs in the control group with the identified abnormality.

In the US field study, one dog with a history of seizures experienced a seizure on the same day after receiving the first dose and on the same day after receiving the second dose of NexGard. This dog experienced a third seizure one week after receiving the third dose. The dog remained enrolled and completed the study. Another dog with a history of seizures had a seizure 19 days after the third dose of NexGard. The dog remained enrolled and completed the study. A third dog with a history of seizures received NexGard and experienced no seizures throughout the study.

To report suspected adverse events, for technical assistance or to obtain a copy of the MSDS, contact Merial at 1-888-637-4251 or www.merial.com/nexgard. For additional information about adverse drug experience reporting for animal drugs, contact FDA at 1-888-FDA-VETS or online at http://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/SafetyHealth.

Mode of Action:

Afoxolaner is a member of the isoxazoline family, shown to bind at a binding site to inhibit insect and acarine ligand-gated chloride channels, in particular those gated by the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), thereby blocking pre- and post-synaptic transfer of chloride ions across cell membranes. Prolonged afoxolaner-induced hyperexcitation results in uncontrolled activity of the central nervous system and death of insects and acarines. The selective toxicity of afoxolaner between insects and acarines and mammals may be inferred by the differential sensitivity of the insects and acarines' GABA receptors versus mammalian GABA receptors.

Effectiveness:

In a well-controlled laboratory study, NexGard began to kill fleas four hours after initial administration and demonstrated >99% effectiveness at eight hours. In a separate well-controlled laboratory study, NexGard demonstrated 100% effectiveness against adult fleas 24 hours post-infestation for 35 days, and was ≥93% effective at 12 hours post infestation through Day 21, and on Day 35. On Day 28, NexGard was 81.1% effective 12 hours post-infestation. Dogs in both the treated and control groups that were infested with fleas on Day 1 generated flea eggs at 12 and 24 hours post-treatment (0-11 eggs and 1-17 eggs in the NexGard treated dogs, and 4-90 eggs and 0-118 eggs in the control dogs, at 12 and 24-hours, respectively). At subsequent evaluations post infestation, fleas from dogs in the treated group were essentially unable to produce any eggs (0-1 eggs) while fleas from dogs in the control group continued to produce eggs (1-141 eggs).

In a 90-day US field study conducted in households with existing flea infestations of varying severity, the effectiveness of NexGard against fleas on the Day 30, 60 and 90 visits compared with baseline was 98.0%, 99.7%, and 99.9%, respectively.

Collectively, the data from the three studies (two laboratory and one field) demonstrate that NexGard kills fleas before they can lay eggs, thus preventing subsequent flea infestations after the start of treatment of existing flea infestations.

In well-controlled laboratory studies, NexGard demonstrated >97% effectiveness against Dermacentor variabilis, >94% effectiveness against Ixodes scapularis, and >93% effectiveness against Rhipicephalus sanguineus, 48 hours post-infestation for 30 days. At 72 hours post-infestation, NexGard demonstrated >97% effectiveness against Amblyomma americanum for 30 days.

Animal Safety:

In a margin of safety study, NexGard was administered orally to 8 to 9-week-old Beagle puppies at 1, 3, and 5 times the maximum exposure dose (6.3 mg/kg) for three treatments every 28 days, followed by three treatments every 14 days, for a total of six treatments. Dogs in the control group were sham-dosed. There were no clinically-relevant effects related to treatment on physical examination, body weight, food consumption, clinical pathology (hematology, clinical chemistries, or coagulation tests), gross pathology, histopathology or organ weights. Vomiting occurred throughout the study, with a similar incidence in the treated and control groups, including one dog in the 5x group that vomited four hours after treatment.

In a well-controlled field study, NexGard was used concomitantly with other medications, such as vaccines, anthelmintics, antibiotics (including topicals), steroids, NSAIDS, anesthetics, and antihistamines. No adverse reactions were observed from the concomitant use of NexGard with other medications.

Storage

Store at or below 30°C (86°F) with excursions permitted up to 40°C (104°F).

FAQ

If a dose is missed, administer the usual dose of NexGard Chewables and resume a monthly dosing schedule.
NexGard Chewables require a prescription. Give the appropriate dosage based on your dog's weight. (See How to Use). If it is suspected that any of the dose has been lost or if vomiting occurs within two hours of administration redose with another full dose. NexGard Chewables can be administered with or without food. NexGard Chewables should be administered all year round. Treat all the pets in your home to reduce the risk of a flea infestation.
The most frequently reported adverse reactions include vomiting, dry/flaky skin, diarrhea, lethargy, and lack of appetite. The occurrence of vomiting was generally self-limiting and of short duration and tended to decrease with subsequent doses. There are no known contraindications for the use of NexGard Chewables.
Seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.
Avoid giving NexGard Chewables if your pet is pregnant, lactating or has a known history of seizures.
There are no known contraindications for the use of NexGard Chewables.
The active ingredient in NexGard Chewables is Afoxolaner. NexGard Chewables kill adult fleas and are indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis), and the treatment and control of the American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis), black-legged (deer) tick (Ixodes scapularis) and Lone star tick (Amblyomma americanum) infestations in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older, weighing 4 pounds of body weight or greater, for one month.
Tell your veterinarian if your dog is pregnant, lactating or has a history of seizures. The safe use of NexGard Chewables in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures.
NexGard also kills the Lone Star tick, Black-legged tick, American Dog tick and Brown dog tick.
NexGard (afoxolaner) is safe and effective for use in puppies 8 weeks of age or older, weighing 4 pounds or more.
In a study, NexGard killed 100% of fleas within 24 hours.
NexGard stimulates the flea's nervous system, causing them to rise to the top of your dog's haircoat as they die.
Two years from the date of manufacture. You can locate the expiration date on the outside of the package of NexGard.
Because NexGard is an oral product, swimming or bathing has no effect on NexGard. Your dog's coat can get wet immediately after taking NexGard.
In a well-controlled field study, NexGard was used concomitantly with other medications, such as vaccines, anthelmintics, antibiotics (including topicals), steroids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), anesthetics, and antihistamines.
NexGard is safe and effective in any breed of dog when used as directed.
No. NexGard should be used on dogs only.
Don't re-administer NexGard before the month is through. It keeps working for a full 30 days.
The most commonly reported adverse reactions found in NexGard for Dogs include vomiting, itching, diarrhea, lethargy and lack of appetite. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures.

Reviews

Review Summary
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99% Recommend this product (108 of 109 responses)
By Mary
California
Very Dependable
February 29, 2024
I have used them for a number of years and have never had a problem. They are prompt and reliable.
By Dione
Boca Raton
I didn’t get yet.
September 29, 2023
I oeder more than 2 weeks I called and I didn’t get yet.
By randall w.
Wilmette, Illinois
Unfulfilled Promise
July 26, 2023
This is not about the product per se (please return for a response AFTER I've actually used NexGard for six months). This review is about the ORDERING PROCESS. When I placed my order for NexGard and HeartGard Plus, they were supposedly available, that is, IN STOCK. Unfortunately, that was not the case. The aforementioned items were NOT IN STOCK. "EP" took an order they could not fulfill. Knowingly? I don't know. I was later told they were having difficulty keeping track of inventory. Perhaps they should have passed along this info to the customer. Had I been told, I would have made other arrangements. I did not want to miss giving my dog her timely dose. Nor did I want my vet to have to write 2 more prescriptions, which I would have to mail, causing further delay.

Overall, this was well-meaning but inept experience, one that I most likely will not repeat.
Pros
  • I would neither recommend or not recommend this product until after using NexGard (and HeartGard Plus) for six months.
Cons
  • Delivery
By Jeremy
Wisconsin
Keeps fleas and ticks at bay
June 13, 2023
Trusted product that just plain works. Entirely Pets Pharmacy does all the work getting prescription from my vet and ships promptly. I love being able to order online and just have it show up in the next few days. Repeat customer!
By Robert
Hawaii
Long time user of NexGuard
March 24, 2023
Works well with no reaction from my Missy.
By MARILYN S.
San Leandro, CA
review nexgard refills
September 3, 2022
This flea prevention product is a monthly treat for our dog. We re-order every three months. Every order needs a renewed vet approval, which the pharmacy handles for us. All runs smoothly. We rely on Entirely Pets to help us keep our dog flea-free. Thank you.

Merchant Response:Marilyn, we are very happy to have you as a customer. San Leandro isn't more than 15 miles from us! Take care.
By Jennifer
Ohio
Great product
August 28, 2022
Works well and my dog enjoys the flavor. Order was processed in a timely manner with no issues.
By Lisa H.
Bear Valley Springs, CA
Happy with purchase
July 31, 2022
Great product with excellent pricing. I experienced a little difficulty in getting the prescription through as faxes are preferred. It took a few phone calls between my veterinarians office and the company but got it worked out after 3 attempts.
By Deb
San Diego
Flea Free
July 30, 2022
My Pomeranian has taken Nexgard for many years. It is convenient, reliable and not difficult to get your dog to take.
In Southern CA, we have some tough fleas. Nexgard will safeguard your dog and keep your home free from infestation.

Merchant Response:That is a great pic of your Pomeranian! Thank you for sharing.
By Karen C.
Bandera, Texas
Excellent Flea and Tick Prevention
April 2, 2022
We have 6 Brittanies, and used to have 9 between 2017 and 2019. Before that, in 2002, we had one male who sired puppies with 2 females at the same time. That made the count go to 20 Brittanies for about 6 months! In all that time, none of our dogs have had a flea or a tick bothering them!

We have used Nexgard for many years on all of our dogs and puppies, and we've had our own dogs since 2000, as well as dogs during our childhood years.

That means all of our dogs have been flea and tick free, thanks to Nexgard!

Merchant Response:Your Brittanies are perfect! Thanks for sharing.
By Don
Brandywine, Md.
NexGuard Chewables
April 2, 2022
Easy to administer once a month.
By Nancy
HONAKER VA
No Fleas
February 4, 2022
Hank(blue heeler) is 4 and I have never seen a flea or tick on him.
Pros
  • Easy to give to him. He loves the taste and it is only once a month treatment.
Cons
  • Pricey
By KatM
San Gabriel, Ca
Easy/No Mess
September 23, 2021
Have been using NexGard for almost two years and we are very pleased with the results. We have a poodle and hated the mess/greasy residue from the topical liquid treatment plus hated that we had to keep our doggo away from the kids. Our dog takes his monthly treatment like a treat - no mess, no keeping him away from the family and no fleas!
By Jennifer
Houston
Safe and effective
July 7, 2021
I've used NexGard as a flea preventative for years. My dogs have always enjoyed the treat and I've never had a problem with fleas. Ordering it from Entirely Pets was simple and quick.
By John
Baton rouge, La
Also works for mainge
June 26, 2021
My Vet gave me this stuff to kill maige when I found a dog tied to a tree in the woods he was mainge infested this stuff in combination with daily bath got rid of the mainge fast good product
By Joanne
Hamden, CT
Great product!
June 2, 2021
Dogs love it! And it has worked well preventing preventing fleas and ticks.
By Brittnie
Jersey City, New Jersey
My dog loves the taste
May 30, 2021
My Staffy never liked me using the topical flea and tick stuff. It always seemed to bother him. This is a amazing alternative! He loves the taste. It’s nice and tiny and once a month. Cost is high however you gotta do what you gotta do. Nexgard is awesome!
Pros
  • Taste
Cons
  • Cost
By Joanne
Hamden CT
Great product
May 16, 2021
Great service and great product! Very pleased.
By Jonne
Hamden CT
Pippa Lou loves these treats
May 16, 2021
Great service and great product!
By Jane
Oklahoma
The best protection
May 9, 2021
I won’t use anything but Nexgard. The generic has side effects. I only trust Nexgard.
Pros
  • Works great with no side effects.
Cons
  • None
By Melanie
Anderson SC
Works Great!
May 7, 2021
I have been using this product for years, works great on our dogs
Cons
  • The only con I have is with Entirely Pets slow motion delivery service! This is not a good thing. We ordered both prescription and non prescription items, took too long!
By Ange
Kentucky
Entirely Pleased
April 29, 2021
I live in a rural area where deer are commonly seen in the yard. I don't want my chihuahua to get ticks or fleas so I give her Nexgard chews monthly and no problems. She is sensitive to a lot of medications and has experienced some bad side effects so I am very cautious as to what I give her.
By Kevin
Raleigh
Works Well
April 26, 2021
We have always used NexGard and have been happy with the results. Plus, the sale price here was very good.
By Susan
Gastonia, NC
Wonderful Treatments
April 11, 2021
My 9 years old two Pomeranians had a lot of flea last summer. They did not have flea before. They were real bad. I gave them may baths with flea shampoo. No good so I called my vet what I could do to stop flea and they suggested Nexguard, I bought one for each dog. It really helped them. No more flea got on dogs. That is why I wanted to order Nexguard now so dogs won’t have any problems this time of year. I suggest you to buy Nexguard for your dogs. They really works good.
By Anonymous
Rutland, MA
Dependable, preventative medicine
April 10, 2021
Great customer service, quick delivery!
Pros
  • Same medicine I have been using for 10 years.
Cons
  • None.
By NAB
West Bend, WI
NexGard Chewables
April 7, 2021
The meds arrived in a timely manner. They were the same as I always purchase and were less expensive than my vet.
Pros
  • Timely arrival.
Cons
  • Needed my prescription to arrive by snail mail to fill the RX.
By Annette M.
Hawaii
Chewable Nexgard
March 30, 2021
Thank you . It arrived at my residence on 3/27/2021 in perfect condition and I thought the price was much more reasonable than purchasing from my vet directly.
By Angela M.
MO
Money Well Spent
March 21, 2021
I have researched many different companies and Entirely Pets seems to be the cheapest on this product. Good customer service and fast shipping. This product has been working well for my pets, no issues getting them to take they are like treats to them.
By missy
CA
great price and it was delivered quickly
March 18, 2021
see above
By Ange
Kentucky
Entirely Pleased
February 27, 2021
This was my first order with the company, but the prices were too good to not give them a try. I'm glad I did. I had a little bump with them contacting the wrong vet, but as soon as I corrected the info the order was shipped. Every time I contacted customer service, they were prompt to solve the problem. I will not hesitate to reorder from them again.
Pros
  • Great customer service and low prices

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