Bravecto Topical Solution for Dogs

Bravecto (Fluralaner) Topical Solution for Dogs is an FDA-Approved medication that kills adult fleas. It treats and prevents of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) and also treats and controls several types of tick infestations for 12 weeks. These include:

• Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick)
• Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick)
• Rhipicephalus sanguineus (brown dog tick)

Bravecto Topical Solution for Dogs also treats and controls of Amblyomma americanum (lone star tick) infestations for 8 weeks.

Medical Use

Bravecto Topical Solution for Dogs is used to treat and control flea and tick infestations.

Animals Treated

Dogs over 6 months of age and weighing over 4.4 pounds.

Key Benefits

• Provides dogs up to 12 weeks of flea and tick protection in just 1 dose
• Longest-lasting protection available in a topical solution
• Kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations and the treatment and control of tick infestations for 12 weeks in dogs and puppies 6 months of age and older, and weighing 4.4 pounds or greater.
• Fast-acting, long-lasting protection
• Easy topical application with an easy to use, non-spill twist applicator
• Lasts nearly 3X longer than monthly treatments
• Resists repeated swimming/bathing for a full 12-week* period
• Safe for breeding, pregnant or nursing dogs
• For dogs who prefer a chew, talk to your veterinarian about Bravecto® (fluralaner) Chews for Dogs

How It Works

Bravecto Topical Solution for Dogs releases the active ingredient, fluralaner, throughout the dog's body. Fluralaner

Active ingredient

Fluralaner

View Bravecto Topical Solution for Dogs product label.

Dosage and Administration

Bravecto should be administered topically as a single dose every 12 weeks according to the Dosage Table below to provide a minimum dose of 11.4 mg/lb (25 mg/kg) body weight.Bravecto may be administered every 8 weeks in case of potential exposure to Amblyomma americanumticks (see Effectiveness).

Dosage Table

Dogs over 123.0 lbs should be administered the appropriate combination of tubes.

Storage Information

Do not store above 77°F (25°C). Store in the original package in order to protect from moisture. The pouch should only be opened immediately prior to use.

Contraindications

There are no known contraindications for the use of the product.

Warnings

Human Warnings

Not for human use. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

Do not contact or allow children to contact the application site until dry.

Keep the product in the original packaging until use in order to prevent children from getting direct access to the product. Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling the product. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. If contact with eyes occurs, then flush eyes slowly and gently with water. Wash hands and contacted skin thoroughly with soap and water immediately after use of the product.

The product is highly flammable. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame or other sources of ignition.

Precautions

For topical use only. Avoid oral ingestion..

Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures. Seizures have been reported in dogs receiving fluralaner, even in dogs without a history of seizures.

Bravecto has not been shown to be effective for 12-weeks duration in puppies less than 6 months of age. Bravecto is not effective against Amblyomma americanum ticks beyond 8 weeks after dosing.

Possible Side Effects

Vomiting, alopecia, diarrhea, lethargy, decreased appetite, moist dermatitis/rash.