{"product_id":"interceptor-chewable-tablet-for-dogs-and-cats","title":"Interceptor Chewable Tablets for Dogs \u0026 Cats","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonthly Heartworm and Intestinal Worm Prevention Tablets for Dogs and Cats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eInterceptor Flavor Tabs is a once-monthly prescription tablet that protects dogs and cats against heartworm disease while targeting hookworms, roundworms, and whipworms. Its active ingredient, milbemycin oxime, disrupts nerve signal transmission in parasites, leading to paralysis and death. The beef-flavored chewable comes in weight-based sizes and can be offered by hand or added to food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeartworm Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Interceptor clears Dirofilaria immitis larvae monthly, before they mature, which is what keeps both dogs and cats from developing heartworm disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHookworm Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Adult hookworms, Ancylostoma caninum in dogs and Ancylostoma tubaeforme in cats, feed on blood. Left untreated, they cause anemia and serious damage to the intestinal lining.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoundworm Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Dogs can carry Toxocara canis or Toxascaris leonina, while cats carry Toxocara cati. Interceptor clears adult infections of all three, which tend to affect digestion and body weight over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhipworm Control in Dogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Trichuris vulpis is a stubborn intestinal parasite that dogs pick up from contaminated ground. Interceptor removes existing adult infections and keeps them from taking hold again.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe for Young Pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Treatment can start as early as 4 weeks and 2 lbs in puppies, and 6 weeks and 1.5 lbs in kittens, provided the correct weight-based tablet size is used.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Monthly Administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Beef-flavored and chewable, most pets take it without any fuss. It can also be tucked into food if needed, which makes the monthly dose a non-event for most owners.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight-Based Sizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Tablets come in color-coded sizes matched to specific weight ranges for both species, so selecting the right dose is straightforward at every size and life stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMilbemycin Oxime (macrocyclic anthelmintic — a mixture of approximately 80% A4 and 20% A3 oxime derivatives of 5-didehydromilbemycins)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage and Administration Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e A licensed veterinarian must authorize this medication before it can be dispensed or administered. Federal law does not permit use without a valid prescription.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest Before Starting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Dogs should be screened for an existing heartworm infection before the first dose. Active infections need a different treatment protocol entirely.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonthly Dosing Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e One tablet by mouth every 30 days at a minimum of 0.23 mg\/lb (0.5 mg\/kg) for dogs, and 0.9 mg\/lb (2.0 mg\/kg) for cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Optional:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e The chewable tab can be handed over directly or offered with a small amount of food. Breaking it up is fine too if that makes administration easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Within First Month:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e The first dose needs to go in within a month of the pet's initial mosquito exposure, with monthly dosing continuing from that point without gaps.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix Months Minimum Post-Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Stopping before six consecutive monthly doses after the last mosquito exposure leaves the window open for heartworm to develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatch for Full Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Keep an eye on your pet for a few minutes after dosing. If any part of the tablet is spit out or lost, give a replacement dose right away.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any medication for your pet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Age and Weight — Dogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Four weeks and 2 lbs is the minimum for puppies. Below either threshold, this medication has not been tested and should not be given.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Age and Weight — Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Kittens need to be at least 6 weeks old and weigh 1.5 lbs before Interceptor is considered safe to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMDR-1 Sensitive Breeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Rough-coated Collies and several related breeds can carry the MDR-1 mutation, which makes them more reactive to milbemycin oxime. Getting the dose right matters more in these dogs than in most.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding and Lactating Dogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Nobody has studied how Interceptor behaves in breeding or nursing females. Until your vet says otherwise, hold off on using it in these animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Correct Tablet Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Dog tablets are not interchangeable with cat tablets, and a size meant for a bigger animal should never go to a smaller one. The distinction matters clinically.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Effect on Adult Heartworms:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Interceptor only works on immature larvae. A dog already carrying adult heartworms needs that infection dealt with first through a separate protocol.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Storage Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Keep tablets locked away or stored somewhere neither children nor other pets can get into them unsupervised.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVomiting and Diarrhea:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Vomiting and diarrhea are among the most commonly reported reactions following administration of milbemycin oxime in dogs; continue use and contact your vet if these persist.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepression and Lethargy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Some dogs may show signs of depression or reduced energy levels after receiving Interceptor; notify your veterinarian if this seems severe or prolonged.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoss of Coordination (Ataxia):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Ataxia or stumbling has been reported in some dogs after administration; contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet shows difficulty walking or loss of balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecreased Appetite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Reduced food interest or anorexia has been reported in some animals following administration; monitor your pet and consult your vet if appetite does not return within a day or two.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Serious Reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e In rare cases, convulsions, extreme weakness, excessive drooling, or shock-like reactions have been reported; seek emergency veterinary care immediately if these occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Temperature Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Anywhere between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F) works, as long as the spot stays consistently dry and well away from any heat source.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestrict Access Always:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Wrong doses in the hands of children or other animals is a real risk. Lock these away or put them somewhere genuinely out of reach.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Expiry Before Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Pull the pack out before each monthly dose and confirm it hasn't expired. Outdated tablets should be discarded rather than used.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ro\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ro\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What parasites does Interceptor Flavor Tabs protect against in dogs and cats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e In dogs, Interceptor prevents heartworm disease and controls adult hookworm, roundworm, and whipworm infections. In cats, it prevents heartworm disease and removes adult hookworm and roundworm infections. It provides this broad protection with just one monthly tablet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How does milbemycin oxime in Interceptor work to protect my pet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Milbemycin oxime works by interfering with invertebrate neurotransmission, flooding susceptible worms with chloride ions and disrupting their nervous system activity. This causes muscle paralysis and ultimately kills the parasites, including heartworm larvae and intestinal worms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: How do I know which Interceptor tablet size is right for my dog or cat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Interceptor is available in color-coded weight categories. For dogs, Brown (2–10 lbs), Green (11–25 lbs), Yellow (26–50 lbs), and White (51–100 lbs). For cats, Green (1.5–6 lbs), Yellow (6.1–12 lbs), and White (12.1–25 lbs). Your veterinarian will prescribe the correct size based on your pet's weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Can I start giving Interceptor to my dog without a heartworm test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e A heartworm test before the first dose is important. Interceptor only works at the larval stage, so an existing adult infection will go untreated if the dog is not screened first. That situation calls for a separate treatment protocol. Your vet can assess where your dog stands and advise on the right path forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: At what age can puppies and kittens start taking Interceptor heartworm tablets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e At 4 weeks and 2 lbs, puppies meet the minimum threshold for Interceptor. Kittens need to be at least 6 weeks old and weigh 1.5 lbs. With very young animals especially, checking the dose with your vet before starting is the right move.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Novartis","offers":[{"title":"Dogs 2-10 lbs (Brown) \/ 1 Dose","offer_id":45023921766561,"sku":"616159-1","price":40.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 2-10 lbs (Brown) \/ 6 Doses","offer_id":45023921799329,"sku":"616159","price":239.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 2-10 lbs (Brown) \/ 12 Doses","offer_id":45023921832097,"sku":"616159-PK2","price":477.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 11-25 lbs \u0026 Cats 1.5-6 lbs (Green) \/ 1 Dose","offer_id":45023921864865,"sku":"616160-1","price":42.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 11-25 lbs \u0026 Cats 1.5-6 lbs (Green) \/ 6 Doses","offer_id":45023921897633,"sku":"616160","price":250.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 11-25 lbs \u0026 Cats 1.5-6 lbs (Green) \/ 12 Doses","offer_id":45023921930401,"sku":"616160-PK2","price":500.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 26-50 lbs \u0026 Cats 6.1-12 lbs (Yellow) \/ 1 Dose","offer_id":45023921963169,"sku":"616161-1","price":51.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 26-50 lbs \u0026 Cats 6.1-12 lbs (Yellow) \/ 6 Doses","offer_id":45023921995937,"sku":"616161","price":301.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 26-50 lbs \u0026 Cats 6.1-12 lbs (Yellow) \/ 12 Doses","offer_id":45023922028705,"sku":"616161-PK2","price":601.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 51-100 lbs \u0026 Cats 12.1-25 lbs (Silver) \/ 1 Dose","offer_id":41128536768673,"sku":"616162-1","price":58.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 51-100 lbs \u0026 Cats 12.1-25 lbs (Silver) \/ 6 Doses","offer_id":41128536801441,"sku":"616162","price":347.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dogs 51-100 lbs \u0026 Cats 12.1-25 lbs (Silver) \/ 12 Doses","offer_id":44197603704993,"sku":"616162-PK2","price":694.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/interceptor-chewable-tablets-for-dogs-cats-pet-medicine-403.png?v=1778102287","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/en-ro\/products\/interceptor-chewable-tablet-for-dogs-and-cats","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}