Trifexis Flea Control for Dogs
 Trifexis is a beef flavored chewable tablet that offers
three-in-one protection against various parasites. It
kills and prevents fleas, prevents heartworm infections
and treats and controls gastrointestinal worms
including hookworms, roundworms and whipworms.
Administered on a monthly basis, the chewable starts
acting within 30 minutes of administration and
destroys 100% fleas within 4 hours.

How does it work?
 Each chewable contains Spinosad and milbemycin
oxime as the active ingredients. Spinosad with
adulticidal property kills adult fleas by attacking their
nervous system. It destroys adult fleas before they can
lay eggs and thus reduce egg production to a bare
minimum. With a continued activity for four weeks,
this insecticide prevents flea infestations by breaking
the flea life cycle.

How does it work?
 Milbemycin oxime is an antiparasitic endectocide that
destroys the larval and adult stages of intestinal
worms. It also wipes off the larval stages of
heartworms and thus prevents heartworm infections
in dogs. The combined effect of the two ingredients
makes Trifexis one of its kinds of chewable used for
treating mixed infections and infestations.

How does it work?
 Each chewable tablet contains at least 30 mg/Kg of
Spinosad and 0.5 mg/Kg of Milbemycin Oxime.
Available in five sizes the chewable is a single solution
to varied parasitic problems in dogs.

Benefits
 Single treatment for various parasitic problems
 Fast acting flea treatment that starts killing adult fleas
within 30 minutes of administration
 Destroys 100% existing fleas within 4 hours
 Oral administration keeps away issues faced with
topical treatment
 Once in a month treatment

Benefits
 Kills and prevents flea infestations
 Prevents heartworm infections
 Treats and controls gastrointestinal worms including
tapeworms, roundworms and whipworms
 Easy to administer treatment as pets love the taste of
the flavored chewable
 No issues of washing or bathing the pet after
treatment
 It aids in controlling Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD).

Direction
 Trifexis dosage varies with the weight of dog. Weight
your pet first. Based on the weight choose the relevant
pack out of the five available Trifexis packs. Check the
dosage table for details.
 For best results, administer the relevant dosage along
with the food. It may not give the desired results when
given on an empty stomach. It can be given directly in
the pet’s mouth. If the pet resists taking it directly,
then mix with his food.

Safety
 Keep away from the reach of children.
 Do not administer the tablet to pets allergic to any of its
ingredients.
 Consult a vet if the pet has a history of seizures or epilepsy.
 Follow the label instructions. Do not overdose. On
observing any signs of overdosing like vomiting, take vet
advice immediately.
 Store the chewables at room temperatures that is 68-77 F.
 Take vet advice for correct method of disposing the pack
and the left out tablets.

Safety
 Side effects are rare but may occur to hypersensitive pets.
Follow vet’s advice on encountering any side effects.
 Vomiting is a common side effect that may occur within 48
hours of administration. It does not need any symptomatic
treatment, as the effects are transient.
 Other adverse reactions are lethargy, depression, muscle
tremors, seizures, diarrhea, pruritus, ataxia etc. If any of
these or any other abnormal reactions are observed then
consult a vet at the earliest.
 Trifexis is made up of pork-based protein, which may not
suit a dog that is allergic to pork.

Safety
 Do not administer after expiry date given on the label.
 Wash hands after administration.
 Human ingestion may prove toxic. Take urgent
medical help in such cases.
 Do not dispose off the unused chewables in water
waste areas of the household.

Contraindications:
 Do not administer to puppies and dogs that are
younger than 14 weeks of age.
 Do not administer to pets that are allergic to any of the
ingredients.

FAQs:
 When can I start giving Trifexis to my pet?
You can start it anytime of the year. However, it gives
best results when started one month before the
mosquito season. If you are already giving, any
heartworm treatments then switch to Trifexis within
one month of the last dose of the previous heartworm
preventive. Consult a vet for further advice.

FAQs:
 Are there any vet considerations before starting
Trifexis chewable tablets?
Consult your vet to check the individual sensitivity of
your pet towards any of the ingredients of the
chewables. Take his advice if you plan to breed your
pet. Confirm the usage of tablets if the pet has a
problem of epilepsy, seizures, and existing
heartworms. Follow your vet’s advice if the pet is
pregnant or lactating.

FAQs:
 What is the best way to administer Trifexis?
The ideal way is to give the chewable as a treat. If the pet
does not take it directly then mix it with his food.
Administering on an empty stomach may reduce the
effectiveness of the tablets. Repeat the tablet every
month preferably on the same date.

FAQs:
 Ask a vet if you are planning to give Trifexis for more
than six months in a year. If you are not going to
continue the tablet then make sure the last dosage
should be given at least three months after the
mosquito season. Follow your vet’s advice for your pet’s
individual sensitivities.

FAQs
 What are the side effects of Trifexis?
Though the side effects are rare but hypersensitive pets
may experience few adverse reactions. Vomiting is a
common side effect that may occur within 48 hours of
administering the tablet. It is a transient reaction and
so does not need any detailed treatment. Apart from
that lethargy, diarrhea, excessive salivation, skin
inflammation, pruritus, ataxia, seizures eye disorders
and blindness are other very rare side effects. Consult
your vet if any of these or other abnormal behavior is
observed.

FAQs
 Can I club Comfortis with other treatments?
Not without the advice of your vet.

More Info
Target species 14 weeks and older puppies and dogs
weighing at least 3.9 Kgs
Mode of administration Oral
Active Ingredient Spinosad and Milbemycin Oxime
Manufacturer Elanco
Brand Name Trifexis

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