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Credelio Chewable Tablet for Dogs – Flea & Tick Treatment
Credelio is a monthly oral flea and tick treatment for dogs and puppies. It is a small, tasty beef-flavored chewable tablet that makes flea and tick protection simple for pet parents. Administered orally, it offers quick action against the pesky parasites without messy topical applications.
Credelio chewable kills adult fleas and helps prevent flea infestations. It is indicated for the treatment and control of various tick species. Moreover, it is also indicated for the prevention of Lyme disease infections as a direct result of killing black-legged ticks. Choose Credelio for Dogs to keep your furry friend healthy and pest-free!
Parasites covered:
- Adult fleas
- 5 types of ticks: lone star ticks, American dog ticks, black-legged ticks, brown dog ticks, and longhorned ticks
Indicated for:
- Dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older, weighing 4.4 lbs or more
How does Credelio for Dogs work?
Offered by Elanco, Credelio is formulated with lotilaner as its key ingredient. Lotilaner is an ectoparasiticide, meaning it kills external parasites. After administration, it mixes into the dog’s bloodstream. When fleas and ticks bite your dog, they ingest lotilaner, which inhibits GABA- and glutamate-gated chloride channels in the nervous system of fleas and ticks, leading to uncontrolled neuromuscular activity and death.
How fast does Credelio work?
Credelio starts to kill ticks and fleas within just four hours of administration. It has demonstrated 99% effectiveness against fleas within 8 hours and over 97% effectiveness against ticks after 48 hours.
Important notes:
- Lotilaner is a member of the isoxazoline class. This class has been associated with neurologic adverse reactions, including tremors, ataxia, and seizures. Seizures have been reported even in dogs without a history of seizures. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders.
- The safe use of Credelio in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs has not been evaluated.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Credelio for Dogs?
Credelio for Dogs is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) and the treatment and control of tick infestations for one month in dogs.
Q. What kind of ticks does Credelio cover?
Credelio is effective in the treatment and prevention of tick infestations caused by various ticks [Amblyomma americanum (lone star tick), Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick), Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick), Rhipicephalus sanguineus (brown dog tick), and Haemaphysalis longicornis (longhorned tick)] on dogs.
Q. What are the age criteria for using Credelio on Dogs?
Credelio is recommended for use in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older and weighing 4.4 pounds or greater.
Q. What are the key ingredients of Credelio?
Credelio contains lotilaner as its key ingredient.
Q. How does Credelio for Dogs work?
Credelio contains lotilaner, a member of the isoxazoline family, a novel class of parasiticides that targets the nervous system of ticks and fleas to paralyze and kill them.
Q. Does a flea or tick have to bite a dog to be killed by Credelio?
Yes. Credelio works systemically, which means that ticks/fleas have to feed on the pet in order to be exposed to lotilaner, the active ingredient.
Q. Why can I still see ticks on my dog after giving Credelio?
If you are seeing ticks on your dog after giving Credelio, it could be that the ticks you are seeing have just recently crawled onto the dog and have not yet started to feed (and, therefore, have not yet been exposed to Credelio). Moreover, dead ticks may also remain passively anchored to the dog.
Q. Is the efficiency of Credelio affected by bathing?
No, Credelio is an oral treatment, and bathing is not expected to compromise its effectiveness. Credelio, unlike topical products, offers dog owners a convenient way to administer flea and tick control that won’t interfere with medically required or other frequent bathing.
Q. Can I split a Credelio tablet?
Credelio tablets are given as a single-dose treatment. They are formulated to deliver optimum dosage with a single tablet, so there’s no need to split the tablet.
Q. Should I give Credelio tablets with food?
Yes. Due to reduced drug bioavailability in the fasted state, Credelio must be administered with a meal or within 30 minutes of feeding to achieve full efficacy.
Q. Are Credelio tablets flavored?
Yes, Credelio tablets are flavored for high palatability and quick acceptance by dogs.
Q. Can Credelio for Dogs be used in cats?
No, any product that is labeled for use in dogs should not be given to cats. There is a separate product for cats known as Credelio for Cats.
Q. What should I do if I miss giving a monthly dose of Credelio to my dog?
Credelio should be administered monthly. If a dose is missed, administer it with food and resume a monthly dosing schedule from that date.
Q. Does Credelio need to be chewed, or can it be swallowed whole?
Credelio is available as a chewable tablet. The tablets can be chewed or swallowed whole.
Q. Where can I buy Credelio for Dogs?
You can buy Credelio Flea and Tick Treatment from BudgetPetCare at affordable prices. Check BudgetPetCare for competitive pricing and seasonal offers.
Disclaimer :
This information is based on the details provided on the official product label and manufacturer documentation. It is not intended to substitute professional veterinary advice. Please consult your veterinarian before administering any treatment.
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