Tapeworms Can Pose Real Threats to Dogs and People

Dipylidium caninum (flea tapeworms): Undetected

Most infections with D. caninum are symptomatic4 and 96% of D. caninum tapeworm infections were missed using passive flotation2 causing them to go undetected. When left to grow to adult size, these tapeworms can be up to two feet long.5
 

Echinococcus spp. Tapeworms: Emerging Zoonotic Threat

A recent study has shown that the Echinococcus spp. tapeworm family is spreading throughout the U.S. causing experts to classify it as an emerging threat.6
Since Echinococcus spp. tapeworms are zoonotic, this can pose a serious risk to both dogs and humans.

Not all intestinal parasites are easy to detect

DogParcs Study Details

  • Nationally, 1 in 5 (20.3%) of dogs were infected with intestinal parasites
  • The Southeast region had the highest prevalence of infection in dogs (27.3%)

DogParcs Study Metropolitan Areas1

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Indications for Interceptor Plus

Interceptor Plus is indicated for the prevention of heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis and for the treatment and control of adult roundworm (Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina), adult hookworm (Ancylostoma caninum), adult whipworm (Trichuris vulpis), and adult tapeworm (Taenia pisiformis, Echinococcus multilocularis, Echinococcus granulosus and Dipylidium caninum) infections in dogs and puppies 6 weeks of age or older and 2 pounds of body weight or greater.

Important Safety Information for Interceptor Plus

Treatment with fewer than 6 monthly doses after the last exposure to mosquitoes may not provide complete heartworm prevention. Prior to administration of Interceptor Plus, dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infections. The safety of Interceptor Plus has not been evaluated in dogs used for breeding or in lactating females. The following adverse reactions have been reported in dogs after administration of milbemycin oxime or praziquantel: vomiting, diarrhea, depression/lethargy, ataxia, anorexia, convulsions, weakness, and salivation. For full prescribing information see Interceptor Plus package insert.

Indications for Credelio

Credelio kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) and the treatment and control of tick infestations [Amblyomma americanum (lone star tick), Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick), Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick) and Rhipicephalus sanguineus (brown dog tick)] for one month in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older and weighing 4.4 pounds or greater.

Important Safety Information for Credelio

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 in dogs receiving this class of drugs, 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. The most frequently reported adverse reactions are weight loss, elevated blood urea nitrogen, polyuria, and diarrhea. For full prescribing information see Credelio package insert.

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