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Description
Credelio kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment 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.
- Credelio (lotilaner) is a beef-flavored, chewable tablet that you give to your dog according to its weight.
- Credelio is given orally, once a month and must be administered with food or given within 30 minutes after feeding. Its overall acceptability is 100%, which makes dosing easy.
Why use Credelio Flea & Tick Chewable Tablets for Dogs & Puppies?
- Kills and treats flea and tick infestations
- Convenient once a month dosing
- Easy to administer beef flavored chewable tablet
Available in 1 month or 6 month supplies depending on your dogs weight as follows
- 4.4 to 6.0 lbs (56.25 mg) Yellow
- 6.1 to 12.0 lbs (112.5 mg) Purple
- 12.1 to 25.0 lbs (225 mg) Orange
- 25.1 to 50.0 lbs (450 mg) Green
- 50.1 to 100.0 lbs (900 mg) Blue
Consult your veterinarian for the appropriate tablet dose for your dog.
Treatment with Credelio can begin at any time of the year and can continue year-round without interruption.
Dosage Schedule
Body Weight
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Lotilaner Per Chewablet Tablet (mg)
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Chewable Tablets Administered
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4.4 to 6.0 lbs
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56.25
|
1
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6.1 to 12.0 lbs
|
112.5
|
1
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12.1 to 25.0 lbs
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225
|
1
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25.1 to 50.0 lbs
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450
|
1
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50.1 to 100.0 lbs
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900
|
1
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Over 100.0 lbs
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Administer the appropriate combination of chewable tablets
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Active ingredient(s)
Lotilaner
Indications
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
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.
by Elanco