NexGard Spectra for Dogs

NexGard Spectra for dogs treats and prevents flea infestations, control of ticks, heartworms and intestinal worms. It is approved for safe use on adult dogs and puppies from 8 weeks of age in Australia. NexGard Spectra uses the active ingredients Afoxolaner and Milbemycin Oxime. Each tasty chew will treat your dog for 1 month for fleas, ticks, heartworm and intestinal worms (not including tapeworm). You can purchase it in 3 packs, 6 packs and 12 packs. It comes in 5 weight ranges for dogs, each weight range will have a certain coloured packet associated with it; Orange for dogs 2.3-5 kg, yellow for dogs 3.6-7.5 kg, green 7.6-15 kg, purple for dogs 15.1-30 kg and red for dogs 30.1-60 kg. The most popular pack size is NexGard Spectra 6 packs. NexGard Spectra combines NexGard and Heartgard Plus in one chew tablet.

The list of parasites NexGard Spectra does and does not protect your dog against.
Product Fleas Ticks Heartworm Hookworm Roundworm Whipworm Tapeworm Ear Mites Type
NexGard Spectra Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Tablet


NexGard Spectra for Dogs Information

  • Rapidly kills fleas
  • Treats and controls ticks (Paralysis ticks, Brown dog ticks, Bush ticks)
  • Prevents heart worm disease
  • Treats and controls roundworms, hookworms and whipworms
  • Controls flea allergy dermatitis
  • Monthly treatment
  • Can be used on puppies from 8 weeks of age
  • Uses the active ingredients Afoxolaner and Milbemycin Oxime
  • Combines NexGard and Heartgard Plus
  • Tasty chew

 

NexGard Spectra FAQs

What does NexGard Spectra treat my dog for?

NexGard Spectra treats dogs for fleas, ticks, heartworm and most intestinal worms (not including tapeworm).

What age can I use NexGard Spectra on my puppy?

NexGard Spectra can be used on puppies from 8 weeks of age.

How long will NexGard Spectra work on my dog?

Each chew will last for 1 month. A 3 pack will treat 1 dog for 3 months.

How long after using NexGard Spectra can I wash or let my dog swim?

As it is NexGard Spectra is a tablet your dog can swim or be bathed right away.

What does NexGard Spectra not treat my dog for?

NexGard Spectra does not treat for hydatid tapeworm.

If my dog has any side effects to NexGard Spectra, what should I do?

If you notice your dog having any side effects after using NexGard Spectra, call or take your dog to the vet as soon as possible. Do not hesitate to take your pet to the vet as soon as possible.