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Description

Imoxi Topical Solution offers proven protection against a broad spectrum of parasites at an affordable price.

No pet should be vulnerable to fleas, heartworms, or intestinal parasites. Imoxi Topical Solution is a generic prescription topical combination that's proven effective for broad-spectrum prevention at a price that's easy on pet owners.

Transdermal moxidectin has a unique pharmacologic profile that provides benefits other formulations do not:

  • The only heartworm preventive formulation to be FDA approved as safe and effective for dogs with circulating microfilariae1
  • Month-long protection from heartworm disease2
  • Imoxi kills newly acquired heartworm larvae, each day, and through the entire month

Indications

Imoxi Topical Solution for Dogs is indicated for:

  • The prevention of heartworm disease
  • Treatment of circulating microfilariae
  • Kills adult fleas
  • Treatment of flea infestations
  • Treatment and control of sarcoptic mange
  • Treatment and control of intestinal parasite infections (roundworm, hookworm, and whipworm)

Imoxi Topical Solution for Cats is indicated for:

  • The prevention of heartworm disease
  • Kills adult fleas
  • Treatment of flea infestations
  • Treatment and control of ear mite infestations
  • Treatment and control of intestinal parasite infections (roundworm and hookworm)

Active Ingredients

Imoxi Topical Solution for Dogs contains 10% imidacloprid + 2.5% moxidectin.

Imoxi Topical Solution for Cats contains 10% imidacloprid + 1% moxidectin.

Dosage and Administration

Imoxi Topical Solution for Dogs
The recommended minimum dose is 4.5 mg/lb. (10 mg/kg) imidacloprid and 1.1 mg/lb. (2.5 mg/kg) moxidectin, once a month, by topical administration. WATCH: How to apply Imoxi Topical Solution for Dogs

As specified in the table, administer the entire contents of the Imoxi Topical Solution for Dogs tube that correctly corresponds with the body weight of the dog. The safe use of Imoxi Topical Solution for Dogs has not been established in puppies and dogs less than 7 weeks of age or less than 3 lbs. body weight.

Dog (lbs.) Volume (mL) Imidacloprid (mg) Moxidectin (mg)
3 – 9 0.4 40 10
9.1 – 20 1.0 100 25
20.1 – 55 2.5 250 62.5
55.1 – 88 4.0 400 100
88.1 – 110* 5.0 500 125

Imoxi Topical Solution for Cats
The recommended minimum dose is 4.5 mg/lb (10.0 mg/kg) imidacloprid and 0.45 mg/lb (1.0 mg/kg) moxidectin, once a month, by topical administration. WATCH: How to apply Imoxi Topical Solution for Cats

As specified in the following table, administer the entire contents of the Imoxi Topical Solution for Cats tube that correctly corresponds with the body weight of the cat. Do not use on cats less than 9 weeks of age or less than 2 lbs. body weight.

Cat (lbs.) Volume (mL) Imidacloprid (mg) Moxidectin (mg)
2 – 5 0.23 23 2.3
5.1 – 9 0.4 40 4
9.1 – 18 0.8 80 8

Refer to the Dosage and Administration section of the full prescribing information for application instructions.

How Packaged

Imoxi Topical Solution is a colorless to yellow ready-to-use solution packaged in a single-dose applicator tube.

Where to Buy

Imoxi Topical Solution is available from a licensed veterinarian. Veterinarians can contact their Vetoquinol representative or preferred distributor.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

CAUTION: Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Dogs: WARNING: DO NOT ADMINISTER THIS PRODUCT ORALLY. For the first 30 minutes after application, ensure that dogs cannot lick the product from application sites on themselves or other treated animals. Children should not come in contact with the application sites for two (2) hours after application. (See Contraindications, Warnings, Human Warnings and Adverse Reactions for more information.) Cats: Do not use on sick, debilitated, or underweight cats. Avoid oral ingestion. For full prescribing information, visit www.vetoquinolusa.com/imoxi-info.

  1. Freedom of Information Summary. NADA 141-251 Supplement. Oct. 24, 2013.
  2. Bowman, D.D., Ohmes, C.M., Hostetler, J.A. et al. Efficacy of 10% imidacloprid + 2.5% moxidectin topical solution (Advantage Multi® for Dogs) for the prevention of heartworm disease and infection all month long. Parasites Vectors 10, 478 (2017).