Tri-Heart Plus

Tri-Heart Plus is a chewable tablet that is effective against heartworms and other hazardous parasites. Dogs can get infected with hookworms, roundworms, or heartworms at any point in life. Tri-Heart Plus is formulated with a tested combination of Ivermectin and Pyrantel to protect your dogs from these parasites. Tri-Heart Plus chewable tablets effectively prevent heartworms in dogs triggered by Dirofilaria immitis. The tablet is also effective in controlling and treating Ascarids and hookworms in canines and also six-week-old pups.

It is surprising to know that both the top-line medicines are very similar when compared to their differences. The similarities are because of the two main ingredients in their making (Ivermectin and Pyrantel Pamoate). The similarity in ingredients makes them equally effective in preventing heartworms and treating roundworms and hookworms. Both Heartgard Plus and Tri-Heart Plus are available only on a veterinarian prescription. The dosage is also the same and given once every month. Both the medications are safe for breeding and pregnant dogs. The minimum age of puppies should be at least six weeks or more for administering both medicines. However, with all these similarities, the medications still have two key differences. The first difference is that Tri-Heart Plus is a beef-flavored chewable tablet, whereas Heartgard Plus is a soft beefy chew. The second difference is the rates; Tri-Heart Plus is much cheaper than Heartgard Plus, making the former a preferred choice.

The effective dosage of Tri-Heart Plus is once every month or as per the dosage prescribed by your veterinarian. You can give the tablet directly or can even mix it with your dog’s routine food. It totally depends on how comfortable your dog is with taking these chewable tablets. However, the Tri-Heart Plus tablets come in beef flavor, and most dogs just eat it like some treat. We must ensure that the dosage is regular and once every month to protect your dog by eliminating any growing larva before it reaches your dog’s heart.

Tri-Heart Plus is good for 30 days only. Hence, be sure to repeat the dosage immediately after a month. If you have missed a dose, give it as soon as you realize it and continue monthly. If the missed dose is over by two weeks, your dog must undergo microfilariae and antigen tests in 6 months. Repeat the tests in 6 months, as sometimes the results are not visible in the initial 6-month heartworm test. Because of its effectiveness of 30 days, you should set reminders for medication so that you do not miss any dose.

A simple answer to this can be a Yes. The monthly dosage of Tri-Heart Plus is capable of doing a lot more than preventing heartworm diseases. The medication can also control intestinal parasites like tapeworms, whipworms, hookworms, and roundworms. The only thing to remember is a regular dosage every 30 days and without skipping any dosage.

Any medication that includes Tri-heart Plus, which has reached its expiry date, should not be administered on pets. Tri-Heart Plus is only effective when used within its expiration date and when stored as mentioned on the medicine pack. The expiration date specifies that the active ingredients (Ivermectin and Pyrantel Pamoate) will not work effectively beyond the date.

There are two main differences between Tri-Heart Plus and Heartgard Plus. The first difference is that Tri-Heart Plus comes as a beef-flavored chewable tablet, whereas Heartgard Plus is a soft beefy chew. The second difference is the price; Tri-Heart Plus is much cheaper than Heartgard Plus, making the former a preferred choice.

The main difference between the two medications is their active ingredients. While Tri-Heart Plus has Ivermectin and Pyrantel Pamoate, Trifexis contains Spinosad and Milbemycin Oxime. Other differences include the minimum dosage age, which is six weeks for Tri-Heart Plus, while it is eight weeks and 6 lbs of weight for Trifexis. Tri-Heart Plus is safe for breeding and pregnant dogs, but Trifexis is not yet proven for safety in pregnant, breeding, and lactating dogs. Trifexis provides extra protection from other hazardous parasites like fleas and whipworms, which cannot be said for Tri-Heart Plus.

Yes, it is mandatory to have a prescription to buy Tri-Heart Plus chewable tablets. You can consult your veterinarian about the same and get them prescribed for your pet dog.