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openFDA reaction terms and case summaries are supporting evidence, not proof of causality.
Drug type: Generic ingredient • Generic profile • Regulatory linkage incomplete
Species: Both
Approval status: Official document linked, regulatory match incomplete. An official source document is available, but Roxee has not linked this row to a confirmed FDA animal-drug application or product record yet.
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To prevent canine heartworm diseases by eliminating the tissue stage of heartworm larvae ( Dirofilaria immitis ) for a month (30 days) after infection. For the treatment and control of ascarids ( Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonine ), and hookworms ( Ancylostoma caninum, A braziliense, and Uncinaria stenocephala ). Ivermectin: to prevent canine heartworm diseases by eliminating the tissue larval stage of Dirofilaria immitis for a month (30 days) after infection. Pyrantel pamoate: for the treatment and control of adult Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina, Ancylostoma caninum, A braziliense, and Uncinaria stenocephala. Species commonly shown: Both.
To prevent canine heartworm diseases by eliminating the tissue stage of heartworm larvae ( Dirofilaria immitis ) for a month (30 days) after infection. For the treatment and control of ascarids ( Toxocara canis , Toxascaris leonine ), and hookworms ( Ancylostoma caninum , A braziliense , and Uncinaria stenocephala ). Ivermectin: to prevent canine heartworm diseases by eliminating the tissue larval stage of Dirofilaria immitis for a month (30 days) after infection. Pyrantel pamoate: for the treatment and control of adult Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina, Ancylostoma caninum, A braziliense, and Uncinaria stenocephala.
Use monthly. Recommended for dogs 6 weeks of age or older. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a veterinarian. All dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infection before starting treatment with HEARTGARD Plus which is not effective against adult D. immitis . Infected dogs must be treated to remove adult heartworms and microfilariae before initiating a program with HEARTGARD Plus. Use monthly. Recommended for dogs 6 weeks of age or older. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a veterinarian.
Top reported reactions (openFDA): Vomiting, Diarrhoea, INEFFECTIVE, HEARTWORM LARVAE, Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological'), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm, Underdose.
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To prevent canine heartworm diseases by eliminating the tissue stage of heartworm larvae ( Dirofilaria immitis ) for a month (30 days) after infection. For the treatment and control of ascarids ( Toxocara canis , Toxasca...
Dosing note:
Exact dosing depends on your pet's species, weight, and health status. Use your veterinarian's instructions for the exact dose and schedule.
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Roxee has limited cited overview evidence for Ivermectin 68Mcg Pyrantel 57Mg; use the official documents and your veterinarian's instructions for product-specific decisions.
27 tracked reaction signals; 24 reported cases; 3 serious reports; 1 species group. These are reporting and label-derived signals for interpretation with a veterinarian.
Adverse-event reports help form a watch list, but they do not prove the medication caused the reaction and they are not a risk ranking between medications.
Official labels, package inserts, and reviewed summaries carry more weight than isolated reports.
Case reports and openFDA terms are useful for pattern awareness, but they are incomplete, can include multiple exposures, and do not estimate an individual pet's probability of harm.
Weight loss (1 reports), Medication error NOS (1 reports), Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm (1 reports), Vomiting (1 reports), Unsteady walking (ataxia) (1 reports)
Digestive (4), Neurologic (2), Behavior (1), Effectiveness (5)
Dog (27 reports)
Retriever - Labrador (2), Crossbred Canine/dog (2), Rottweiler (1), ['Hound - Basset', 'Dog (unknown)'] (1). These are report metadata, not proof that a breed is at higher risk.
Verify whether Ivermectin 68Mcg Pyrantel 57Mg fits the pet's species, current diagnosis, age, weight, organ status, pregnancy/lactation status, and concurrent medications.
Separate label-backed warnings from adverse-event reports and owner observations before changing the plan.
Use monthly, Recommended for dogs 6 weeks of age or older, All dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infection before starting treatment with HEARTGARD, immitis, Infected dogs must be treated to remove adult heartworms and microfilariae before initiating a progr
Repeated vomiting or diarrhea. Severe lethargy (hard to wake, very low energy). Collapse or fainting.
Review status / Updated / Sources
Review status: Clinical reviewer not listed
Updated: April 11, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC
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Use monthly. Recommended for dogs 6 weeks of age or older. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a veterinarian. All dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infection before starting treatment with HEARTGARD Plus which is not effective against adult D. immitis . Infected dogs must be treated to remove adult heartworms and microfilariae before initiating a program with HEARTGARD Plus. Use monthly. Recommended for dogs 6 weeks of age or older. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a veterinarian.
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Received 2026-03-20 · MSK · MSK
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| Reaction | Body system | Cases | Species | Serious cases |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 1 | Dog | 1 | |
| Other | 1 | Dog | 1 | |
| Effectiveness | 1 | Dog | 1 | |
| Digestive | 1 | Dog | 0 | |
| Neurologic | 1 | Dog | 0 | |
| Other | 1 | Dog | 0 | |
| Other | 1 | Dog | 0 | |
| Digestive | 1 | Dog | 0 |
Species coverage: Dog (27)
| Reaction | Body system | Species | Seriousness | Frequency | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Dog | Serious | - | 1 | |
| Digestive | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Neurologic | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Serious | - | 1 | |
| Digestive | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Effectiveness | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Effectiveness | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Effectiveness | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Effectiveness | Dog | Serious | - | 1 | |
| Effectiveness | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Digestive | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Digestive | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Non-serious | - | 1 | |
| Other | Dog | Unknown | - | - | |
| Neurologic | Dog | Unknown | - | - | |
| Behavior | Dog | Unknown | - | - |
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To prevent canine heartworm diseases by eliminating the tissue stage of heartworm larvae ( Dirofilaria immitis ) for a month (30 days) after infection. For the treatment and control of ascarids ( Toxocara canis , Toxascaris leonine ), and hookworms ( Ancylostoma caninum , A braziliense , and Uncinaria stenocephala ). Ivermectin: to prevent canine heartworm diseases by eliminating the tissue larval stage of Dirofilaria immitis for a month (30 days) after infection. Pyrantel pamoate: for the treatment and control of adult Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina, Ancylostoma caninum, A braziliense, and Uncinaria stenocephala.
Use monthly. Recommended for dogs 6 weeks of age or older. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a veterinarian. All dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infection before starting treatment with HEARTGARD Plus which is not effective against adult D. immitis . Infected dogs must be treated to remove adult heartworms and microfilariae before initiating a program with HEARTGARD Plus. Use monthly. Recommended for dogs 6 weeks of age or older. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a veterinarian.
De-duplicated reaction terms grouped by body system from FDA openFDA reports (not verified; does not prove causation).
Showing top 5 for Digestive.
Showing top 5 for Neurologic.
Showing top 5 for Behavior.
Showing top 5 for Effectiveness.
Showing top 5 for Other.
Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.
These are individual FDA adverse event reports. They are unverified and do not prove the medication caused the reaction.
Dog, Rottweiler, Male, 8 year, 39.372 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Tablet, chewable, Oral, Dose: 1 dose per animal, Frequency: 1 per month • Reactions: Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm, Weight loss • Outcome: Ongoing
Dog, Retriever - Labrador, Female, 3 year, 23.587 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Tablet, chewable, Oral • Reactions: Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm, Medication error NOS • Outcome: Ongoing
Dog, ['Hound - Basset', 'Dog (unknown)'], Male, 12.67 year, 18.597 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unassigned, Unknown • Reactions: Elevated cholesterol, Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase, Hyposthenuria, Paraphimosis, Limb weakness… • Outcome: Ongoing
Dog, ['Beagle', 'Dog (unknown)'], Female, 8 year, 22.044 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unknown, Frequency: 1 per month • Reactions: Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - roundworm NOS, Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - hookworm, Excessive appetite, Anal and rectal disorder NOS • Outcome: Ongoing
Dog, Spaniel - Cocker American, Female, 2 year, 10.4 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Unknown • Reactions: Neutropenia • Outcome: Ongoing
Dog, Crossbred Canine/dog, Male, 3 year, 31.389 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Tablet, chewable, Oral, Frequency: 1 per month • Reactions: Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm • Outcome: Ongoing
Dog, Retriever - Labrador, Female, 6 year, 41.549 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Tablet, chewable, Oral • Reactions: Lack of efficacy - NOS, Dermal mass, Ear canal inflammation, Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase, Hyperproteinaemia… • Outcome: Ongoing
Dog, Crossbred Canine/dog, Male, 3 year, 31.389 kilogram • Drug: MSK, Tablet, chewable, Oral • Reactions: Lack of efficacy (endoparasite) - heartworm • Outcome: Ongoing
Data source: FDA openFDA Animal & Veterinary adverse event reports.
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