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Coraxis® (moxidectin) Topical Solution for Dogs
Monthly broad-spectrum heartworm and intestinal parasite protection
Heartworms, hookworms, roundworms, whipworms
Topical
Moxidectin
Description
Coraxis® (moxidectin) Topical Solution for Dogs is a transdermal solution for dogs that continuously kills incoming heartworm larvae for 30 days. Administered monthly, Coraxis® also provides treatment and control of hookworms, roundworms and whipworms — which makes it a great addition to your clinic’s parasite-protection portfolio.
Coraxis® is not approved for the treatment of adult Dirofilaria immitis.
CAUTION: Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
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 site for two hours after application. (See Contraindications, Warnings, Human Warnings and Adverse Reactions for more information.)
CONTRAINDICATIONS: Do not use this product on cats.
Concerns
- Heartworms
- Hookworms
- Roundworms
- Whipworms
FAQs
Why prescribe Coraxis® Topical Solution?
See how transdermal moxidectin achieves and maintains high plasma levels, actively preventing Dirofilaria immitis all day, every day, for 30 days.
What are the active ingredients in Coraxis® Topical Solution?
The active ingredient is 2.5% moxidectin.
What are the dosing and frequency guidelines for Coraxis® Topical Solution?
Coraxis® can be administered to dogs and puppies 7 weeks of age and older that weigh at least 3 pounds. The recommended minimum dose is 1.1 mg/lb. (2.5 mg/kg) moxidectin, every 30 days by topical administration.
The transdermal formulation is rapidly absorbed, achieving and sustaining high plasma levels for 30 days. Coraxis® achieves a steady-state plasma concentration in the body after four consecutive monthly doses and maintains steady-state with continual monthly application; Coraxis® may be administered year-round.
Is Coraxis® Topical Solution still effective if my patients get wet after application?
Bathing 90 minutes after treatment and swimming 60 minutes after treatment does not reduce the effectiveness of Coraxis® in the prevention of heartworm disease.
Why prescribe Coraxis® Topical Solution?*
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| Hookworms | Ancylostoma caninum L4 |
✓ |
X |
X |
X |
| A. caninum immature adults |
✓ |
X |
X |
X |
|
| A. caninum adults |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
| A. braziliense adults |
X |
X |
X |
✓ |
|
| Uncinaria stenocephala L4 |
✓ |
X |
X |
X |
|
| U. stenocephala immature adults |
✓ |
X |
X |
X |
|
| U. stenocephala adults |
✓ |
X |
X |
✓ |
| Roundworms | Toxocara canis L4 |
✓ |
X |
X |
X |
| T. canis adults |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
| Toxascaris leonina |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
| Whipworms | Trichuris vulpis |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
X |
*Based on label comparisons.
