Revolution Topical Solution for Dogs
Product Description
Description
Topical REVOLUTION treats both internal and external parasites. REVOLUTION kills adult fleas and prevents flea eggs from hatching for a full month and is indicated for the prevention and control of flea infestations, prevention of heartworm disease, and the treatment and control of ear mite infestations. REVOLUTION is also indicated for the treatment and control of sarcoptic mange and for the control of tick infestations.
Benefits
- REVOLUTION is a safe choice for protecting dogs from a range of common parasites, with no separation time from other pets required.
- REVOLUTION is proven safe in puppies as young as 6 weeks, breeding males and females, pregnant and nursing females, heartworm positive dogs, and ivermectin sensitive collies.
Consult with your veterinarian for proper dosage and course of treatment.
Safety Information
Warnings
Use caution when using in sick, underweight, or debilitated pets. At labeled doses of REVOLUTION, dogs positive for the MDR1 mutation (eg. collies, Austrailian shepherds, shelties, long haired Whippets) should tolerate the medication, but use cautiously. Higher doses may cause neurological toxicity in these dogs.
Precautions
At labeled doses of REVOLUTION, dogs positive for the MDR1 mutation (eg. collies, Austrailian shepherds, shelties, long haired Whippets) should tolerate the medication, but use cautiously. Higher doses may cause neurological toxicity in these dogs. REVOLUTION appears to be safe to use in pregnant or lactating dogs.
Food and Drug Interactions
None documented.
Caution is advised if using other drugs that can inhibit p-glycoprotein. Those dogs at risk for the MDR1 genetic mutation (eg. collies, Austrailian shepherds, shelties, long haired Whippets, "white feet" breeds) should probably not receive REVOLUTION with the following drugs and drug classes, unless tested normal:
- AMIODARONE
- CARVEDILOL
- CLARITHROMYCIN
- CYCLOSPORINE
- DILTIAZEM
- ERYTHROMYCIN
- ITRACONAZOLE
- KETOCONAZOLE
- QUINIDINE
- SPIRONOLACTONE
- TAMOXIFEN
- VERAPAMIL
Human Warnings
Not for human use. Keep out of reach of children.
In humans, REVOLUTION may be irritating to skin and eyes. Reactions such as hives, itching and skin redness have been reported in humans in rare instances.
Individuals with known hypersensitivity to REVOLUTION should use the product with caution or consult a health care professional.
REVOLUTION contains isopropyl alcohol and the preservative butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT).
Wash hands after use and wash off any product in contact with the skin immediately with soap and water.
If contact with eyes occur, flush eyes copiously with water.
In case of ingestion by a human, contact a physicial immediately.
Wait 2 hours or more after applying to bathe the animal or allow to go swimming.
Dispose of empty containers in the regular trash.
Do not pour unused product down the drain.
Side Effects
Possible Side Effects
In field trials, adverse reactions were rare.
Other effects reported (<0.5% incidence) include:
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Muscle tremors
- Anorexia (lack of appetite)
- Pruitus (itching of the skin)
- Urticaria (rash or red welts)
- Erythema (reddening of the skin)
- Lethargy
- Salivation
- Tachypnea (abnormally rapid breathing)
Rarely, seizures and ataxia (loss of full control of bodily movements) have been reported in dogs.
Contact your veterinarian if you believe your pet is experiencing side effects.
Additional Information
Product Administration
Topical
Product Form
Liquid for topical application
Ingredients
Selamectin
Storage
Store below 30°C (86°F). Keep away from flame or other igniters.
Manufacturer
Zoetis
Prescribing Info/Brochures
- https://www.zoetisus.com/products/pages/revolution_dogs/home.aspx
- https://prod-npim-media-static.s3.amazonaws.com/media/guides/selamectin.pdf?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAT6YUBUSOGBKN7377%2F20220414%2Fus-east-2%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20220414T012819Z&X-Amz-Expires=604800&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=21a8efc34b9c8f217470901442e2f8310717729f49c00bf599b476e26de6f60a