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Valuheart Heartworm Tablets for Dogs 23-44 lbs (11-20 kg)
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Description
Valuheart Monthly Heartworm Tablets (23–44 lbs / 11–20 kg) deliver a monthly 120 mcg ivermectin dose to intercept Dirofilaria immitis tissue-stage larvae before they progress to adulthood. Each tablet in this variant is color-coded green, distinguishing it from the blue (up to 22 lbs) and gold (45–88 lbs) formulations. Manufactured by Value Plus Animal Health Care Products and registered under APVMA number 66287/53240, this is a single-ingredient oral preventive without additional parasiticide components.
Recommended for
Dogs weighing 23–44 lbs (11–20 kg) from 6 weeks of age.
Indication/Coverage
For dogs suffering from, or at risk from, heartworm infection:
- Prevention of heartworm disease: Eliminates tissue-stage larvae of Dirofilaria immitis acquired during the 30-day period preceding each dose; established adult worms in the cardiovascular system are not affected by this product.
Key Benefits
The green Valuheart tablet addresses the dosing requirements of medium-sized dogs with the following labeled attributes:
- Mid-Range Weight Coverage: Formulated for dogs from 11 to 20 kg, this variant closes the gap between the small-dog blue tablet and the large-dog gold tablet without requiring dose splitting or combination.
- Minimum Dose Compliance: Each green tablet delivers 120 mcg ivermectin, meeting the minimum labeled dose of 6 mcg per kg bodyweight across the full 11–20 kg range.
- Monthly Larval Elimination: Each dose clears immitis L3 and L4 larvae acquired in the preceding 30-day window, interrupting larval progression before they develop into adult worms.
- Early-Life Eligibility: Labeled from 6 weeks of age, covering medium-breed puppies through to adulthood within this weight class.
- Retroactive Coverage Window: Treatment initiated up to 4 months after first mosquito exposure still controls heartworm infection, provided monthly dosing continues for a minimum of 12 months.
- Broad Breeding Safety: Label data confirm safe use in stud dogs, pregnant bitches, and lactating females at standard doses without restriction.
- Flexible Oral Delivery: The tablet may be hand-fed, incorporated into a meal, or concealed in a treat, accommodating dogs that resist handling required for topical spot-on products.
Caution
Hazards to Humans
Keep out of reach of children. Wash hands after handling tablets or contact with the dog’s saliva shortly after dosing. If accidental ingestion occurs, seek medical attention promptly. Avoid allowing children to handle tablets directly.
Hazards to Domestic Animals
Valuheart is for oral use in dogs only; do not administer to cats or other species. This variant is labeled for dogs from 6 weeks of age weighing 11–20 kg. Dogs with no prior heartworm prevention history or a lapse in their preventive program should be tested for adult heartworm and circulating microfilariae before the first dose, as this product does not eliminate adult infections. Consult a veterinarian before use in debilitated, aged, or underweight animals. Individual sensitivity reactions, while uncommon, have been observed; discontinue and seek veterinary assessment if unexpected signs develop.
Possible Side Effects
Monitor your dog for at least 30 minutes following the first administration and after any dose given to a dog with suspected prior mosquito exposure.
The following reactions have been documented in clinical settings:
- Transient diarrhea: Observed in dogs harboring circulating microfilariae at the time of dosing, arising from a hypersensitivity response to dying microfilariae rather than direct ivermectin toxicity.
- Individual sensitivity: A small proportion of dogs may exhibit atypical reactions at the labeled dose; discontinue administration and seek veterinary assessment if neurological signs, excessive salivation, or persistent lethargy develop.
Contact a veterinarian promptly if any side effect persists beyond 24 hours or worsens after the initial dose.
Direction
Valuheart for Dogs 23–44 lbs (11–20 kg) is given orally as a plain, unflavored tablet once every 30 days. Offer it directly by hand, embed it in a meal, or conceal it in a treat the dog reliably consumes. Do not leave the dog unattended immediately after dosing. If the tablet is spat out or vomited before absorption, administer a complete replacement tablet without waiting for the next scheduled dose.How to Open
- Hold the blister pack with the clear plastic side facing up. Press the dome firmly until the tablet pushes through the foil.
- If needed, make a small nick in the foil above the tablet, then press it out from the plastic side.
- Store the remaining blister pack in its original packaging after each use.
How to Administer
- Confirm the dog's current body weight on dosing day. Dogs below 11 kg should not receive this variant; use the blue (up to 22 lbs) tablet. Dogs exceeding 20 kg should transition to the gold (45–88 lbs) tablet.
- Offer the green tablet by hand, place it on top of the dog's regular meal, or wrap it in a small piece of food the dog reliably consumes.
- Allow the dog to ingest the tablet fully, then remain with the dog for several minutes to verify complete swallowing.
- If the tablet is rejected, re-offer it concealed in a different food.
- Record the administration date on the calendar sticker enclosed in the pack to maintain a consistent 30-day interval.
Storage
- Store below 30°C (86°F) at room temperature.
- Keep out of reach of children at all times.
- Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging; the stated expiry refers to the last day of the month indicated.
- Retain tablets in the original blister packaging until the day of use to protect against moisture and contamination.
Tips for Using
The following practices support consistent monthly protection against heartworm in medium-sized dogs:- Test for Heartworm Before Starting: Before beginning or restarting Valuheart, ask your veterinarian to perform a heartworm test to check for adult worms and microfilariae. The medication does not eliminate existing adult heartworms, and administering it to an infected dog may cause temporary reactions such as diarrhea.
- Monitor Your Dog’s Weight: Check your dog’s weight regularly. If your dog weighs 20 kg or more, the green tablet may no longer provide the recommended dosage. Transition to the yellow tablet 45 to 88 lbs (21 to 40 kg) at the next scheduled dose.
- Follow the Minimum Age Requirement: Valuheart should not be given to puppies younger than 6 weeks of age, regardless of their body weight.
- Administer with Food if Needed: The tablet can be given directly by hand, mixed with your dog’s meal, or hidden inside a treat to encourage acceptance. Food is used only to improve willingness to take the tablet and does not affect how the medication works.
- Conceal the Tablet for Easier Administration: Because Valuheart has no flavoring, hiding it in wet food, cheese, or a pill pocket can make it less likely that your dog will detect and refuse the medication.
- Observe Your Dog After Dosing: Watch your dog for several minutes after administration to ensure the entire tablet has been swallowed. Smaller dogs may sometimes keep the tablet in their mouth and spit it out after you leave.
- Replace Any Lost Dose Promptly: If your dog spits out or vomits any part of the tablet shortly after administration, provide a complete replacement dose. An incomplete dose may reduce protection during the current treatment period.
- Use Dose Reminders: Place the provided reminder sticker on a calendar immediately after each administration to help maintain a consistent monthly schedule.
- Choose a Fixed Monthly Date: Giving Valuheart on the same date each month (for example, the first day of the month) helps prevent delays or inconsistencies compared with counting 30 days between doses.
- Manage Missed Doses Correctly: Give a missed dose as soon as you remember and continue with the regular monthly schedule. If more than 4 months have passed since the last dose, consult your veterinarian about heartworm testing before restarting treatment.
| Product Name | Valuheart Heartworm Tablets for Dogs 23-44 lbs (11-20 kg) |
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| Target Weight | 23 – 44 lbs (11 – 20 kg) |
| Packaging Color | Green |
| Active Ingredients | Ivermectin 120 mcg |
| Application Type | Monthly systemic preventative treatment |
| Appearance | Round, white tablets |
| Administration Route | Oral administration |
| Pack Sizes Available | 6 tablets per pack |
| Treatment Frequency | Once monthly (every 30 days) |
| Effective Against | Heartworm larvae (Dirofilaria immitis, tissue stage) |
| Storage | Below 30°C (86°F) |
FAQs
1. My dog weighs exactly 11 kg today. Is the green (23–44 lbs) tablet the right choice?
Yes. The green Valuheart tablet (120 mcg ivermectin) is appropriate for dogs from 11 kg. A dog at exactly 11 kg on dosing day falls within this variant’s labeled range. Reweigh before each monthly dose, as a dog that drops below 11 kg should revert to the blue (up to 22 lbs) tablet. Dogs exceeding 20 kg should move to the gold (45–88 lbs) tablet. Valuheart is available in two other weight-based variants:
2. Is 120 mcg ivermectin safe for a medium dog at the lower end of this range, say 11 kg?
Yes. The labeled dosage is 6 mcg of ivermectin per kilogram of body weight. For a dog weighing 11 kg, a 120 mcg tablet provides approximately 10.9 mcg/kg, which falls within the recommended dosing range. According to Value Plus, this formulation has a wide margin of safety for dogs of all breeds when used as directed.
However, the 120 mcg tablet should not be given to dogs weighing less than 11 kg. For smaller dogs, the 60 mcg (blue) tablet, intended for dogs up to 22 lb (10 kg), is the more appropriate option based on the manufacturer’s recommendations.
3. My dog just crossed from the under-22 lbs range into the 23–44 lbs range. Do I switch tablets immediately?
Yes, switch at the next dose. Once your dog’s weight exceeds 10 kg, the blue tablet delivers a sub-labeled dose per kilogram. Move to the green Valuheart tablet (120 mcg) at the next scheduled monthly administration. Do not attempt to compensate by doubling a blue tablet dose.
4. What should I do if I miss a monthly dose of Valuheart 23–44 lbs?
Administer the green tablet as soon as the lapse is identified and resume the monthly schedule from that date. The label confirms heartworm control is maintained when treatment is initiated up to 4 months after mosquito exposure, provided monthly dosing continues for at least 12 months. If the gap exceeds 4 months, consult a veterinarian about heartworm testing before restarting.
5. My medium-breed dog has never been on heartworm prevention. Can I start Valuheart directly?
A dog with no prior prevention history should be tested for existing adult heartworm infection and circulating microfilariae before the first dose. Valuheart does not eliminate established adult D. immitis; administering to an infected dog may provoke a transient hypersensitivity reaction. A veterinarian should carry out an antigen test and clear the dog before monthly prevention begins.
6. Can Valuheart 23–44 lbs be used in a pregnant or nursing medium-breed dog?
Yes. The label confirms safe use in pregnant bitches and lactating females at the standard labeled dose without restriction. No dosing adjustment is required for breeding females in this weight range. If the dog is also debilitated or underweight, seek veterinary guidance before administering.
7. Does Valuheart 23–44 lbs protect against fleas, ticks, or intestinal worms?
No. Valuheart contains ivermectin as its sole active ingredient and carries a labeled indication only for heartworm prevention (D. immitis larval stages). It provides no coverage against fleas, ticks, or intestinal nematodes. Dogs requiring multi-parasite coverage should be assessed for a product with broader labeled indications.
8. My 15 kg dog spat out the green tablet. Do I wait until next month to re-dose?
No. Administer a full replacement green tablet immediately. Partial ingestion cannot be verified visually, and an incomplete dose leaves larvae from the current 30-day window uncovered. Conceal the replacement tablet in food or a treat to encourage full consumption, then observe the dog until swallowing is confirmed.
9. Can I give the green Valuheart tablet to my 11 kg puppy that is only 5 weeks old?
No. The minimum labeled age is 6 weeks, regardless of weight. A puppy that has not yet reached 6 weeks of age should not receive any ivermectin-based preventive. Begin monthly dosing once the puppy reaches both the minimum age and the weight threshold for this variant.
10. My dog weighs 20.5 kg. Should I use the green tablet or move up to the gold?
Move to the gold (45–88 lbs) tablet. A dog exceeding 20 kg is outside the labeled range for the green variant, and the 120 mcg dose falls below the minimum 6 mcg per kg bodyweight threshold for that body mass. Administer the gold tablet (240 mcg) at the next scheduled dose and continue monthly from that point.
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