# NexGard Chewable Tablets for Dogs – Flea & Tick Treatment

> NexGard chewable tablets contain Afoxolaner, which kills fleas, ticks, and mites. Just one tablet protects your dog for a whole month. It’s a popular, easy-to-use choice for UK dog owners. NexGard® is prescription-only, so you’ll need a vet’s approval to get it. Fast acting formula Kills fleas, t...

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NexGard Chewable Tablets for Dogs are available in a 6 Dose Pack, (Prescription Only)

NexGard® is a vet-approved chewable oral parasite treatment for dogs, providing effective protection against fleas, ticks, and mites. Each tablet contains afoxolaner, which works quickly when parasites attach and start feeding. Moreover, NexGard® is convenient to give, with tasty beef-flavoured tablets your dog will enjoy.

For broader protection, consider NexGard SPECTRA®, which also treats intestinal worms and heartworm, making it an excellent choice for comprehensive parasite control.

**What it protects against**

- Fleas and ticks
- Demodectic and sarcoptic mange (skin conditions caused by mites)
- Ear mites (tiny parasites that cause ear irritation)
- Can be used as part of a strategy to control flea allergy dermatitis (FAD – skin irritation caused by flea bites)

**Dosage and administration**

Flavoured chewable tablets like Nexgard are tablets that dogs usually accept easily.

- Available for different dog weights:
- 2–4 kg
- 4–10 kg
- 10–25 kg
- 25–50 kg

For dogs over 50 kg, your vet may advise combining Nexgard tablets of different strengths.

**Important**: tablets should not be divided, and accurate body weight measurement is essential to ensure correct dosing. Underdosing can make the Nexgard treatment less effective and may lead to resistance.