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How does Heartgard work?

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How does Heartgard work?

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Heartgard is used in the prevention of heartworm infections. It kills the immature form of the heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis). Heartgard contains ivermectin, which interferes with the parasite’s nerve transmission, causing paralysis and death of the immature heartworms (larvae).

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