Food and Drug Administration
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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T99-31 Print Media: 301-827-6242 July 12, 1999 Consumer Inquiries: 301-INFO-FDA
The drug is applied topically once a month. The duration of treatment depends on the type of parasitic infection.
In clinical trials, Revolution was shown to be safe and effective, with minimal side effects, and was well tolerated by healthy dogs and cats. Caution must be used when treating sick, debilitated or underweight animals.
Revolution will be sold by Pfizer Inc. of New York, N.Y. beginning this fall. It will be available only on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
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