NexGard (active ingredient → afoxolaner) is a highly effective, monthly oral chewable tablet for dogs, manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim. It treats and prevents flea infestations within 24–48 hours and controls several tick species—helping protect against diseases like Lyme disease and babesiosis. NexGard also combats mange-causing mites. Suitable for dogs and puppies aged 8 weeks and older, this beef‑flavored tablet is typically easy for dogs to take and offers a mess-free alternative to topical treatments