Frontline ® FRONTLINE spot on for cats
Frontline Spot on Cat, spot-on solution for cats.
FRONTLINE spot on for cats Active ingredient: Fipronil.
FRONTLINE spot on for cats Areas of application: For the treatment of cats against flea, tick and hair lice infestation. Killing of fleas (Ctenocephalides spp.). The insecticidal effectiveness against adult fleas is maintained for 4 weeks. Killing of ticks (Ixodes ricinus, Dermacentor variabilis, Rhipicephalus sanguineus). The acaricidal activity against ticks lasts up to 2 weeks (according to experimental studies). Killing of hair lice (Felicola subrostratus). For the treatment and control of flea bite allergy (flea allergy dermatitis = FAD). [Oct 2017]
FRONTLINE spot on for cats For information on risks and side effects, read the package insert and ask your veterinarian or pharmacist. Frontline ® is a veterinary medicinal product for the prevention, treatment and reliable control of ticks, fleas and lice in cats. Frontline ® can also be used to treat flea bite allergies. Good reasons for FRONTLINE ® Ticks and fleas can cause skin diseases such as allergies and transmit pathogens that cause dangerous infectious diseases. Not only are our pets at risk, we as humans are also at risk if parasites are introduced into our homes. Frontline ® is the best known flea and tick repellent.
2 and has been reliably protecting our four-legged friends from fleas and ticks for years. Many satisfied users speak for the success of the product. Frontline ® is highly selective in the parasite and, when used correctly, is not critical for cats and humans.
- Reliable: Kills over 95% of fleas within 24 hours and over 90% of ticks within 48 hours
- Protective: The active ingredient is already effective as soon as the parasite touches the skin, a sting is not necessary for the effect
- Compatible: Low stress on the cat's organs and body, as the active ingredient is stored in the sebum glands
- Simple: Frontline ® Spot On is simply applied to the skin with a pipette
- Safe: May also be used in pregnant and nursing cats
FRONTLINE spot on for cats Recommendation for use:
Frontline ® should be used regularly, because complete protection is only available if there is sufficient active ingredient continuously. The effectiveness against adult fleas lasts for 4 weeks, against ticks for up to 2 weeks.
Spot on principle - easy to apply in 3 steps:
1. Take the pipette out of the blister and bend the pipette tip at the intended point.
2. Part the fur of the animal in the neck region in front of the shoulder blades until the skin is visible.
3. Place the pipette tip directly on the skin and empty the contents completely.
How does Frontline ® work ?:
After application, the active ingredient spreads over the upper layers of the animal's skin within 1-2 days. The active ingredient is stored in the sebum glands and continuously released with the sebum into the cat's fur and skin. For optimal distribution, the animals should not be bathed for 48 hours before and after treatment.
Parasites absorb the active ingredient via the shell when it comes into contact with fur and skin and are thus killed.
Frontline ® Spot On can be used in cats from 12 weeks of age, including pregnant or lactating females. Body contact with the treated animal is harmless after the application site has dried.
Questions & Answers:
Why do I still see ticks after the treatment?
Frontline ® kills over 90% of ticks within 48 hours. Due to the principle of action, however, it is possible that temporarily living ticks that have newly infested the animal are visible on the animal. However, they are killed as soon as sufficient active ingredient has penetrated the shell and can then be easily removed.
Why do I still see fleas after treatment?
Frontline ®kills over 95% of fleas within 24 hours. As soon as fleas are discovered on the animal, the eggs, larvae and pupae have usually already spread in the area. Because the adult fleas on the animal only make up about 5% of the flea infestation. From the flea brood new fleas can develop again and again, so the entire flea cycle has to be broken to get rid of the plague. This is only the case when there are no more offspring, which can take several months under certain circumstances. The brood of fleas can infest the entire home environment. As a supplementary measure, it is therefore advisable to clean the area mechanically by vacuuming and washing the infected textiles every day and to kill the brood of fleas with suitable insecticides (e.g. from Frontline PetCare).
Do I brush Frontline ® out of the fur when I comb the animal?
Routine grooming is not expected to affect the effectiveness of Frontline ® .
What happens if my cat licks the Frontline ® solution?
By applying the solution to the skin between the shoulder blades, the risk is low, as this point is difficult to reach for the animal. Should it happen, there may be temporarily increased salivation, which is mainly caused by an unpleasant taste of the carrier substances.
What should I do if I get my hands on the Frontline ® solution?
Wash your hands with soap, being careful not to rub the solution into the mucous membranes. Then report to your GP and the manufacturer of Frontline ® and report the accidental exposure. You can find the contact details for Boehringer Ingelheim at www.vetmedica.de.
How long do I have to wait after the treatment before I can stroke my animal again?
As with any medicinal product that is applied to the skin, it is recommended as a precaution that children or adults do not stroke the treated animal until the application site has dried. It is best to treat the animals in the early evening hours so that the area can dry off overnight. Contact is harmless after drying.
Does Frontline ® also help against mites?
Frontline ® is approved for killing fleas, ticks and lice. It may only be used to combat other parasites on the advice of the treating veterinarian and under veterinary supervision. Since most of the mites that can infest our four-legged friends are not visible to the naked eye, a veterinary examination is also required to find out which mite species it is.
What are hair pieces?
Hair lice are wingless insects that can infest our pets. Unlike lice, they do not suck blood, but instead feed on flakes of skin or wound secretions. Frontline ® reliably kills cat furlings.
How do I protect my kitten from fleas and ticks?
Kittens can also be infected by parasites. Fleas in particular can bother the little ones and, in the case of massive infestation, even cause anemia. Frontline ® Spray can be used in puppies from the first day of life. It reliably kills fleas and can be precisely adapted to the weight of the puppy.
Can Frontline ® Spot On also be used on other animals?
Frontline ® is approved for use in dogs and cats.
SOURCES
1 IQVIA Ecto Pharma Report 08/2018
2 Publicis Brand Monitor Germany Wave 2/2018
FRONTLINE spot on for cats Warning notice:
For information on risks and side effects, read the package insert and ask your veterinarian or pharmacist.