Brand Name
Frontline Plus for Cats and Kittens (Merial)
Active Ingredient(s)
Fipronil (9.8%), S-methoprene (11.8%), Inert ingredients (78.4%)
What is this product used for?
Frontline Plus provides convenient and effective flea and tick control for cats and kittens. It is effective against all stages of the brown dog tick, the American dog tick, lone star tick and deer ticks (the major carrier of Lyme disease). It also kills flea eggs and flea larvae.
Availability
Frontline Plus is a non-prescription (OTC) product.
How this product should be used
For use on cats and kittens 8 weeks or older. Place the applicator tip through the animals hair to the skin level between the shoulder blades. Apply the entire contents of the applicator in a single spot to the animals skin. Use only one applicator per treatment. Do not reapply for 30 days.
What are the side effects?
Pets may experience some temporary irritation at the site of product application. If signs persist or become more severe within a few days of application, consult a veterinarian immediately.
What special precautions are there?
This product is for external use on cats and kittens 8 weeks or older. Consult a veterinarian before using on medicated animals, animals using this product with other pesticides, and debilitated, aged, pregnant or nursing animals. This product is flammable. Keep away from heat and open flame. This product is harmful to humans if swallowed. Call a physician or poison control center for advice. Have patient sip water do not induce vomiting unless advised to and patient is conscious. This product can cause eye injury. Flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation persists. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
In the event of overdose
Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room.
How should I store this product?
Store this product at room temperature. Store in the original container only. To dispose wrap original container in several layers of newspaper and discard in trash. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
This information sheet is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.
The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian.
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