Flea medicine for cats - a review of modern pharmacy products

Hello! I am very worried about our smaller brothers when I see their suffering from the activities of various parasites. It started in my childhood.

They gave me a little cat, and after a couple of months she managed to catch a flea. I was so worried at that moment.

It is now immediately in the head in several ways how to help your pet in such a situation. Today I want to tell you about a very effective medicine for cats for fleas - where you can buy it and how to use it correctly. So, first things first.

Overview of flea and tick remedies for cats

Fleas, ticks are blood-sucking insects that parasitize in domestic animals at the adult stage (adults). An ectoparasite bite leads to the development of an allergic reaction: the cat experiences severe itching, combes the skin, which causes dermatitis of a different nature.

In addition, a massive accumulation of blood-ectoparasites on a cat for a long time leads to

In order to avoid all these problems, it is necessary to carry out periodic disinsection in order to prevent and treat entomosis.

Ways to get rid

To combat any insects, including cat ticks and fleas, special preparations have been created that are used in the form of:

• dusta based on karbofos, chlorophos, pyrethrum, etc.
• shampoo - the active substance in its composition is permethrin,
• aerosol
• pills
• injection
• concentrated emulsions - usually these are Stop On drops, that is, for direct application to the skin,
• collars soaked in insecticidal solution.

The basis of each of these agents is chemical compounds, which are divided into four large groups:

According to the type of impact on insects, there is also a division:

1. killing sexually mature fleas,
2. killing larvae
3. fatally acting on imago eggs.

Let's try to understand all this variety of insecticidal drugs.

Drops against fleas and ticks for cats

This treatment and prevention option is considered the safest in terms of toxicity to pets. Usually, emulsions based on fipronil, permethrin or fenthion are used as the active principle. The drug is applied to the skin of the withers so that the cat does not have the ability to lick it until it is completely absorbed.

After treatment, the animal can be bathed (but not earlier than two days after application) - the therapeutic effect of water procedures is not reduced.

Most often, drops of the following companies are found on the shelves of Russian veterinary pharmacies:

Celandine (active substance fipronil and permethrin).It is completely incomprehensible why the manufacturer decided to combine two insecticides in one drug? Apparently for greater efficiency.

Leopard (based on permethrin) - is particularly non-toxic to cats. The active substance accumulates in the subcutaneous blood vessels. Any attempt by a flea to bite an animal leads to a violation of the neuromuscular conduction of the insect, which leads to its death.

Frontline, or Frontline, (active ingredient fipronil) - works both against fleas and against an ear tick.

Hartz (Hartz) in its composition is a fairly aggressive insecticidal drug metropen, which is contraindicated in kittens up to three months, as well as weakened and depleted animals. It is not advisable to use it for pregnant and lactating cats.

The barrier (as part of fipronil) has an insecticidal life of about two months, after which the drops are again applied to the skin.

Advantage (imidocloprid), its active substance, unlike other insecticides, does not have teratogenic, mutagenic, carcinogenic, allergenic, sensitizing properties.

The manufacturer claims that their drops are absolutely harmless even for sick, weakened cats, although some sources say the opposite. One of the disadvantages of this drug is the sensitivity to washing the cat with shampoo: after bathing, the pet will have to be processed again.

Anti-Flea Shampoos

They are used as emergency care for cats with a high degree of infection, as well as for animals suffering from hypersensitivity to chemistry and kittens of a month of age.

In fact, there are a lot of funds, in order to try to list them, it is important to understand that permethrin is the basis of almost every drug.

The obvious advantage of using shampoo is the ability to not only get rid of parasites, but also to take care of the cat's hair.

Anti-flea shampoos only relieve existing insects, but do not protect against a new attack.

Flea aerosols in cats

According to many veterinarians, the insecticidal spray is the most effective means of instant disposal of any parasitic insects: fleas, ticks, lice, lice, etc.

When treating a cat with a spray, maximum care must be taken so as not to damage the animal’s health, as well as to monitor its own safety - serious poisoning can be obtained.

During application, a protective collar is put on the cat, which is left on the pet from five minutes to half an hour to prevent the drug from licking. Keep in mind that for cats with long hair, the amount of aerosol may need a little more.

By and large, sprays are best used not for treating pets, but for exterminating insects in the room and resting areas of the animal (bedding, sofas and chairs).

The most popular brands: Frontline, Hartz, Bars, Celandine and others.

Collars

Serve to prevent re-infection. They are a polymeric material impregnated with an insecticide (permethrin, dichlorfos, diazinon, propoxur, sevin).

This method of protecting a cat from fleas and ticks is one of the safest.The fact is that doses of an insecticide, in principle, can not harm health, but at the same time they have a paralyzing effect on the nervous system of insects.

With prolonged wear, the skin in the neck area is checked for irritation and degree of pressure so that the cat does not feel discomfort. It should be remembered that the drug begins to “exhale” from the collar immediately after opening the package, so you should not pull it on the animal.

Again, the well-known companies mentioned above are engaged in the release of this treatment-and-prophylactic accessory. Judging by the reviews of the owners of cats, Hartz collars, which protect the pet for 7 months, are especially popular.

Injections and pills

In fact, injectable drugs are not so often used in domestic animals due to the difficulty of their independent use - rarely, any of the owners is able to make a subcutaneous injection to a pet.

One of the best injectable insecticides is considered to be based on lufenuron (produced by Novartis, Program) and ivermectin, which inhibit the development of chitin and egg formation of insects.

These substances are able to protect the animal from the attack of fleas and ticks for up to six months, in addition, they also have a healing property.

Lufenuron is used for treatment and in the form of tablets. The active principle, absorbed through the mucous membrane of the small intestine, accumulates in adipose tissue, is gradually released, entering the bloodstream.

One of the drawbacks of the tablet form is the prolonged achievement of therapeutic doses in the blood (usually at least three weeks should pass). In this case, the drug is valid for only a month.

What to choose?

When choosing a drug for treating cats, harmful insects are guided by simple rules:

• the degree of damage to the pet ectoparasites;
• goals pursued: treatment or prevention;
• pet features - hypersensitivity to the drug, individual intolerance, age, etc. So for cats with light hair participating in exhibitions, it is not recommended to use drops, as this can affect the color, making it dirty yellow and unkempt;
• physiological state - some means are strictly prohibited for use in small kittens, pregnant, old, malnourished cats, animals under stress or in the process of postoperative rehabilitation.

Usually, they consult with a practitioner before buying, but if there isn’t one nearby, the best way not to harm the pet is to carefully study the instructions, where all recommendations for use are mandatory: age, dosage, method of use.

It is important to pay attention to the duration of the drug, so as not to miss the re-treatment and to prevent infection of the cat with dangerous insects.

Flea and tick preparations for cats

Cats already in ancient Egypt were popular pets. With their purrs, they calm, give joy and a lot of positive emotions; therefore, it is very important to monitor the health of your pet, noticing and fixing problems on time.

An ordinary flea can cause a number of diseases - helminthiasis, dermatitis, infectious anemia and others. Once in your home, the parasites lay eggs that last for a year.

There are many ways to protect your pet: you can buy a flea collar for cats or an effective spray, or maybe a drop at the withers. However, first things first.

Drops from fleas and ticks are easy to use: they are applied to the skin of the neck between the shoulder blades. Choosing them, you should consider the lifestyle of a cat.
If your family has one cat, and she is always at home, the Advantage drops are the best choice.

For those who like to spend time on the street, they need absolute protection from other parasites. In this case, it is better to buy drops of Stronghold, Inspector, Attorney, Helmintal spot-on or Broadline.

If you want to protect your pet as much as possible for a long time, then you should buy a collar from ticks for cats. This is especially important if the animal spends a lot of time on the street or if you do not always have the opportunity to take drops.

Collars provide comprehensive protection for a period of 4 (Bars, Beafar Bio) to 6 (Beafar) months.

Sprays are indispensable not only for prevention, but also for treatment. Thanks to them, you can get rid of eggs and larvae that are in the room.

Sprays are the safest drug that can be treated even for a kitten aged six to eight weeks. Some brands (Front Line, Fiprist) are recommended for use from the first days of life.

Flea Meadow Shampoo

Lugovoy insecticidal zoo shampoo with extracts of powder, calendula, mother-and-mother.

Mode of application:

• Wash your pet, bring shampoo, carefully dissolve until a foam appears and after 3-4 minutes rinse with water.
• Avoid getting shampoo in your eyes and ears.

Faithful friend shampoo for longhair cats, scaring fleas

Shampoo “Faithful friend” with plant extracts and tea tree oil, for the care of the skin and hair of long-haired cats with a repelling effect from fleas and ticks, has a detergent and antistatic effect, stimulates metabolic processes in the skin and hair follicles, eliminates itching and irritation, repels fleas and ticks.

Facilitates combing and prevents tangling of the coat, gives the coat a silkiness and shine. The volatile oils contained in the extracts of lavender, wormwood and chamomile protect the animal from the attack of fleas and ticks.

Nettle and hop extracts have an anti-inflammatory effect, tea and almond essential oils restore brittle and dry coat, prevent the formation of dandruff and itching.

Detergents and conditioners significantly reduce wool tangles and tangle formation. give wool perfect clarity, natural elasticity, silkiness and luster. It has high foaming in water of any hardness.

Designed for frequent use. Economical. After shampooing, the skin becomes clean, without dandruff, and the coat is silky, shiny and supple with a pleasant smell of freshness.

Evenly distribute over the entire surface of the body with massaging movements until foam forms, avoiding contact with eyes. For best results, leave the shampoo on the coat for 3 minutes. After that, the shampoo is washed off with warm water.

Wool is dried with a towel, dried with a hairdryer and combed. With severe contamination, the procedure is repeated.

General Information:

1. Shampoo is intended for the care of the skin and hair of long-haired cats. Active ingredients - surfactants, plant extracts: lavender, wormwood, chamomile, nettle, hops), essential oils: tea tree, almond.Excipients: purified water, citric acid, perfume fragrance, preservative.
2. Shampoo is a uniform transparent gel-like light yellow color or slightly opalescent liquid with a faint aromatic odor.
3. The product is available in plastic bottles with screw caps.

Volume 300 ml. Shelf life is 2 years. Store the product in closed original packaging in a dry, ventilated area at a temperature of 4-28ºС.

Main advantages:

Adventage drops

Advantage is an insecticidal medicine for fleas, lice, and lice eaters. Designed for cats over 10 weeks of age with a weight of less than 4 kg. Validity - 4 weeks

Indications for use: Advantage is used to destroy insects (fleas, lice, lice-eaters) parasitizing on cats, providing a protective effect against insects for 4 weeks after a single treatment of the animal.

Application: Advantage can be used for kittens older than 10 weeks of age. Treatment of pregnant and lactating females, if necessary, should be carried out with caution under the supervision of a veterinarian.

After applying the drug to the skin, imidacloprid is gradually distributed over the entire surface of the body and accumulates in the epidermis, hair follicles and sebaceous glands of the animal, exerting a long-term (up to 4 weeks) insecticidal effect.

It is not recommended to bathe and pet the animal at the place of application of the drug until the place of application is dry.

Mechanism of action: The mechanism of action of imidacloprid is based on the interaction with arthropod acetylcholine receptors and impaired transmission of nerve impulses, which causes insect death.

Contraindications: Side effects and complications when using the drug in accordance with this instruction, as a rule, are not observed.

In rare cases, after the use of the drug in some animals, individual skin reactions (redness, itching) are possible, which spontaneously pass within 1-4 days and do not require the use of drugs.

Accidental licking of the drug to animals can cause salivation because the drug has a bitter taste, which is not a sign of poisoning and spontaneously passes after a few minutes.

Storage conditions: The shelf life of the drug subject to storage conditions is 5 years from the date of manufacture.

Beaphar flea and tick collar

BEAPHAR collars are used for animals over 6 months of age for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes, for entomoses (fleas, lice, lice-eaters), cheyletiosis, and ixodid tick damage.
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Release form and composition. Polyvinyl chloride tape in different colors, with a retainer and notches, which contribute to the instant stretching of the collar and the rapid release of the animal.

Active ingredient: dimpilate (diazinon) - 15% Excipients: polyvinyl chloride mixture "With Naturel" - 82.1%, epoxidized soybean oil - 1.4%, barium laurate - 0.6%, peppermint oil - 0.8%, rusprinteks dye (E153) or erythrosine L (E127) - 0.1%.

A length of 35 cm is released in a hermetically sealed polymer bag placed in a cardboard box with instructions for use.

Pharmacological properties. Insecticide drug.Dimpilate (diazinon), which is part of the collar, released from the surface of the tape, is transferred to the skin and hair of the animal and has a contact insecticaricidal effect on the sexually mature and immature phases of the development of fleas (Ctenocephalides canis, Ctenocephalides felis), lice (Linognathus setotus) Trichodectes canis) and ixodid ticks parasitizing on dogs and cats.

Indications for use. For the destruction of fleas, lice, lice eaters and ixodid ticks in cats and kittens older than 6 months of age.

Method of administration and dosage. After opening the package, the collar is unfolded and put on the animal, fitting in size so that between the neck of the animal and the collar there is a gap of 1.0-1.5 cm, then it is fixed with a latch and the excess tape is cut off.

In the first days of the collar application, an attack and attachment of ixodid ticks to the animal is possible, but after 2-3 days the parasites spontaneously fall off.

If the animal is highly infected with insects, it is advisable to wash the animal with an insecticidal shampoo before treating Beafar with an insecticide-acaricidal collar for cats, and treat the bedding with an insecticidal agent in accordance with the instructions for use.

Side effects: Side effects and complications when using the drug in accordance with the instructions, as a rule, are not observed.

With increased individual sensitivity of the animal to diazinon, individual reactions are possible: excessive salivation, lacrimation, signs of skin irritation.

Contraindications. The use of a collar is prohibited:

Special instructions: Do not use other insectoacaricidal drugs at the same time. The Beafar insect-acaricidal collar for cats is not intended for use by productive animals.

Personal Prevention Measures: When working with the drug Beafar, the collar is insect-acaricidal for cats, it is necessary to follow the general rules of personal hygiene and safety precautions provided for when working with medicines.

While working with the drug is not allowed to smoke, drink and eat. At the end of the work, wash your hands with warm water and detergent.

The owner of the animal in the presence of cuts and abrasions in the hands when handling the collar should use rubber gloves. An animal with a collar should not be allowed to reach young children, especially to infants.

In case of accidental contact of the drug with the skin or mucous membranes of the eyes, they must be washed with plenty of water. People with hypersensitivity to the drug should avoid direct contact with the collar.

In case of allergic reactions or in case of accidental ingestion of the drug into the human body, you should immediately contact a medical institution (you should have the instructions for use of the drug or a label with you).

Shelf life subject to storage conditions is 4 years from the date of production.

Bayer Advocate for cats

It is used to treat and prevent infection with fleas (Ctenocephalides felis), treat allergic flea dermatitis, treat otodectosis (caused by Otodectes cynotis), prevent dirofilariasis (destroys microfilaria L 3 and L 4 Dirofilaria immitis), treat gastrointestinal nematodes, 4 Toxocara cati, Ancylostoma cati, Ancylostoma tubaeforme).

It destroys parasites in the animal’s habitat, so the owner does not have to carry out complex and laborious insecticidal treatments of animal care items, floors and furniture in the house.

The only drug in the EU that is officially registered for the treatment of demodicosis. The effectiveness of the drug with demodicosis at the end of treatment is 97.8%.

Effective against sexually mature and larval forms of all types of roundworms, hookworms, unzinarii and whipworms. Due to the larvicidal action (effectiveness against helminth larvae), the animal is reliably protected from repeated invasion by parasites.

The lawyer destroys microfilariae in the animal’s blood, preventing their development to adult nematodes, and also helps prevent infection with dirofilariasis, including in animals that travel with their owners to exotic countries.

It is important that with the help of the drug Lawyer can not only treat parasitic diseases, but also prevent them in time!

Composition: Imidacloprid 10% and moxidectin 2.5%.

Dosage and administration

The drug is for external use! Apply the drug only on intact skin.

Remove the pipette from the package, remove the cap, puncture the protective foil. Divide the cat’s hair in the neck area at the base of the skull so that the skin is visible. Place the tip of the pipette over the skin, squeeze the walls of the pipette so that the drug goes directly to the skin. Application at the base of the skull avoids licking of the drug.

The minimum therapeutic dose of 10 mg / kg body weight of imidacloprid and 1.0 mg / kg of moxidectin, which is equivalent to 0.1 ml / kg of drug weight.

Treatment and prevention of infection with fleas. A single treatment with the drug destroys and prevents flea infections for 4-6 weeks. It is advisable to combine the treatment of animals with Advocaat with environmental treatment (e.g. Bolfo aerosol). In the treatment of allergic flea dermatitis, the drug is used monthly.

Treatment of otodectosis. A single treatment is recommended. It is advisable to consult a veterinarian 30 days after treatment, as some animals require re-treatment. DO NOT drip into the ear canal!

Before prophylactic treatment, it is recommended to diagnose dirofilariasis in cats older than 6 months. If the animal confirmed the presence of mature forms of dirofilariae, then treatment should be carried out in accordance with modern methods.

Nematodoses. A monthly treatment by a lawyer reduces the possibility of reinfestation with nematodes. A lawyer can be used as a seasonal treatment against nematodes.

Contraindications

Do not use kittens under the age of 9 weeks. Sick and weakened animals, pregnant and lactating cats, as well as cats weighing less than 1 kg, use the drug at the discretion and under the supervision of a veterinarian. During treatment, you can not use other macrocyclic lactones.

Side effects

In very rare cases, short-term itching, contamination of the coat, erythema on the skin, and vomiting may occur. All these signs disappear without treatment.

Proper application of the drug minimizes the possibility of licking by a cat.

special instructions

The contents of the pipette should not get into the eyes or mouth of the animal. Short-term contact of animals with water in 1-2 cases does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. Frequent bathing of cats with shampoo or other immersion mixtures can reduce the effectiveness of the lawyer.

DO NOT comb, do not iron the animal until the place of application is dry. The solvent that is part of the preparation may stain certain materials (skin, fabric, plastic, etc.), therefore, before the animal can touch these materials, allow the preparation to dry.

In case of contact with skin or eyes, wash off the preparation with soap and water, and rinse with water. If symptoms persist or the drug has been swallowed, consult a doctor and show the package insert or package.

Storage: In the manufacturer’s sealed packaging, in a dry place inaccessible to children and animals, separately from food and feed.

Bayer Bolfo Spray - parasite protection

Method of application: Processing of animals is carried out outdoors or in well-ventilated areas. To prevent licking of the drug, the animals close their jaws with a loop from the braid.

Before use, the bottle is shaken and, pressing the spray head, direct a stream of aerosol from a distance of 30 - 40 cm on the body of the animal against hair growth for several seconds, slightly moistening the coat.

Covering the animal’s eyes, they process the auricles and chest, apply the product with the fingertips around the eyes and nose, then treat the neck, trunk, limbs, stomach and tail. 20 minutes after treatment, the jaws of the animal are released from the loop.

In order to prevent re-infestation of fleas, bedding, blankets, carpets and other objects in rooms where animals are kept are treated with Bolfo aerosol at the rate of 2 ml of the drug (four presses on the spray head) per 1 m2 of the treated surface and after 1 to 2 hours they are cleaned with a vacuum cleaner .

Repeated processing is carried out according to indications, but not more often 1 - 2 times a week.

Side effects: With the correct use of the drug are not observed. In case of signs of poisoning (increased salivation, diarrhea, muscle weakness), the use of the drug should be discontinued and veterinary assistance should be given to the animal.

Contraindications:

1. Do not use Bolfo's aerosol to treat sick, recovering, pregnant and lactating females;
2. Animals sensitive to the components of the drug;
3. Do not use in animals up to 3 months of age;
4. Do not use in animals with skin lesions;
5. Do not use for productive animals.

Personal Prevention Measures:

Storage conditions: Store in a dark place, out of the reach of children and animals, at a temperature of 0 ° to 30 ° C.

Producer: Bayer Animal Half GmbH (Bayer Animal Health GmbH), Germany.