Description
What is Frontline Plus? Frontline Plus is a monthly topical flea and tick preventative for dogs and cats. Frontline Plus kills 100% of adult fleas on your pet within 12 hours and 100% of all ticks and chewing lice within 48 hours. Frontline Plus contains an insect growth regulator, S-methoprene, which kills flea eggs and larvae. It’s effective against all stages of the brown dog tick, the American dog tick, the lone star tick and the deer tick (the major carrier of Lyme disease). | ||||||||||||
For: Cats/Kittens and Dogs/Puppies (8 weeks of age and older)
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Brand Name Frontline Plus (Merial) |
Generic Name Fipronil, S-methoprene |
What is Frontline Plus used for: Frontline Plus provides convenient and effective flea and tick control in dogs and cats, puppies 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. Frontline Plus rapidly eliminates infestations with chewing lice. Frontline Plus for Dogs and Puppies also aids in the control of sarcoptic mange infections. Availability of Frontline Plus: Frontline Plus is a non-prescription (OTC) product. How Frontline Plus should be used: What are the side effects of Frontline Plus: 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 for Frontline Plus: This product is for external use on dogs and puppies, cats and kittens 8 weeks or older. Frontline Plus is approved for use on breeding, pregnant, or nursing animals. Consult a veterinarian before using on medicated animals, animals using this product with other pesticides, and debilitated, or aged 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 a Frontline Plus overdose: Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room. How should I store Frontline Plus: 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. |
You may not have a sword or ninja stars, but you do have a powerful weapon that starts killing after 1 easy application. To get started, remove the applicator from the package, hold the foil upward, then snap off the tip. You'll find it's designed to easily dispense the liquid solution onto the skin between your pet's shoulder blades. Just view the slide show at the right and read the instructions below—and you'll be killing in no time. Here are some additional tips.
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Dosage: |
Pet | Weight | Dosage |
Dogs/Puppies: (8 weeks of age or older) | Up to 22 lbs | Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (0.67 ml) |
23-44 lbs | Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (1.34 ml) | |
45-88 lbs | Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (2.68 ml) | |
89-132 lbs | Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (4.02 ml) | |
Cats/Kittens: (8 weeks of age or older) | All weights | Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (0.5 ml) |
Horses: |
Storage: Should be stored at room temperature. |
Frontline Plus for Dogs & Puppies 8 weeks or older and up to 22lbs: |
Active ingredients (per 0.67 ml applicator) | Amount |
Fipronil | 9.8% |
(S)-methoprene | 8.8% |
Frontline Plus for Dogs 23-44 lbs: |
Active ingredients (per 1.34 ml applicator) | Amount |
Fipronil | 9.8% |
(S)-methoprene | 8.8% |
Frontline Plus for Dogs 45-88 lbs: |
Active ingredients (per 2.68 ml applicator) | Amount |
Fipronil | 9.8% |
(S)-methoprene | 8.8% |
Frontline Plus for Dogs 89-132 lbs: |
Active ingredients (per 4.02 ml applicator) | Amount |
Fipronil | 9.8% |
(S)-methoprene | 8.8% |
Frontline Plus for Cats & Kittens 8 weeks or older: |
Active ingredients (per 0.50 ml applicator) | Amount |
Fipronil | 9.8% |
(S)-methoprene | 11.8% |