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Medicine Brand

FrontLine Plus for Dogs

Fipronil 9.8 % + S-methoprene 8.8 %

Strength

9.8 %

Dosage Form

Pour-on / spot-on

Indication

To be used against infestations with fleas, alone or in association with ticks and/or biting lice.

Mode of Action

Fipronil Biotransformation In all species, fipronil is mainly metabolized to its sulphone derivative, which also possesses insecticidal and acaricidal properties. Fipronil is an insecticide and acaricide from the phenylpyrazole family inhibits the GABA complex, binding to the ligand-gated chloride channel blockage of pre and post synaptic transfer of chloride ions across the membrane uncontrolled activity of the central nervous system death of insects and acarids. (S)-methoprene (S)-methoprene is a synthetic compound with juvenile hormone activity required for growth and first metamorphosis & fall markedly during the final larval stage So, high levels block the normal development significant alterations in development or death of insect. Again, (S)-methoprene has a specific ovocidal action, Direct penetration of the newly laid eggshell or from absorption through the cuticle of the adult fleas. preventing flea larvae and pupae from developing, prevents contamination of treated animals with the immature stages of fleas

Dose Guidance

Dog
Topical

Dose

0.67 – 4.02

mL/animal

Frequency

N/A

Duration

N/A

Part the dog's hair between the shoulder blades. Place the applicator tip just above the skin and squeeze. Apply entire contents of the applicator in a single spot directly onto the dog's skin. Do not apply on top of the hair coat. Avoid contact with treated area until dry. Do not allow your dog to ingest the product. Do not use more than one application per dog per month. When used monthly, FRONTLINE Plus completely breaks the flea life cycle and controls tick and chewing lice infestations. It also prevents development of all parasitic life stages for up to three months. However, if there is a high risk of re-infestation or if the pet has fleas which may cause flea allergy dermatitis, another monthly application may be needed. 2 - 22 lbs (1 - 10 kg): 0.67 ml pipette23 - 44 lbs (10.1 - 20 kg): 1.34 ml pipette45 - 88 lbs (20.1 - 40 kg): 2.68 ml pipette89 - 132 lbs (40.1 - 60 kg): 4.02 ml pipette