Frontline Plus Pet Medication
- Dog or Cat
- Availability: OTC
- Active Ingredient(s):
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.
- How Frontline Plus should be used?
Use Frontline Plus for Dogs on dogs and puppies 8 weeks or older. Use Frontline Plus for Cats on cats and kittens 8 weeks or older. Place the applicator tip through the animal’s hair to the skin level between the shoulder blades. Apply the entire contents of the applicator in a single spot to the animal’s skin. Use only one applicator per treatment. This product is packaged for use on cats and kittens and it is also packaged for use on dogs and puppies 11 to 22 lbs, dogs 23-44 lbs, dogs 45-88 lbs and dogs 89-132 lbs. 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 dogs and puppies, 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 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.
Disclaimer: The information on this site is for educational purposes only and should NOT be considered veterinary advice. Any veterinary questions should be referred to your veterinarian. This information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. Please make your own inquiries with your veterinarian for the suitability of a product for your pet.