Advantage® for dogs 10 - 25 kg 250 mg solution to be dripped onto the skin, 4 ST

Advantage® for dogs weighing 10–25 kg, 250 mg solution for application to the skin, is a veterinary medicinal product for the prevention and treatment of flea infestations and for the treatment of chigger infestations (Trichodectes canis) in dogs.

Indications

• For the prevention and treatment of flea infestations and for the treatment of hairworm infestations (Trichodectes canis) in dogs.
• Within 24 hours of applying Advantage, the fleas on the dog are killed.
• This single treatment provides protection against fleas for 4 weeks. Following diagnosis by a vet, the veterinary medicinal product may be used as part of the treatment strategy for flea bite-induced allergic dermatitis (flea allergy dermatitis, FAD).

Advantages of Advantage® at a glance:

• Easy to apply Advantage® directly to the skin using the spot-on pipette
• Fast and reliable action: kills fleas within 12–24 hours. Prevents fleas from biting within the first 3–5 minutes of contact.
• Kills flea larvae in the animal’s environment if they come into contact with a treated animal.
• As an adjunctive treatment for flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) Effective against fleas for 4 weeks in dogs and 3 to 4 weeks in cats.
• Safe and reliable: Advantage® is also suitable for use on young animals from 8 weeks of age.

Dosage form

Solution

Directions for use

Dosage: Dogs weighing 10 to 25 kg: 1 x 2.5 ml – at least 10 imidacloprid (mg/kg body weight).

Administration in dogs:

1. Remove the pipette from the pack. Hold the pipette upright, unscrew the cap and remove it.
2. Use the cap, turned upside down, to break the seal.
3. To ensure easy application, your dog should be standing.
4. Part your dog’s fur between the shoulder blades until you can see the skin.
5. Now squeeze the pipette several times to empty the entire contents onto the skin. Take care to avoid contact with your dog’s eyes or mouth.
6. After use, wrap the pipette in some paper, dispose of it in the household waste and wash your hands.

Ingredients

• One pipette contains: Advantage 40 mg spot-on solution for dogs (≥ 10 < 25 kg): 2.5 ml – imidacloprid 250 mg, E321 2.5 mg.
• Active ingredient(s): 10 % (100 mg/ml) imidacloprid.
• Other ingredients: 0.1% (1 mg/ml) butylhydroxytoluene (E321), benzyl alcohol.