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Brand Name
Frontline Plus (Merial)
Active Ingredient(s)
Fipronil, S-methoprene
What is this product 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.
Availability
Frontline Plus is a non-prescription (OTC) product.
How this product 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 animals hair to the skin level between the
shoulder blades. Apply the entire contents of the applicator in a single
spot to the animals 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 this product
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.
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