Do you need a prescription for Frontline Plus for cats?
Do you need a prescription for Frontline Plus for cats?
No prescription required Frontline Plus is our favorite non-prescription topical treatment, and it protects against fleas and a range of tick species.
Why is Frontline Plus so expensive?
They were once the gold-standards for flea control but seven or eight years ago the patents ran out, generics came in and they seemed to have altered the formula. Most vets won’t sell them anymore so the companies have turned to Costco and Petsmart.
What is the difference between Frontline and Frontline Plus for cats?
Frontline Original will protect your cat against Adult fleas only, it will help to prevent Flea allergy dermatitis, and protect against biting lice. Whereas Frontline Plus contains an extra ingredient: Methoprene that kills all stages of the flea lifecycle.
Which Frontline is best for my cat?
FRONTLINE Plus® for cats is the most advanced formula for cats in our range. Unlike some flea treatments, it kills fleas and ticks on your pet to help protect them from the discomfort and diseases these parasites cause. Plus, it stops flea eggs that fall off your cat from hatching in your home.
What’s the safest flea treatment for cats?
Comfortis is a prescription monthly chewable option that’s safe for cats 14 weeks of age and older and 4.1 pounds and up. It contains the active ingredient spinosad, which kills adult fleas, and should only be given every 30 days.
What is the best flea treatment for cats UK?
The best cat flea treatments to buy
- Frontline Spot On for cats: The best efficient flea treatment.
- Advocate 80 Spot-On for Large Cats: The best flea treatment on prescription.
- Beaphar Reflective Soft Cat Flea Collar: The best “fit and forget” flea treatment.
What is the generic for Frontline Plus?
Firstect Plus
Firstect Plus is the generic equivalent to Frontline Plus® for dogs, puppies, cats and kittens 8 weeks and older, Firstect Plus contains Fipronil and (s)-methoprene – the active ingredients used in Frontline Plus® for cats. Kills fleas, & Flea Eggs up to three months and ticks for one month.
What happens if cat licks Frontline Plus?
If an animal is able to lick the product when it is wet on the fur or scratches the area and then licks their foot, the bitter taste of the product can cause the animal to salivate, foam at the mouth, become nauseous or vomit. Also, some cats have been known to become agitated and run around the house.
Is Frontline Plus toxic to cats?
Cat Safe Flea and Tick Medications Frontline, which has a main active ingredient called fipronil, is available over the counter and is safe for cats when the cat-specific product is purchased.
Do cats feel unwell after flea treatment?
For toxicity, most flea collars only cause stomach upset such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea if ingested. However, collars containing Deltamethrin can also cause neurologic symptoms such as ataxia, hind limb weakness, tremors or hyperthermia.