Keep
your cat and your home safe from fleas with Advantage II Medium Cats 5-9 pounds.
Formulated for cats eight weeks and older and weighing 5 - 9
pounds, Advantage II kills fleas within hours of application and
protects against future flea infestations.
The Importance of Flea Protection
Protecting
your cat from fleas is essential for health and well-being. Flea bites
not only cause discomfort for your cat, but also can cause irritation
that can lead to skin infections. In some cases, flea bites can lead to
allergic skin reactions, or even result in the transmission of other
disease-causing organisms, such as tapeworms.
Millions
of pet owners have found success against fleas with Advantage Topical
Solution. Its successor, Advantage II, kills even more flea life stages.
Advantage II kills fleas through contact, so they don't even have to
bite to be destroyed. This helps reduce the risk of secondary problems,
such as flea-allergy dermatitis.
The
active ingredient in Advantage II, imidacloprid, acts on the nervous
system of the flea to cause paralysis and subsequent death. Advantage II
destroys the fleas living on your cat within 12 hours of application,
providing quick relief for your pet. Reinfesting fleas (newly hatched
fleas jumping back on your cat) are killed within two hours of
application, so if your pet picks up fleas from another animal or
infested environment, those fleas will be killed as well.
Advantage II Flea Control Medium Cats 5-9 lbs
Kills fleas within hours of application
Breaks flea life cycle, protecting against future flea infestations
Waterproof formula won't wash off
Easy to apply
Includes twelve convenient one-month doses
For cats eight weeks and older and weighing 5-9 pounds
Per Dose: $9.08
The adult fleas you see are only a small percentage of the infestation.View larger.
Protects Against Further Flea Infestations
If
you are already dealing with a flea infestation, you may only be aware
of the adult fleas, which comprise a mere 5 percent of the full
infestation. The flea eggs, larvae, and pupae make up the other 95
percent of the infestation and can be virtually invisible to the eye.
The insect growth regulator contained in Advantage II effectively breaks
the flea life cycle at multiple stages to treat existing infestations
and prevent future infestations. Each dose of Advantage II provides
protection for an entire month.
Waterproof Formula
Advantage
II is waterproof, so there's no need to reapply after your cat has a
bath or goes out in the rain. Studies show that cats are still protected
against fleas after exposure to water, though for best results, cats
treated with Advantage II should be bathed with a non-detergent shampoo.
This
Advantage II product is EPA approved and registered, so it's guaranteed
to be the exact same product sold by your Veterinarian. Click here for more information on EPA-approved pet products.
Package Contents
Two boxes of six include 0.4-millimeter tubes of Advantage II for Small Cats.
Applying
Advantage II to your cat is a fast and easy process. First, remove the
applicator tube from its packaging and use scissors to peel down the
foil. Next, hold the applicator tube in an upright position and pull the
cap off the tube. Use the upturned cap to break the protective seal,
and you're ready for application.
Part
your cat's hair on the back of the neck at the base of the skull until
the skin is visible, then place the tip of the tube on the skin and
gently squeeze out the entire solution. Placing the treatment here
minimizes the cat's ability to lick the product, which is bitter tasting
and may cause salivation for a short time if licked after it is
applied. Do not get this product in your cat's eyes or mouth. Dispose of
the container and do not reuse or refill. Do not empty unused product
in any indoor or outdoor drain.
For
optimal control and prevention of parasites, use Advantage II every
month. Do not use this product on any animals other than cats.
Length of Effectiveness
Under
normal conditions, Advantage II is effective for one month. However, in
cases of severe flea infestation, retreatment may be necessary earlier
than four weeks. Do not retreat more often than once every 14 days.
After flea control is attained, return to a monthly retreatment
schedule.
Caution
See back panel for first aid. For instructions on storage and disposal, see supplemental labeling inside package.
Keep out of reach of children.
How long does it take to kill all fleas after the first application on an animal that has fleas?
24 hours to zero fleas counted.
Does it kill ticks as well as fleas?
No, there is no tick activity at all. This product is highly specific for fleas.
Activity against parasites other than fleas and ticks?
Fleas only.
How long does a single application last?
One month.
How soon after bathing can it be applied?
As soon as the pet is dry.
Does it wash off?
Yes,
this product washes off completely with a degreasing shampoo. It can
withstand one bath between applications and swimming once a week between
applications, but no more.
Flea-killing active ingredient?
Imidocloprid
How young can the cat be for application?
Eight weeks.
Approved for use in pregnant or nursing mother cats?
Not
in this country, but approved in other countries (US EPA does not
recognize testing done for other countries and testing in
pregnancy/lactation has not been done in the US).
Does the pet need a veterinarian office call in the last year to get the product?
No,
this is an insecticide, not a drug. However, the manufacturer sells its
product for resale only through veterinarians, so proper usage, etc.
can be explained.
Is the product safe for use on sick, elderly, or debilitated patients?
Product
should be safe for such use provided the patient is receiving
veterinary care. Otherwise, if the pet is inactive or hospitalized in a
cage, the product may not spread around the body as rapidly as usual.
We changed to advantage last year after Frontline quit working on our cats. Advantage seems to start working instantly. We live in the South and fleas are a problem in the summer months for our in and out cats. Advantage has helped this problem tremendously. No more fleas!
by from 11/04/2011
When I put the product on one of my four cats her fur turned a light ble in the area that it was applied. The other three were fine, I was just wondering if I had one that was fake. I know it sounds strange but this would be something I would never think of to make up. So if you can please get back to me. In about two weeks or so I have to give them the next treatment.
lonero" by Blue cat? from bizThank
Rhonda
What a difference!! by Cat Lover from Rockport, Texas04/17/2012
Texas has a horrible flea problem this year since it didn't get cold enough to kill any of them. My cats were in torment and another brand I used was like water. It did nothing. Then I read about Advantage II and it worked like magic. I have already ordered a second batch for next month. I have 10 cats to keep clean of fleas and this is doing the job.
Thanks so much.
by unhappy03/20/2012
I was disappointed when I opened my package and looked at my products that I ordered. I was sent some of the wrong stuff. I ordered $250.00 worth of cat flee medicine and got some for cats and some for dogs. I had to call and explain and the person on the other end was not very friendly. I tried to explain what I rcvd verses what I ordered and he said "just tell me what you didn't get so we can send that out and send a slip for you to return the other" WOW.
by lou04/03/2012
very good for all my cats they don't seem to have ant more fleas or any discomfort
KEY INGREDIENTS
Imidacloprid
Imidacloprid
is an ectoparasiticide, an antiparasitic agent that targets parasites
living primarily on the surface of a host. Chemically classified as a
chloronicotinyl nitroguanidine, imidacloprid inhibits neurotransmitter
transmission in insects, resulting in paralysis and death.
Benefits
Imidacloprid
exhibits both adulticide and larvicidal flea efficacy; it not only
kills adult fleas and larvae on your pet, but it also kills larval
stages in your pet's immediate surroundings.
Main Purpose
To kill fleas at all stages of their life cycles and stop them from being able to move or feed.
Pyriproxyfen
Pyriproxyfen,
the added compound in Advantage II, is a pyridine-based pesticide. A
juvenile hormone analog, it interferes with the hormone signaling of
growing insects, so that insects in immature stages are unable to
mature. Additionally, a female insect that touches the toxin will
produce eggs that will not hatch.
Benefits
Pyriproxyfen
provides an added layer of protection for pets and their surroundings.
It interrupts the flea life cycle at multiple stages, halting the growth
and development of insect eggs and larvae and preventing reinfestation.
Main Purpose
To prevent flea eggs from hatching and larvae from growing.
Active Ingredients
% by Weight
Imidacloprid
9.10%
Pyriproxyfen
0.46%
Other Ingredients
90.44%
Total
100%
Net Contents
Twelve tubes, each 0.014 fluid ounces (0.4 milliliters)
