Capstar is an oral flea treatment for cats that generally resist messy topical treatments requiring application and rubbing. This vet-recommended tablet starts working fast and provides quick relief to your cat from the irritation of flea infestations. Capstar is suitable for cats and kittens aged 4 weeks and above, and weighing at least 2 lbs.
Capstar for Cats coverage
Capstar oral flea treatment kills adult fleas, including fleas that cause flea allergy dermatitis (FAD), and treats flea infestations in cats. The single treatment lasts for 24-48 hours and helps treat flea outbreaks.
How do Capstar flea tablets work?
Capstar for contains 11.4mg nitenpyram, a powerful ingredient that helps say goodbye to fleas fast. It targets the nervous system of parasites, and starts killing fleas within 30 minutes and provides quick relief to your cat from infestations. In studies conducted by the manufacturer, Capstar showed over 90% effectiveness against adult fleas within 6 hours of administration. Additionally, you may give another dose of Capstar to your cat as often as once per day in case of flea re-infestations.
Key Benefits
Advantages Of Capstar
Fast-acting oral flea treatment
Easy-to-administer tablet form
Ideal for cats that resist topical treatments
Begins killing fleas in 30 minutes
Suitable for cats and kittens from 4 weeks of age (2 lbs. minimum weight)
Directions for Use
Instructions To Use Capstar
Weigh your cat prior to administration. Do not administer Capstar to cats weighing less than 2 lbs.
Remove the Capstar tablet from the package.
Place the tablet directly into your cat’s mouth or hide it in food.
If you hide it in food, observe your cat closely to ensure that the entire dose is consumed.
If you are unsure that your cat has swallowed the entire tablet, it is safe to administer another full dose.
It is recommended to treat all pets in the household, as fleas can reproduce on untreated pets and allow infestations to persist.
Dosage:
Cat weight
Nitenpyram per tablet
Dose
2 – 25 lbs.
11.4 mg
One tablet
Safety
Capstar Safety Measures
This tablet is for animal treatment only.
It is not for human use. Keep out of reach of children.
Read the label completely and follow the directions for use.
Storage
Store in a controlled room temperature between 59° and 77°F (15°–25°C).
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Selehold (Generic Revolution) for Cats: Monthly Spot-on Parasite Treatment
Selehold is a convenient, spot-on treatment for broad-spectrum parasite control in cats and kittens. This monthly topical helps protect your cat against various internal and external parasites. This versatile treatment also acts on flea eggs and larvae in the home to help prevent re-infestations.
This selamectin-based topical for cats is easy to apply, and makes dosing stress-free for cat parents, especially for cats that are not comfortable with oral solutions. It is suitable for use on cats and kittens older than 6 weeks of age.
Selehold for Cats Coverage
Selehold Cat parasite treatment should be applied at one-month intervals. When administered as directed, it:
Treats and prevents flea infestations
Treats ear mites
Treats biting lice infestations
Treats adult roundworms and intestinal hookworms
Prevents heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis
May aid in the prevention of flea infestations in the litter up to seven weeks of age, when monthly treatment is administered to pregnant and lactating pets
Can be used as part of a treatment strategy for flea allergy dermatitis
May aid in the control of existing environmental flea infestations in areas to which the pet has access
How Does Selehold for Cats Work?
Selehold contains selamectin as an active ingredient, which disrupts the normal neurotransmission in parasites, leading to paralysis and death in them. It has adulticidal, ovicidal and larvicidal activity against fleas. So, it breaks the flea life cycle and helps prevent re-infestations.
Key Benefits
Advantages Of Selehold (Generic Revolution)
Monthly topical treatment for cats
Effective against multiple internal and external parasites
Breaks the flea life cycle, and may help prevent re-infestations
Acts on flea eggs and larvae in the pet’s environment
Easy to apply, spot-on solution
Convenient for cats that resist oral treatments
Suitable for use in pregnant, lactating, and breeding cats
Directions for Use
Instructions To Use Selehold (Generic Revolution)
Directions for use:
Weigh your cat and get the suitable Selehold pack that corresponds to their body weight.
Remove the pipette from its packaging and hold it in an upright position. Twist and pull the cap off.
Turn the cap around and place its other end back on the pipette. Push and twist it to break the seal, and then remove the cap from the pipette.
Make your cat stand or sit in a comfortable position.
Part the coat at the base of the neck, in front of the shoulder blades, until the skin is visible.
Place the pipette tip onto the skin, and squeeze the pipette several times to empty its contents completely and directly onto your cat’s skin in one spot.
Apply the dose as indicated to minimize the quantity that your cat can lick off.
Avoid contact between the product and your fingers.
Avoid direct contact with the treated pet until the application site is dry. On the day of treatment, do not let children handle the treated pet, and do not let your treated cat sleep with you.
Do not apply it when your cat’s coat is wet. Avoid frequent shampooing to maintain the effectiveness of the product.
For ear mite treatment, do not apply it directly to the ear canal.
Packaging:
Selehold for Cats is available in different sizes for weight-appropriate dosage.
The packs are color-coded for easier identification.
Dosage:
Cat weight
Cat size
Pack color
Pipette Volume
Selamectin content
Dosage per month
Up to 5.5 lbs.
Kittens
Pink
0.25 ml
15 mg
One pipette
5.5 – 16.5 lbs.
Cats
Blue
0.75 ml
45 mg
One pipette
Safety
Selehold (Generic Revolution) Safety Measures
For animal treatment only.
For external use only. Do not administer orally or parenterally.
It should be kept out of reach of children.
Read the label completely and follow the directions for use.
Do not use it in animals under 6 weeks of age.
Keep the treated pet away from fires and other sources of ignition for at least 30 minutes or until the hair coat is dry.
Wash your hands thoroughly after handling the product. Wash off any product in contact with the skin immediately with soap and water.
In case of accidental eye contact, flush the eyes immediately with water and seek medical advice.
Do not smoke, eat or drink while handling the product.
Handle with caution if you have sensitive skin or are allergic to this type of product.
Dispose of the used applicator immediately.
Precautions
Do not use it in cats that are suffering from concomitant disease, or are debilitated and underweight (for size and age).
Do not use it in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.
It is not effective against adult D. immitis. All animals 6 months of age or more should be tested for existing adult heartworm infections before beginning the treatment with selamectin.
Storage
It is highly flammable. Store away from heat, sparks, open flames or other sources of ignition.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture and light.
