K9 Advantix (Advecta)

Advantix is a topical parasiticide used in the treatment and prevention of fleas; ticks including deer ticks (the major carrier of Lyme Disease), American dog ticks, Brown dog ticks and Lone Star ticks; the control of lice and the killing and repelling of mosquitoes in dogs and puppies.

One application lasts a month.

Directions

The entire contents of K9 Advantix II tube should be applied evenly to two or three spots on the top of the back from the shoulder to the base of the tail.

At each spot, part the hair until the skin is visible. Place the tip of the tube on the skin and gently squeeze to expel a portion of the solution on the skin. Do not apply an excessive amount of solution at any one spot to avoid the solution running off the sides of your dog.

For larger Dogs, apply the entire contents of the applicator tube to 4 or 6 spots on the top of the back from the shoulder to the base of the tail.

Advantix is safe for use on pregnant and lactating bitches. DO NOT USE ON CATS.

Ingredients

100 g/L IMIDACLOPRID (8.8%), 500 g/L PERMETHRIN (44.0%)

Cautions

Do not use on puppies under 7 weeks of age.

Do not apply Advantix for Dogs to cats or animals other than dogs. Do not permit cats to actively groom or have close physical contact with a recently treated dog.

Do not get this product in the pet''''''''s eyes or mouth. Use with caution in sick and debilitated animals.

This product causes eye irritation in humans and is harmful if swallowed. Avoid contact with skin. Call poison control center if swallowed. If on skin, wash with plenty of soap and water. If in eyes, flush with plenty of water.

Side Effects

Side effects may include:

• Skin irritation
• Redness
• Scratching
• Discomfort
• Gastrointestinal problems
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Lethargy or agitation

A small percentage of dogs have had adverse reactions to K9 Advantix including:

• Burning
• Tingling
• Itching
• Redness
• Numbness