Can I use advantage for large cats on a small cat?
Advantage II for cats is available in three products, each corresponding to specific weight ranges. There is one for kittens (2 to 5 lbs), small cats (5 to 9 lbs), and large cats (over 9 lbs). The dosage is higher for heavier cats. See the dosage by weight chart below.
What is the difference between Advantage II and Advantage Multi for Cats?
Advantage Multi contains Moxidectin. This ingredient prevents heartworms, hookworms, roundworms, and ear mites. Advantage II uses Pyriproxyfen to kill flea larvae and eggs, prevent heartworms, and treat lice. Advantage Multi requires a prescription, while Advantage II is an over-the-counter product.
Is Advantage Multi safe for cats?
Avoid oral ingestion. Cats may experience hypersalivation, tremors, vomiting and decreased appetite if Advantage Multi for Cats is inadvertently administered orally or through grooming/licking of the application site.
How often do you give Advantage Multi for Cats?
every 30 days
How often should I apply Advantage Multi® for Cats? Use monthly (every 30 days), year-round, to kill fleas; treat flea infestations; treat and control ear mites, hookworms and roundworms; and prevent heartworm disease.
What happens if you put too much flea medicine on a cat?
Common signs of toxicity from flea products containing organophosphates are diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, small pupils, muscle tremor, weakness or falling over, and drooling. Organophosphate toxicity can be rapidly fatal, depending on the ingredients and dose the pet is exposed to.
Which is better for cats Revolution or Advantage Multi?
Advantage Multi doesn’t have any activity against ticks so Revolution is better in areas where ticks are prevalent. Both products target roundworm, hookworm, fleas, ear mites and sarcoptic mange.
Is advantage 11 the same as Advantage Multi?
Can cats overdose on flea treatment?
If you are finding fleas on your pet even after applying your pet’s topical flea treatment, you might consider reapplying it early. However, this solution is not always recommended and may lead to an overdose in some rare cases.
Why are my cats still scratching after advantage?
It’s fairly typical after you’ve applied Itch Flea for there to be a period of hyperactivity amongst the fleas as the product takes effect, and this can cause an increase in itching. It should settle down though after 24 hours.
What are the side effects of Advantage Multi for Cats?
Advantage Multi for Cats’s most common adverse reactions reported may include behavioral changes, coughing, drowsiness, polypdipsia, decreased appetite, vomiting, and hypersalivation. Immediately contact your veterinarian if you observe any of these listed.
Which is better Revolution or Advantage Multi for Cats?
Advantage Multi® kills both immature and adult roundworms and hookworms, while REVOLUTION® PLUS kills adult intestinal worms only. When only adult worms are killed, your cat could still be infected.
Why does my cat act weird after flea treatment?
If your flea already has a flea infestation, then they might be acting irritable or annoyed because of the fleas. It might take a little time for the treatment to become effective. Another reason your cat might be acting weird is that you have had to take them to the veterinarian.
What happens if you give a cat too much flea medicine?
What are the side effects of Advantage Multi for cats?
Is advantage safer than revolution?
There are a few clear differences between the products. The number of parasites that Revolution covers is greater than that of Advantage II and the product is also safe to use in pregnancy and lactation which can be useful if you are breeding your pets. The product can also be used in younger and smaller animals.
Is there a generic for Advantage Multi?
Product Detail: Generic Advantage Multi (Imidacloprid & Moxidectin) Assurity Plus Spot On offers protection against multiple parasites in one easy to administer topical monthly dose – no need to battle with tablets!
Can cats get sick from too much flea medicine?
Poisoning symptoms in cats usually occur minutes to hours after exposure to or application of the flea and tick medicine, but may be delayed up to 72 hours. The symptoms typically last two to three days. The most common symptoms of flea and tick medicine poisoning in cats include: Tremors/muscle twitching/trembling.
Why does my cat go crazy after flea treatment?