Is fipronil and S methoprene safe for cats?
Neither one of these insecticides is safe for use on cats. Reinhard says over-the-counter treatments Bio Spot for cats and Hartz UltraGuard Pro, Flea & Tick Drops for Cats contain etofenprox and methoprene which are safe to use on cats according to the manufacturers.
What is fipronil S methoprene?
Fipronil is a phenylpyrazole antiparasitic agent and methoprene is an insect growth regulator. Combined together, fipronil and methoprene kill adult and larval fleas as well as flea eggs. All stages of ticks are also killed. It works by interfering with the central nervous system of insects, resulting in death.
Can fipronil be used on cats?
Fipronil is frequently found in combination with other medications to treat a wide variety of topical parasites. Its use in cats and dogs to treat certain parasites is ‘off label’ or ‘extra label’. Many drugs are commonly prescribed for off label use in veterinary medicine.
What is methoprene for cats?
Methoprene is an antiparasitic active ingredient used in veterinary medicine in dogs, cats and livestock against a few external parasites (lice, flies, etc.). It is also used against agricultural and household pests.
Why is fipronil banned?
Fipronil is extremely toxic to bees and it causes some of the same problems for them that are triggered by neonicotinoids. For example, the US EPA banned fipronil seed treatments for corn (maize), and Europe banned fipronil in agriculture.
How long does fipronil last?
When using a Fipronil, keep in mind that it is a slow-acting chemical. It can take 24 to 36 hours to kill the target pest but the active ingredient does have a long-time residual which can last up to 90 days, meaning you don’t have to reapply as often unless you have a very large infestation.
Is S methoprene safe?
The studies available to EPA indicate that the biochemical insect growth regulator Methoprene is of low toxicity and poses very little hazard to people and other non-target species.
What are the side effects of fipronil?
Direct, short-term contact with skin can result in slight skin irritation. When individuals have eaten fipronil, reported health effects included sweating, nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain, dizziness, weakness, and seizures.
What happens if a cat licks fipronil?
Luckily, the main active ingredient in Frontline is fipronil, which is not lethal if ingested. The medication’s taste usually causes the most notable reaction, as the cat’s mouth waters to get rid of the foul flavor. She’ll eventually rid herself of the taste and return to normal.
What happens if a cat eats fipronil?
Toxic Symptoms caused by Fipronil Poisoning The primary symptoms of intoxication with fipronil and other phenylpyrazoles affect mainly the Central Nervous System (CNS). Most frequent symptoms are: Ataxia (uncoordinated movements)
Are IGR safe for cats?
IGRs are virtually non- toxic to humans and pets and are long-lasting, up to 7 months by some reports.
Is Tetrachlorvinphos safe for cats?
What to watch out for: As with other flea and tick products, be wary of products containing tetrachlorvinphos (toxic to the nervous system and likely to cause cancer) and permethrin, which is highly toxic to cats.