Bravecto Topical Solution for Cats rx

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What is Bravecto for Cats?

Bravecto for Cats is a safe and effective topical flea and tick treatment that provides up to 12 weeks of protection. It is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) and the treatment and control of black-legged tick (Ixodes scapularis) infestations for 12 weeks in cats and kittens 6 months of age and older, and weighing 2.6 lbs or greater. This easy-to-apply formula also treats and controls Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick) infestations for 8 weeks. With one application, Bravecto for Cats will protect your cat against fleas for three times as long as most leading flea and tick preventatives. This means less of a chance of missing a dose, making it easier to keep your cat protected year-round. One dose effectively breaks the 3-month flea life cycle, from egg to adulthood. Bravecto for Cats requires a prescription from your veterinarian.

For:

Cats and Kittens (6+ months of age, weighing 2.6+ lbs )

Benefits:

  • Prevents and treats fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) and black-legged ticks (Ixodes scapularis) for up to 12 weeks
  • Treats and controls Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick) infestations for 8 weeks
  • Kills 100% of fleas within 8 hours of application
  • Effectively breaks the 3-month flea life cycle
  • Close to a full year of protection with only 4 doses. No more monthly dosing
  • Easy to apply

How does Bravecto for Cats work?

After applying Bravecto for Cats, the medication quickly reaches tissue fluids under your cat's skin. When fleas and ticks feed on your cat, they ingest Bravecto for Cats and die. Bravecto for Cats kills fleas, prevents flea infestations and kills black-legged ticks for 12 weeks. Bravecto for Cats also treats and controls American dog ticks for 8 weeks.

Cautions:

Not for human use. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. Do not contact or allow children to contact the application site until dry. Keep the product in the original packaging until use in order to prevent children from getting direct access to the product. Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling the product. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. If contact with eyes occurs, then flush eyes slowly and gently with water. Wash hands and contacted skin thoroughly with soap and water immediately after use of the product. The product is highly flammable. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame or other sources of ignition. For topical use only. Avoid oral ingestion. Use with caution in cats with a history of neurologic abnormalities. Neurologic abnormalities have been reported in cats receiving Bravecto, even in cats without a history of neurologic abnormalities. Bravecto has not been shown to be effective for 12-weeks duration in kittens less than 6 months of age. Bravecto is not effective against Dermacentor variabilis ticks beyond 8 weeks after dosing. The safety of Bravecto has not been established in breeding, pregnant and lactating cats.

Brand Name:

Bravecto for Cats

Side effects of Bravecto for Cats?

In a well-controlled U.S. field study, there were no serious adverse reactions. Possible side effects may include vomiting, pruritus, diarrhea, alopecia, decreased appetite, lethargy, or scabs/ulcerated lesions following application.

What happens if I miss giving a dose of Bravecto for Cats?

Give the dose when you remember and resume the normal application schedule of one application every 12 weeks.

Bravecto for Cats Directions:

  • Bravecto for Cats should be administered topically as a single dose every 12 weeks according to the Dosage Guidelines below to provide a minimum dose of 18.2 mg/lb (40 mg/kg) body weight.
  • Bravecto for Cats may be administered every 8 weeks in case of potential exposure to Dermacentor variabilis ticks.

Application Instructions:

  1. Immediately before use, open the pouch and remove the tube. Hold the tube at the crimped end with the cap in an upright position (tip up). The cap should be rotated clockwise or counter clockwise one full turn. The cap is designed to stay on the tube for dosing and should not be removed. The tube is open and ready for application when a click is heard or felt. This indicates that the seal is broken and product can be applied to your cat.
  2. The cat should be standing or lying with its back horizontal during application. Part the fur at the administration site. Place the tube tip vertically against the skin at the base of your cat's skull.
  3. Squeeze the tube and gently apply the entire contents of Bravecto for Cats directly to the skin at the base of your cat's skull. Avoid applying an excessive amount of solution that could cause some of the solution to run and drip off of your cat. If a second spot is needed to avoid run off, then apply the second spot slightly behind the first spot.

Tip:

Treatment with Bravecto may begin at any time of the year and can continue year round without interruption.

Dosage:

Cats/Kittens (6+ months of age, weighing 2.6+ lbs):

WeightDosage
2.6-6.2 lbsOne 112.5 mg tube
>6.2 - 13.8 lbsOne 250 mg tube
>13.8 - 27.5 lbsOne 500 mg tube
Over 27.5 lbsAdminister the appropriate combination of tubes as per dosage chart above.

Dogs:

Do not use!

Horses:

Do not use!

Storage:

Do not store above 86°F (30°C). Store in the original package in order to protect from moisture. The pouch should only be opened immediately prior to use.

Bravecto for Cats Ingredients:

Bravecto for Cats 2.6-6.2 lbs

IngredientAmount
Fluralaner112.5 mg

Bravecto for Cats 6.2-13.8 lbs

IngredientAmount
Fluralaner250 mg

Bravecto for Cats 13.8-27.5* lbs

IngredientAmount
Fluralaner500 mg

* Cats over 27.5 lbs should be administered the appropriate combination of tubes.

Benefits:

  • Effectively prevents and treats fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) and black-legged ticks (Ixodes scapularis) for up to 12 weeks
  • Treats and controls Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick) infestations for 8 weeks
  • Kills 100% of fleas within 8 hours of application
  • Effectively breaks the 3-month flea life cycle
  • Close to a full year of protection with only 4 doses. No more monthly dosing
  • Easy to apply

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