Flea pills

Owners of four-legged pets, both cats and dogs, often encounter various parasites, including fleas. They cause a lot of problems, as they often bite not only animals, but also people. You can fight fleas with the help of special means: sprays, drops, shampoos. But recently, flea tablets have become quite popular, which are recommended to be given not only to animals, but also to their owners.

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Indications flea pills

Flea tablets are used when the first traces of their bites appear on the body. It should be noted that humans are bitten only by certain species of these parasites: cat fleas Ctenocephalides felis, dog fleas Ctenocephalides canis, rat fleas Xenopsylla cheopis and rabbit fleas Spilopsyllus cuniculi. But there is also a parasite that reproduces and lives exclusively on humans: Pulex irritans.

The main symptoms of a flea bite are the following signs:

1. Quite strong and unpleasant pain sensations (similar to a prick from a thin needle).
2. At the site of the bite, a red dot appears, in the center of which there may be dried blood.
3. The bite site swells and becomes slightly puffy.
4. The red dot itches a lot.
5. The skin around the bite also turns red.

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Release form

Today, it is quite difficult to find effective tablets that are suitable for getting rid of fleas. In particular, there are only two drugs that can completely get rid of these parasites:

1. Comfortis.
2. Bravecto.

Please note that these products are only suitable for treating animals. But remember that you must first rid your pet of parasites before you can begin treating a person.

If flea bites do appear on the human body, it is recommended, first of all, to disinfect the wounds and relieve the unpleasant itching, which can lead to scratching of the damaged skin and infection of the bites. Calamine lotion or Boro Plus are excellent for this. If the itching is very strong, you can use Flucinar, Hydrocortisone or other steroid ointments.

Inflammation of the wound can be successfully relieved with the help of ordinary sulfur ointment. In some cases, the doctor may recommend taking antihistamine tablets to relieve the main symptoms of flea bites.

Next we will look at more detailed information about them.

Comfortis

Flea tablets are a more effective and reliable way to combat parasites. This is explained by the fact that drops, shampoo or spray can be licked off the animal's fur, but a tablet will definitely work as it should.

Comfortis tablets based on the active component sinosad are distinguished by a targeted effect on the nervous system of the parasite. When the active substances of the drug enter the stomach of the flea, muscle spasms and nervous paralysis develop, which lead to the death of the insect.

This drug is available in different dosages, so you need to buy a tablet based on the weight of your pet. It is very important to carefully read the instructions before giving the drug to your animal. The product can be given both during and after meals. Thanks to special flavors, the animal eats the tablet without any problems.

The drug starts working half an hour after taking it. And the parasites die within two hours. Comfortis can also be used for prevention. It should be noted that this drug is only suitable for treating animals starting from the 14th week of their life.

Bravecto

Bravecto tablets are intended for treating dogs from fleas. They are available in five different dosages. The medicine based on the active component fluralaner helps to quickly cope with parasites. Fluralaner blocks GABA-dependent and glutamate-dependent receptors of fleas and ticks, which leads to the development of nervous excitation, paralysis and subsequent death of parasites.

Bravecto is prescribed for dogs in a dosage that depends on the weight of your pet. As a rule, animals chew these chewable tablets without problems, as they have a pleasant smell and taste.

Rarely, this medication can cause diarrhea, vomiting, salivation, and loss of appetite in dogs. Bravecto should not be used to treat pregnant dogs or animals weighing less than 2 kg.

Read also: Drops from fleas: types, principle of action and method of application

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Dosing and administration

Flea tablets are used primarily orally. In this case, you can find exactly the dosage of the active component that is most suitable for your particular case. It is very important to fully follow the instructions, which are always included with the product. As a rule, for dogs starting from 1 kg of weight, no more than 70 mg of the drug is prescribed, and for cats - no more than 100 mg.

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Contraindications

1. Intolerance of active components of flea tablets by animals.
2. Low pet weight.
3. Pregnancy and feeding of offspring.
4. Animals with epilepsy.

Side effects flea pills

1. Vomit.
2. Diarrhea.
3. Increased salivation.
4. Decreased appetite.

Storage conditions

Flea tablets should be stored separately from food in a tightly closed package. The place should be completely protected from small children and direct sunlight. The air temperature should not exceed +30 degrees.

Shelf life

The shelf life of flea tablets is usually up to three years.