Sprays for ticks

Most of the ticks are considered parasites - they carry diseases that can infect humans or pets. In addition to diseases, the mite bite itself is also not very pleasant, since it can provoke skin irritation and even fever. Therefore, we often try to protect ourselves, our relatives and pets from the attack of arthropods, and this can be helped by an effective spray from ticks.

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Indications for the use of a spray against ticks

Sprays from ticks can have different effects, which allows them to be divided into categories:

• Acaricides - drugs that kill mites (cause paralysis of the parasite's body and immobilize it);
• repellents - means that repel insects (have an unpleasant odor for ticks);
• combined acaricidally-repellent agents - consist of at least two substances, one of which kills mites, and the other - prevents their attack.

Sprays from ticks are mainly used for preventive purposes, to prevent bites of bloodsucking insects.

Names of sprays for ticks

Spray name	Pharmacodynamics and Pharmacokinetics	Dosing and Administration	Storage conditions Shelf life
Leopard	Veterinary drug, acts on various insects, including ticks. Has the property of accumulating in the skin and sebaceous glands.	The bows are applied once: the effect lasts for 30-60 days.	Store at room temperature, up to two years from the date of production.
Bologna	Veterinary medicine based on propoxur. Moderately toxic drug that does not have a systemic effect.	Apply to the skin 1 time per week, based on the proportion of 2 ml of the drug (4 full clicks) per 1 m? Of skin surface.	In a dark place, at room temperature, up to 5 years.
Front Line	Veterinary combination drug based on fipronil, copolyvidone and isopropanol.	Used externally for spraying. The treatment period is up to 5 weeks.	At room temperature, up to 3 years.
Mosquitol	The drug has a double action: it scares off and destroys ticks and other insects.	Process clothes, which are then dried and put on. The effect of the sprayed drug is up to 2 weeks.	At normal temperature, up to three years.
GARDAX	A product based on aromatics and essential oils. Acts in a frightening way, from 2 to 5 hours in a row.	Gardex sprayed on the palm, then applied to open areas: rugi, shins, neck. You can not rub the remedy.	Does not require special storage conditions. Shelf life - up to 2 years.
Dana	Insectoacaricidal veterinary drug based on diazinon. Destroys the cutaneous parasites, has anti-inflammatory effect.	The animals are treated once a month, applying the drug to the withers.	Keep in a dry room, up to 2 years.
Befar	Veterinary drug, the active substance of which is pyrethrin.	Spray onto the skin from a distance of 20 cm. After 3 days, the procedure can be repeated.	Store in a well-ventilated room, at normal temperature, up to 5 years.
Hartz	Insectoacaricide for veterinary use. It has a harmful effect on ticks, and also protects against their attack.	Apply to the skin of the animal along the spine. The duration of the action is one month, after which, if necessary, the procedure is repeated.	Store 2 years at room temperature.
Off extreme	Repellent, repels various insects, including ticks.	Spray onto clothes to a light moisture. The frequency of treatment is 1 time in three days.	Keep in normal conditions, away from children. Shelf life - 3 years.

Use during pregnancy

Acaricides (insecticides) and repellents are contraindicated for use during pregnancy. The active components of such drugs are more or less toxic, so you should not take risks. The ingress of poisons into the body can result in premature birth, spontaneous abortion, and intrauterine malformations of the fetus.

If another family member is spraying the mite spray, then all safety precautions should be followed to prevent the pregnant woman from inhaling the spray pair.

Contraindications to the use of sprays against ticks

• Pregnancy and lactation.
• Children up to 3 years old (for children there are special anti-maltreatment funds).
• Respiratory diseases, skin diseases, allergic mood of the body.

When treating animals, contraindications are:

• the age of kittens and puppies is less than 3 months;
• systemic diseases, high temperature in the animal;
• sometimes - pregnancy.

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Side effects

Among the side effects, the most common are allergic reactions, which are manifested by the following symptoms:

• redness of the skin;
• rashes, swelling, itching;
• conjunctivitis, allergic rhinitis;
• neurological symptoms (irritability, depressive states).

In the case of animals, vomiting and shortness of breath may occur.

Overdose

If the recommended dosages are exceeded and the sprays are treated incorrectly, an overdose may occur. If this happens, then all signs of poisoning can be observed:

• dyspepsia (diarrhea, vomiting, headache);
• salivation, increased sweating;
• convulsions.

In case of an overdose, always consult a doctor.

If an overdose of the spray has occurred in the animal, then this can be manifested by frequent shallow breathing, drooling, general anxiety. Sometimes it is enough to wash the animal thoroughly with clean water so that the symptoms of an overdose disappear.

Interactions with other drugs

Do not use several repellents and acaricides at the same time, this can lead to significant intoxication and increased side effects.

In order for the spray to be as effective as possible, it should be applied as follows:

• for the treatment of people - they process clothing and visible parts of the body, avoiding the face area;
• for processing animals - they process the wool and litter of the animal.

During spraying, note that the concentration of the active ingredient in the spray is lower than in the drops or ointments. Therefore, the aerosol consumption should be greater.

Spray from ticks is better to buy in well-established stores or pharmacies, otherwise there is a high probability of buying a fake.