FAQ's about Advantage II Flea Control

Q: How long does it take to kill all fleas after first application on an animal that has fleas?
A: 24 hours to zero fleas counted

Q: Does it kill ticks as well as fleas?
A: No, there is no tick activity at all. This product is highly specific for fleas.

Q: Activity against parasites other than fleas and ticks?
A: Fleas only

Q: How long does a single application last?
A: one month

Q: How soon after bathing can it be applied?
A: As soon as the pet is dry

Q: Does it wash off?
A: Yes - this product will be washed off completely with a degreasing shampoo. It can withstand one bath between applications and swimming once a week between applications but no more

Q: Flea killing active ingredient:
A: Imidocloprid

Q: How young can the pet be for application?
A: Puppies - 7 weeks, kittens - 8 weeks

Q: Approved for use in pregnant or nursing mother dogs/cats?
A: not in this country but in other countries yes (U.S. EPA does not recognize testing done for other countries and testing in pregnancy/lactation has not been done in the U.S.)

Q: Does the pet need a veterinarian office call in the last year to get the product?
A: No, this is an insecticide, not a drug, but the manufacturer sells its product for resale only through veterinarians so that proper usage etc. can be explained.

Q: Is the product safe for use on sick, elderly or debilitated patients?
A: Product should be safe for such use provided the patient is receiving veterinary care. Otherwise, if the pet is inactive or hospitalized in a cage, the product may not spread around the body as rapidly as usual.