The drug Stronghold (based on selamectin) is indicated for the prevention and control of flea infestation (Ctenocephalides Felis), it destroys adult fleas and prevents the incubation of flea eggs during one month The drug is effective for the prevention of heartworm infections (Dirofilaria immitis), as well as for the treatment of ear mite (Otodectes cynotis) infestations.
Stronghold is also intended for the prevention and treatment of scabies (caused by scabies mites) and to prevent infections with the Dermacentor variabilis mite. For the prevention and control of flea infestation, Stronghold should be applied at monthly intervals throughout the flea season, with pre-treatment one month prior to the season. In laboratory studies, over 98% of fleas were killed within 36 hours. The results of clinical studies in natural conditions with monthly use of the drug Stronghold demonstrated the display of more than 90% of flea infestations within 30 days after the introduction of the first dose.
To prevent heartworm infections, Stronghold should be applied on a monthly basis. The first dose should be used no later than one month after the beginning of the mosquito season, and the last dose should be applied within a month after the end of the season. For the control of ear mites (O. cynotis) in dogs and cats, Stronghold should be administered once. In rare cases, a second monthly dose may be necessary for some dogs. Monthly use of the drug will serve as a prevention of possible infections.
The drug is safe for puppies aged 6 weeks and older, for pregnant and lactating animals. Stronghold should not be used on sick, weak or exhausted dogs. In humans, the drug can cause skin and eye irritation, so after using it, you must wash your hands thoroughly.
Before using the drug, be sure to read the instructions!!!
Composition and form of release:
Active ingredients: selamectin
Transparent, colorless or pale yellow solution for external use containing 6% or 12% selamectin.
Recommendations for use:
The drug is applied to dry skin between the shoulder blades at the base of the neck.
For the destruction of fleas (Stenocephalides spp) on the body of dogs and cats, Stronghold is used once, and to prevent re-infestation - once a month during the entire season of insect activity. Having an insecticidal, ovicidal, larvicidal effect and interrupting the cycle of insect development, Stronghold provides a sharp reduction in the number of fleas in the animal's habitat already a month after the first application.
For allergic dermatitis caused by fleas, Stronghold is prescribed in the same doses. For the prevention of dirofilariasis in regions where Dirofilaria immitis is registered, Stronghold is prescribed to animals every month, starting a month before the start of the flight of the vectors of the pathogen - mosquitoes and mosquitoes and ending no earlier than a month after the end of their flight. Stronghold does not destroy sexually mature D. immitis, but reduces the number of circulating microfilariae, and can be safely used even in infected animals.
If the monthly interval between the use of Stronghold was exceeded, it is necessary to apply the drug immediately, as soon as such an opportunity appears. When replacing chemotherapeutic agents in the heartofilariasis prevention program, the interval between the appointment of Stronghold and the previously used drug should be at least one month.
To treat dogs and cats with otodectosis (ear scabies) caused by O. cynotis, Stronghold is used once. In the course of treatment, it is recommended to clean the auditory canal from exudate and scabs, and in cases of complications of otodectosis with otitis, to prescribe antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents. If necessary, the course of treatment is repeated after 1 month.
To treat dogs with sarcoptosis caused by S. scabiei, Stronghold is used twice with an interval of 1 month. In order to prevent a possible infestation, the drug is recommended to be used once a month.
For deworming dogs and cats with toxocariasis, calledagainst Toxocara cati, Toxocara canis, and for hookworm caused by Ancylostoma tubaeformae, the drug is used for therapeutic purposes once, for preventive purposes - monthly.
Side effects:
- The drug can be prescribed to puppies and kittens from the age of 6 weeks.
- The drug can also be prescribed to pregnant and lactating females.
- Side effects and complications have not been found in animals.
Expiry date: 3 years from the date of manufacture
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