Selarid for Cats
Product Description
Description
Selarid (selamectin) kills adult fleas and prevents flea eggs from hatching for one month and is indicated for the prevention and control of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis), prevention of heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis, and the treatment and control of ear mite (Otodectes cynotis) infestations. Selarid is also indicated for the treatment and control of roundworm (Toxocara cati) and intestinal hookworm (Ancylostoma tubaeforme) infections in cats. For use in cats eight weeks of age and older.
Benefits
- Kills adult fleas and prevents flea eggs from hatching for one month
- Prevents and controls flea (Ctenocephalides felis) infestations
- Prevents heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis
- Treats and controls ear mite (Otodectes cynotis) infestations
- Treats and controls intestinal hookworm (Ancyclostoma tubaeforme) and roundworm (Toxocara cati) infections in cats
Consult with your veterinarian for proper dosage and course of treatment.
Safety Information
Warnings
Do not massage Selarid into the skin.
Do not apply when the haircoat is wet.
Do not apply to broken skin – Selarid contains
alcohol.
Precautions
Prior to administration of Selarid, dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infections. At the discretion of the veterinarian, infected dogs should be treated to remove adult heartworms. Selarid is not effective against adult D. immitis and, while the number of circulating microfilariae may decrease following treatment, Selarid is not effective for microfilariae clearance. Hypersensitivity reactions have not been observed in dogs with patent heartworm infections administered three times the recommended dose of selamectin solution. Higher doses were not tested.
Food and Drug Interactions
In well-controlled clinical studies, selamectin solution was used safely in dogs and cats receiving other veterinary products such as vaccines, anthelmintics, antiparasitics,
antibiotics, steroids, collars, shampoos and dips. Tell your veterinarian about all medicines you have given your dog or cat in the past, and any medicines that you
are planning to use with Selarid. This should include other medicines that you can get without a prescription. Your veterinarian may want to check that all of your
dog’s or cat’s medicines can be given together.
Human Warnings
Selarid is not for use in humans. Selarid should be kept out of reach of children. In humans, Selarid may be irritating to skin and eyes. Reactions such as hives, itching and skin redness have been reported in humans in rare instances
Side Effects
Possible Side Effects
The most common side effect is hair loss at the site of application with or without inflammation (redness, flaking) in cats. Other side effects reported in cats and dogs include vomiting, diarrhea with or without blood, anorexia (decreased appetite), lethargy (sluggishness), salivation, rapid breathing, pruritus (itching), urticaria (welts, hives), erythema (skin redness), ataxia (incoordination), fever and rare instances of death
Contact your veterinarian if you believe your pet is experiencing side effects.
Additional Information
Product Administration
Topical
Product Form
Solution
Ingredients
Selamectin
Storage
Store below 86°F
Manufacturer
VetOne