Pestigon Spot-on Solution 4 Pipettes 0.67ml 67mg Dogs 2 To 1

NAME
PESTIGON 67 MG SPOT-ON SOLUTION FOR DOGS (SMALL SIZE)

PHARMACOTHERAPEUTIC CATEGORY
Ectoparasiticides for topical use.

ACTIVE PRINCIPLES
Fipronil 67 mg / 0.67 ml.

EXCIPIENTS
Butylhydroxyanisole (E320), butylhydroxytoluene (E321), povidone K12, polysorbate 80, butyl alcohol, diethylene glycol monoethyl ether.

INDICATIONS
Treatment of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis). The product has an immediate insecticidal effect and persistent insecticidal activity against new infestations by adult fleas for a period of up to 8 weeks. It has persistent acaricidal activity against Ixodes ricinus up to 2 weeks, Rhipicephalus sanguineus up to 3 weeks and Dermacentor reticulatus up to 4 weeks. If the animal is infested with ticks at the time of application of the product, it is possible that not all these parasites are killed within the first 48 hours but it may take up to a week for their elimination. The product can be used as part of a therapeutic strategy for the control of flea allergy dermatitis in previously diagnosed cases.

CONTRAINDICATIONS / SECONDARY EFFECT
Do not use in dogs weighing less than 2 kg. It should not be used in puppies younger 'less than 8 weeks. Do not use in sick (systemic diseases, fever, etc.) or convalescent animals. Do not use in rabbits as potentially life-threatening adverse reactions may occur. Do not use in cats to avoid overdose phenomena. Do not use in case of known hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.

USE / ROUTE OF ADMINISTRATION
Topical.

DOSAGE
1 pipette of 0.67 ml per dog weighing between 2 and 10 kg. For external use only: apply the product directly on the skin according to the weight of the animal. The minimum treatment interval is 4 weeks. Method of administration: Hold the pipette straight and lightly tap the narrow part so that the contents remain in the pipette body. Break off the tip of the pipette along the pre-break line. Part the hair between the shoulder blades until the skin is highlighted. Place the tip of the pipette on the skin and press gently to empty the contents onto the skin in one or two positions. Make sure that the product is applied in an area where the animal cannot lick itself as well as check that the animals do not lick each other after the treatment. Be careful not to wet the dog's coat excessively with the product as it could be sticky at the application site; should this occur, the sticky effect will disappear within 48 hours.

STORAGE
Store in the original container to protect from light and humidity.

WARNINGS
It does not prevent a tick infestation to animals, but ticks can be eliminated in the first 24-48 hours after infestation before having a full blood meal thus keeping the risk of disease transmission to a minimum. Dead ticks often detach from the animal and the remaining ticks can be easily removed by gently removing them with your hands. As part of the therapeutic strategy for the treatment of flea allergy dermatitis, it is recommended to apply the drug monthly on the allergic patient and on other dogs in the household. To optimally control flea infestations in a household with several pets, all dogs and cats should be treated with a suitable insecticide. Ticks could attach themselves to the animal; for this reason the transmission of infectious diseases cannot be completely excluded in the presence of unfavorable conditions. Fleas present on pets often infest the animal's basket, blankets and areas where the animal lives which, in case of massive infestations and at the beginning of pesticide treatment, must be treated with a special insecticide and regularly cleaned with an aspirator. Avoid frequent bathing or shampooing of the animal as the continued effectiveness of the product in these conditions has not been tested. Avoid contact with the animal's eyes; in case of accidental contact, immediately wash the eyes with abundant quantities of water. For external use only. Animals should be weighed carefully before treatment. It is important to make sure that the product is applied in an area where the animal is unable to lick itself as well as to check that the animals do not lick each other after the treatment. Do not apply the product on wounds or damaged skin. Special precautions for those administering the product to animals: People with known hypersensitivity to fipronil or its excipients should avoid contact with the veterinary medicinal product. It can cause irritation to the mucous membranes and eyes; avoid contact with mouth and eyes. Avoid letting the contents come into contact with your hands. In case of accidental contact, immediately wash the eyes with abundant quantities of water. Do not touch or let children play with treated animals until the application site is dry. It is therefore advisable to treat the animals early in the evening. Fipronil could have an adverse effect on aquatic organisms. Dogs should not swim in streams for two days after application. Alcohol used as a vehicle could have adverse effects on painted surfaces or furniture or other types of furniture in the home. The product is flammable and must therefore be kept away from heat sources, sparks, open flame or other sources of ignition. Wash your hands after handling the medicine; do not smoke, drink or eat during application. Overdose: No adverse effects were observed in safety studies in the target species in puppies of 8 weeks of age, juvenile dogs and dogs weighing approximately 2 kg treated on 3 occasions with a dosage of 5 times the recommended dose. . The risk of onset of adverse effects could however increase in the event of overdose and therefore animals should always be treated with the pipette of the size corresponding to their body weight.

WAITING TIME
Not relevant.

TARGET SPECIES
Dogs.

INTERACTIONS
None known.

SIDE EFFECTS
If animals lick each other, a transient hyperventilation may be observed mainly due to the nature of the excipients. Among suspected extremely rare adverse reactions, transient skin reactions at the application site (skin discoloration, local alopecia, pruritus, erythema) and diffuse pruritus or alopecia have been reported after application. In exceptional cases, hypersalivation, reversible neurological symptoms (hyperesthesia, depressed, nervous symptoms), vomiting or respiratory symptoms have been observed.

PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING
Laboratory studies in which fipronil was used did not reveal the existence of teratogenic or foetotoxic effects. In the absence of studies to evaluate the safety of the product in pregnant or lactating bitches, this medicinal product should only be used in accordance with the benefit / risk assessment.