© 2019 Belvoir Media Group. Knowing this helps us understand how dogs can be getting seizures after using these products. More than half of the box are hazard warnings! The successive feeding activity of fleas on dogs may elicit a hypersensitivity skin disorder known as flea allergy dermatitis (FAD). By the time the cat reached my office, she was seizuring violently and continuously. Advantix is also a topical solution for the treatment and prevention of fleas, ticks, biting flies, mosquitoes and lice on dogs. REG. K9 Advantix II is highly toxic to aquatic organisms including fish and invertebrates. I realize now that this stuff is garbage and poison to dogs. 29780 P.C.P. 0000001334 00000 n Dr. Eric Barchas Take caution: Confusing the two can be deadly. She had bitten her tongue, and large amounts of bloody froth poured out of her mouth. However, cat owners need to be vigilant, because there also are several highly unsafe medications with packaging that mimics the safe products. Happily, there are several safe and effective flea treatments. xref K9 Advantix contains two active ingredients. h�b```a``fb`b`��� �� @6 �h``��bY=? One application lasts up to a month. K9 Advantix 20 EPA Reg. Unlike regular Advantage, K9 Advantix is not safe for and must not be used on cats. K9 Advantix absolutely is not. Cats exposed to the product through oral exposure or even contact with the skin may suffer symptoms that start with salivation, facial and whisker twitching, and agitation. as well. K9 Advantix, it works much, much better. D. Bayer HealthCare LLC Animal Health Division P.o. K9 Advantix II Version 2.0 Revision Date 05/26/2015 Page 11 of 12 FIFRA Status This product is registered with the EPA under FIFRA. Advantage has formulations approved for both dogs and cats, while the product Advantix is intended for use in dogs only. Permethrin (used in K9 Advantix) is well known to be poisonous to cats. Seresto kills adult and larval fleas outright, as does K9 Advantix II, but the latter product also prevents the development of flea eggs and larvae to the next life stage. Cats can not metabolize the active ingredient. to prevent heartworm for dogs, ⦠81 10 Advantage is safe for use in cats. 0000001608 00000 n ,e�odm:PC�eG��n�I��{|Ul.�$�N ��S�m��c���'�N�Xh�XsQU��鵛6��̍�``� b �h`� R� �L �u(2�h�i6 ��-���Ɂ!���Ir�� ��8�u�あ��p����T��� �@��^�b`��Ҍ@��e`���` �7>/Filter/FlateDecode/Index[78 3]/Length 20/Size 81/Type/XRef/W[1 1 1]>>stream Permethrin, however, can be deadly to cats. Advantix causes permethrin toxicity in cats, which is a common emergency, especially during the spring and summer months, when fleas are at their peak of peskiness. The owner applied what she thought was a tube of Advantage to her cat. %%EOF Although K9 Advantix ® II kills fleas on your dog, there may still be fleas in your dogâs environment that have since jumped on after treatment. While generally safe for most pets, there are some dogs that develop reactions to the medication. This product is applied to the dog once a month. The owner double-checked the packaging and realized that she had accidentally applied K9 Advantix for a small dog. 81 0 obj <> endobj Over the course of the night, we were able to wean her off anesthesia. K9 Advantix was developed so that Bayer could compete against Frontline (made by Merial) with a claim of efficacy against ticks. This product is toxic to cats, and it is not recommended to use it on dogs which share an environment with cats. Bayerâs solution was K9 Advantixâit also prevents tick infestations. All flea-control medications have "active" and "inert" ingredients. Ominously, her temperature was below normal. This is just in case any contact or grooming occurs which could cause the cat ⦠The symptoms progressed. Yikes, do I really want to put this on my dog? I don't use Advantix because I have cats and it is poisonous for them. The owner blamed herself. The âK9â should tip you off. Should never be used on a cat. Even the K9 Advantix box warns that it is hazardous to humans and fatal to cats! No. Toxic Substances Control Act This product is excluded from TSCA Regulation under FIFRA Section 3 (2)(B)(ii) when used as a pesticide. 0000001517 00000 n However, it is my opinion that where ticks are concerned, K9 Advantix is an inferior product. 0000003334 00000 n Is Your Cat Chasing His Tail? Advantage is safe for use in cats. Here is a photo I took of the box of K9 Advantix I bought last year. Ingredients: One of the ingredients in K9 Advantix II, permethrin is toxic to cats so extra care needs to be taken if you have a kitty living in your home. All rights reserved. K9 Advantix Vs Frontline. Treatment of dogs with K9 Advantix ® II rapidly kills fleas and may reduce the incidence of this condition. K9 Advantix ® II large dog will control fleas, ticks and lice on dogs weighing 11-25 kg within one day of treatment and will continue to protect the dog from further flea, tick and lice infestations for at least four weeks. In regards to the skin itself - if causing an irritation, using a dawn dishwashing soap to ⦠Dogs can metabolize permethrin effectively, resulting in a safe product for them. I have repeatedly railed against the products made by Hartz, BioSpot, and Sergeant’s over the years, and I recommend that no pet owner ever purchase any product made by these companies. There's Advantage, Advantix, and Frontline Plus. Unlike Advantage that is applied between the shoulder blades, K-9 Advantix is to be applied in several spots down the dogs back. K9 Advantix II. Four 0.014 fl oz (0.4 mL) Tubes Six 0.014 fl oz (0.4 mL) Tubes EPA Reg. Not all toxic ingredients are listed on flea-control products and may be classified as "inert" ingredients. . Over the years, I have seen fleas cause massive harm to feline health and well-being. Most veterinarians consider Advantix safe for dogs, but it is a strong medication that should be used with caution. K9 Advantix is especially dangerous because it is made by the same company as Advantage, and is packaged similarly. K9 Advantix provides protection against biting flies, fleas and ticks. On the other hand the Frontline Plus is made for dogs that are weighing between 45 and 88 lbs. However, they both rely heavily on toxic chemicals to get the job done. Notice how they attempt to distract you from those warnings by putting the benefits in red. Very effective safe and non-toxic to dogs. The product is applied onto the skin; administration of ⦠%PDF-1.5 %���� Should You Ever Worry About It? In cats (and especially sensitive dogs), the permethrin acts as a nerve toxin. I have heard that Advantix is toxic and has caused some puppies to die or have bad seizures because permethrin (a chemical in Advantix) enters the bloodstream. K9 Advantix II for Dogs can be highly effective at repelling fleas and ticks, but is it a safe option for your pup? It is, for the most part, safe for use in dogs (although I don’t recommend it, because its margin of safety isn’t sufficient for my taste). Advantix is a once-a-month, topical flea & tick medication for dogs. Within an hour, its whiskers began to twitch. It is not just the active ingredient in Advantage, imidacloprid, that can have toxic effects. In my mind, confusing packaging is the cause of these sorts of crises. K9 Advantix and Frontline are two topical treatments that can kill fleas and ticks for up to four weeks. Not only does it kill fleas and ticks, but it also repels them for 30 days.Killing all forms of flea life (eggs, pupae, larvae, and adults), K9 Advantix effectively breaks their life cycle, preventing any new infestations from happening. Severe infestations, in which overwhelming numbers of the blood-sucking parasites feed simultaneously, can trigger fatal anemia. A cat I treated several months ago provides a dramatic example. Advantix® for Dogs Description Advantix for Dogs is a topical treatment and prevention of fleas and ticks including the paralysis tick, the brown dog tick and the bush tick also for the control of lice and repelling of mosquitoes in dogs and puppies. K9 Advantix is especially dangerous because it is made by the same company as Advantage, and is packaged similarly. I don't live near any cats, so it being toxic to cats isn't a big concern. K9 Advantix is available in two varieties: the original K9 Advantix and K9 Advantix II. trailer But, if you have a large breed, there is another version made for dogs heavier than 55 lbs. US. I have been using k9 advantix 11 for my 10lb dog, it works well but since the price is higher now & I also worry about the toxin so i want to try other med like Frontline Plus so i'd like to know if it is worth trying. Herein, is Advantix safe for my dog? 0000000994 00000 n More serious illness is not expected. 11556-133 Your submission dated April 18, 2008 OFFICE OF PREVENTION. Dogs treated with Advantix will be less likely to be bitten by mosquitoes or flies. Advantix for Large Dogs 2.5 ml £22.92. The cat did not respond fully to muscle relaxants and anti-seizure drugs, so she had to be anesthetized for several hours to control the urgent symptoms and given cautious thermal support. NO. One, imidacloprid, is also in Advantage. Fleas carry diseases and parasites such as tapeworms, Bartonellosis (also known as cat scratch fever), and feline infectious anemia. Due to the severe toxicity of permethrin towards cats itâs recommended with Advantix that you keep your dog separate from any house cats for 24 hours. This means that you need to be responsible when it comes to owning and using Advantix â itâs a very powerful and focused treatment that needs to be respected. Active Ingredients: Imidacloprid, Permethrin, and Pyriproxyfen Type: Topical Duration: 1 Month K9 Advantix II is a Bayer Animal Health flea and tick topical treatment.. Advantix II was launched at the North American Veterinary Conference in January of 2011 and became available to the public in March 2011 [].. Bayer was founded in 1867, with its pet products launching in ⦠The packaging for K9 Advantix (for dogs) looks a lot like its much safer cousin for cats, Advantage. startxref Luckily, with K9 Advantix ® II, new fleas are killed within 2 hours with protection against further infestation for at least 4 weeks. How Mayim Bialik is Doing Better for Cats. The San Francisco SPCA Spoofs Portlandia with Catlandia. However, cats cannot metabolize this ingredient, and will suffer from toxic effects if exposed. They may drool from the taste, rarely vomit and have stomach upset. Her tremors, disorientation, and facial twitching persisted for several days. While this may be toxic for a cat - this is not toxic in the same way for a dog. Advantix for Large Dogs >10Kg & <25Kg contains 2.5 ml (250 mg imidacloprid, 1250 mg permethrin) Indicated for the prevention and treatment of ⦠Fortunately, the cat made a complete recovery. K9 Advantix absolutely is not. Make sure you check the labels carefully. K9 Advantix II Ingredients. What is the difference between Advantage and Advantix? Reinfesting fleas are killed within 2 hours with protection against further flea infestation lasting at least ⦠0000000827 00000 n K9 Advantix ® II large dog also reduces biting by mosquitoes and stable flies and kills mosquitoes. The Advantix II is made for dogs that are heavier than 22 but weighing less than 55 lbs. There are several different products available in the market that promises to be highly effective in killing fleas as well as ticks. Advantage, to my understanding is only good for fighting flees. K9 Advantix ® II kills existing fleas on dogs within 12 hours. 0 Both these chemicals interfere with the nervous system of the fleas and ticks and paralyze and kill them. 0000000016 00000 n However, cat owners need to be aware of another, more insidious risk: K9 Advantix. Hi, I am Dr. Peter and would like to help. It protects against fleas but not ticks, and is generally safe for use in cats. ACT. 0000001101 00000 n Knowing the common and rare side effects allows you to monitor your pet after administering the medication so that you can get veterinary treatment if a reaction occurs. Also the meds. K9 Advantix® II protects against fleas, ticks and mosquitoes. In many parts of the world, fleas are a scourge for cats. However, if you are concerned about ticks in your cat or dog, I recommend Frontline (or an equivalent generic product containing fipronil). May 31st 2012. The main active ingredients are imidacloprid and ⦠AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES Mr. Douglas A. Spiker, Ph. K9 Advantix II and Frontline Plus Ingredients "What Is K9 Advantix by Bayer?" If they share the same room, there is no fear. K-9 Advantix can be/ is toxic to dogs if it is applied where they could possibly lick it or if a puppy playmate were to get it in their mouths playing & wrestling around with a dog that has this on. Unfortunately, it was too late. Sincerely, These can progress to seizures, coma, and death. In response to your question, K9 Advantix is extremely toxic to cats and it is usually fatal. K9 Advantix is a popular waterproof, topical agent used to kill and prevent fleas and ticks from infestation on dogs. 11556-141 K9 ADVANTIX II® medium dog - dogs and puppies 7 weeks of age and older and weighing 11 - 20 lbs. | This feature of permethrin toxicity (the bath may also have contributed to hypothermia) is a serious challenge to treat. Get tips and exclusive deals. K9 Advantix II contains permethrin which is toxic to our feline friends. Unfortunately, it is very easy to mistake K9 Advantix for its safer cousin, and it’s accidentally applied to cats frequently — often with disastrous consequences. On the active ingredients, K9 Advantix II is made with 44% Permethrin, 8.8% imidacloprid, and 0.44% pyriproxyfen. 0000000496 00000 n K9 Advantix Pros: starts working within about one hour kills and repels fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes. The second is permethrin, an old-school insecticide that is effective against ticks. PESTICIDES AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES JUN - 6 2008 The amendment referred to above, submitted in connection with registration under FIFRA section 3( c )(7)(A), is acceptable and a stamped copy of the label is enclosed for your records. Both of my dogs have reacted horribly to their 'size-appropriate' dosage of Bayer K9 advantix. She immediately bathed her cat to remove the product. If fleas are your only concern, Advantage is fine. I disagreed. While the ultimate goal of killing pests has been accomplished, the long term effects on your pet, and even you, can be harmful. 0000001428 00000 n Read more here! Conversely, if youâre in an area with exceptionally high levels of mosquitoes or your pup hangs out with horses or farm animals (sadly, these guys attract flies) then K9 Advantix II would get my vote. It usually lasts about 3 weeks instead of 4 weeks. 90 0 obj <>stream Stay informed! h�bb�b`b``a�. 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