Comfortis for cats

1. Comfortis for Cats Comfortis Flea Control for Cats Comfortis are beef flavored chewable tablets used for killing fleas found on cats. An effective flea treatment, Comfortis starts attacking adult fleas within 30 minutes of administration and destroys 100% fleas within 4 hours. To be administered on a monthly basis, these tablets kill fleas before they lay eggs. Its adulticidal activity persists throughout the month to reduce flea population and egg production. How does it work? Spinosad, the active ingredient in Comfortis is an insecticide with adulticidal properties. It causes hyper excitation of flea nervous system, paralyzes them and kills them. The continuous action of Spinosad results in elimination of new fleas and prevention of re-infestations by slowing down egg production.

2. This way, a once-a-month administration of Comfortis chewable tablet destroys fleas and breaks its life cycle. Regular use of the treatment reduces flea population to a bare minimum. Benefits •Starts killing fleas within 30 minutes •Destroys 100% adult fleas within 4 hours •Oral administration is easy without any issues of residue or staining •Beef flavored chewables are a treat for the pet •Contains environment friendly active ingredient •It assists in treating Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD) Direction • Spinosad dosage is given in accordance with the weight of the pet. Weigh your cat first. Choose the correct packing as per the weight of your cat. Check the dosage table for details. • For best results, Comfortis chewable tablets should be given with food or after meal. If the pet resists taking the tablet directly, then open her mouth and place the tablet at the back of the tongue. If the pet avoids direct intake of the tablet then mix it with her food like other medicine. Dosage table: Cat Weight (Kg) Pack Color No. of tablets and tablet strength (mg Spinosad) 1.2 – 1.8 Purple 1 x 90 mg tablet 1.9 – 2.8 Pink 1 x 140 mg tablet 2.9 – 3.6 Purple 2 x 90 mg tablets 3.7 – 5.4 Purple 1 x 270 mg tablet 5.5 – 8.5 1 x 425 mg tablet More than 8.5 Combination of tablets

3. Note: If the pet throws up the tablet by vomiting within an hour then re-dose with another full tablet. On missing a dose, give one tablet with her regular meal and resume the monthly schedule. Safety of Comfortis on breeding, pregnant or nursing cats has not been evaluated. If your pet is going through any of these stages then take veterinarian advice before starting the treatment. In such cases, the tablets can be given only after benefit/risk assessment done by an experienced veterinarian. Safety •Keep away from children. •Do not administer to pets with a history of seizures and epilepsy. Take veterinarian advice for epileptic pets. •Do not administer to pets allergic to any of the ingredients of the chewable tablets. •Follow the label instructions. Do not overdose. •Store at room temperatures (68 –77F). •Side effects are rare but may occur to hypersensitive pets. Consult a vet on encountering any adverse effects like vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, skin inflammation, cough, excessive thirst, salivation, lethargy etc. •Comfortis contains pork-based protein that may not suit cats that are allergic to pork. •Do not use after expiry date given on the label. •Wash hands after administering the chewable tablet. •Take immediate medical help in case of accidental ingestion by human. Contraindications: •Do not administer Comfortis tablets to cats younger than 14 weeks of age. •Other contraindications of Comfortis are not known yet but it is advisable to check with your vet for stopping the tablets due to the individual sensitivities of your pet. More Info 14 weeks and older kittens and cats weighing at least 1.2 Kg Target species Oral Mode of administration Spinosad Active Ingredient

4. Elanco Manufacturer Comfortis (Lilly) Brand Name Spinosad Generic Name FAQs: When can I start Comfortis treatment for my pet? For best results, start administering Comfortis a month before the flea season and keep giving until the end of the season. For heavily infested places, it is best to give the tablets across the year without interrupting the monthly dosage. If you have more than one pet at home then treat them all with relevant flea treatments. Should I check with my vet before starting Comfortis treatment? Vet advice helps in checking your pet’s sensitivity towards the ingredients of the tablet. This will help in preventing any adverse reactions. Take vet’s advice if you are planning to breed your pet. Seek vet advice for pets with a history of seizures and epileptic attacks. What is the best way to administer Comfortis? Pets would take this beef flavored tablet as a treat. For best results, give it with food or after the meal. If the kitty resists direct intake of the tablet then mix it with her food. If possible, repeat every month on the same date. On missing any of the dose, resume the monthly schedule on the day you remember it. Make sure to give the tablet with food or after it. What are the possible side effects of Comfortis? Although side effects are very rare, they might occur to hypersensitive pets. Vomiting is a common side effect but has a transient effect with no need of symptomatic treatment. Lethargy, diarrhea, loss of appetite, redness of skin, excessive drooling, increased thirst, cough, hyper activity are other side possible adverse reactions. Veterinarian advice is a must in case the pet shows any side effects. Can I club Comfortis with other treatments? Not without the advice of your vet. For more information or to order online Comfortis for cats, please visit below link. https://www.canadavetexpress.com/flea-and-tick-control-treatment/comfortis-for-cats/p283.aspx