Certifect (fipronil + s-methoprene + amitraz) rapidly starts killing ticks within 6 hours. Kills fleas, flea eggs, and chewing lice.
Certifect can not be shipped to New York at this time. This product will be removed from orders with New York shipping addresses.
Fipronil + Methoprene + Amitraz for Dogs
General Description:Fipronil + Methoprene + Amitraz for Dogs is a monthly topical spot-on product used on dogs (older than 8 weeks and greater than or equal to 5 lbs) to kill adult fleas, flea eggs, flea larvae, kill all stages of ticks, rapidly eliminate chewing lice infestations and aids in the control of sarcoptic mange mites. These parasites will be controlled for at least 30 days.
What is this product?- Fipronil + Methoprene (insect growth regulator) + Amitraz for Dogs is an antiparasitic agent
- Applied topically to the skin at the base of the skull and the shoulders of your dog
- For all dogs at risk for tick exposure that still need proven flea control
- Used to kill adult fleas, flea eggs, flea larvae, rapidly eliminate chewing lice infestations and aids in the control of sarcoptic mange mites on dogs 8 weeks of age and older (including breeding, pregnant and nursing bitches).
- Starts killing all stages of ticks in six hours and kills up to 100 percent within 18 hours. It also causes ticks to detach from dogs and prevents reinfestation for up to one month. Ticks killed include: Deer ticks, Gulf Coast ticks, Black legged ticks, Brown Dog ticks, American Dog ticks, Lone Star ticks, Yellow Dog ticks, European Dog ticks, Wood ticks and Paralysis ticks
- Waterproof
- Do not use this on puppies less than 8 weeks of age
- Dogs less than 5 pounds body weight
- DO NOT USE ON CATS, RABBITS OR OTHER ANIMALS
- Dogs with diabetes or heart problems
- Consult your veterinarian before using this product on medicated, sick, debilitated, obese or aged pets
- If your pet has had an allergic reaction to fipronil, methoprene, amitraz or like products
Read and follow the label carefully.
Your veterinarian has chosen the dosage size based upon your pet's weight. Apply a single dose once monthly*.
Open applicator tube by holding it upright and cutting the tip off with scissors exposing both chamber tips.
Parting the hair with the applicator tip, apply contents directly onto the skin in two places: at the base of the skull and between the shoulder blades (where the dog cannot lick).
Fipronil + Methoprene + Amitraz for Dogs remains waterproof for 30 days, even if your dog swims or is bathed.
Use a reminder system to ensure that you do not miss a dose.
Allow 24 hours after administration before bathing your pet.
*Fipronil + Methoprene + Amitraz for Dogs kills fleas up to 3 months and ticks for at least 1 month. A once monthly application is recommended where there is a high risk of re-infestation, the pet has fleas or in situations where tick or chewing lice control is needed.
Sarcoptic mange infestations: Apply once per month for at least two months.
If a dose is missed, give it as soon as you can, but do not re-apply more often than every 30 days. Begin a new schedule. Do not give two doses at the same time.
What to tell/ask a veterinarian before giving medication? Talk to your veterinarian about:- What are the risks and benefits of using this drug
- If your pet has experienced side-effects on other drugs/products
- If your pet has experienced any other medical problems or allergies now or ever
- All medicines and supplements that you are giving your pet or plan to give your pet, including those you can get without a prescription. Your veterinarian may want to check that all of your pet's medicines can be given together.
- If your pet is pregnant, nursing or if you plan to breed your pet
Harmful if swallowed. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Avoid contact with treated area until dry.
Do not re-apply more often than every 30 days.
Store this product in its original packaging in a cool, dry place away from heat or open flame and out of reach of children and animals.
Do not use this product on people. Do not share this medication with other animals of the same or different species.
Do not contaminate food or water and dispose of the packaging properly.
Call your physician immediately if you accidentally take this product.
- A temporary irritation may develop at the site of administration
- Temporary lethargy
- Individual sensitivities can occur after using any pesticide. Observe your pet following treatment.
- If signs occur and persist, or become more severe within a few days of application, contact your veterinarian.
- Yes, but possible interactions may occur with other insecticides. Ensure that your veterinarian knows all of the medicines and supplements that you are giving your pet or plan to give your pet, including those you can get without a prescription.
- Amitraz is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). Owners taking medications containing MAOIs, or who are diabetic, should take extra precautions while handling this product
- If your pet experiences any unusual reactions when taking multiple medications, contact your veterinarian.
Contact your veterinarian immediately if pet receives more than the prescribed amount.
What else should I know?Notify your veterinarian if your animal's condition does not improve or worsens despite this treatment.
As with all prescribed medicines, Fipronil + Methoprene + Amitraz for Dogs should only be given to the pet for which it was prescribed.
It should be given only for the condition for which it was prescribed.
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CERTIFECT™ FOR DOGS
Merial
From the makers of FRONTLINE®
For dogs & puppies 8 weeks or older
Convenient, fast-acting, long-lasting spot-on treatment for control of ticks, fleas and chewing lice.
The amount of active ingredients in the total volume is equivalent to 6.4% Fipronil, 5.8% (S)-Methoprene, and 7.6% Amitraz.
Side A
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ACTIVE INGREDIENTS |
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Fipronil |
9.8% |
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(S)-methoprene |
8.8% |
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OTHER INGREDIENTS |
81.4% |
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TOTAL |
100.0% |
Side B
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ACTIVE INGREDIENTS |
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Amitraz |
22.1% |
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OTHER INGREDIENTS |
77.9% |
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TOTAL |
100.0% |
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
CAUTION
CERTIFECT™ rapidly starts killing all stages of ticks within 6 hours, including Deer ticks, Gulf Coast ticks, Black legged ticks, Brown Dog ticks, American Dog ticks, Lone Star ticks, Yellow Dog ticks, European Dog ticks, Wood ticks, and Paralysis ticks
- Detaches ticks when applied to a dog with a pre-existing infestation
- Kills ticks which may transmit Lyme Disease, Canine Ehrlichiosis, Anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Hetatozoonosis, Babesiosis, or cause tick paralysis
- Provides potentiated efficacy against ticks
- Rapidly starts killing ticks within 6 hours
- Kills adult fleas, flea eggs & flea larvae
- Prevents all flea stages (eggs, larvae, pupae) from developing
- Kills fleas that may transmit disease, including bartonellosis and tapeworm disease.
- Kills fleas which may cause flea allergy dermatitis
- Stops existing infestations and prevents re-infestations of fleas and ticks
- Long-lasting for 1 month against ticks and 3 months against fleas
- Eliminates infestations with chewing lice
- Aids in control of sarcoptic mange infestations
- Can be used on dogs and puppies 8 weeks or older
- Can also be used on breeding, pregnant, and lactating bitches
- Waterproof
- Remains effective after swimming
CERTIFECT™ aids in the control of sarcoptic mange infestations. Apply once per month for at least two months for the elimination of mites.
CERTIFECT™ can also be used for the treatment and control of flea, tick and chewing lice infestations on breeding, pregnant, and lactating bitches.
Available Through Veterinarians
DO NOT USE ON CATS
CERTIFECT™ contains fipronil, (S)-methoprene, an insect growth regulator (IGR), and amitraz. CERTIFECT™ effectively targets all stages of ticks and fleas.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is a violation of federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Read entire label and enclosed directions before each use. Follow all directions and precautionary statements carefully. Do not allow children to apply product. Use on dogs ONLY. Do not use on cats, rabbits, or other animals. Do not apply more than once per month.
Open the child-resistant packaging according to the instructions found on the inside back panel of the carton.
FREQUENCY OF APPLICATION
A monthly application of CERTIFECT™ kills all stages of ticks, completely breaks the flea life cycle and controls chewing lice infestations.
CERTIFECT™ detaches ticks when applied to a dog with a pre-existing infestation. Do not apply more than once a month.
Research demonstrates that CERTIFECT™ kills adult fleas (Ctenocephalides felis and Ct. canis), flea eggs, and flea larvae for up to three months.CERTIFECT™ also prevents development of all flea stages for up to three months. Although CERTIFECT™ can control fleas for up to three months, if there is a high risk of reinfestation or if the pet has fleas which may cause flea allergy dermatitis, a once monthly application may be needed.
CERTIFECT™ remains effective even after bathing, water immersion, or exposure to sunlight.
PESTICIDE STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal.
STORAGE. Store unused product in original container only in a cool dry place, out of reach of children and animals.
PESTICIDE DISPOSAL. If partly filled: Call your local solid waste agency or 1-800-CLEANUP for disposal instructions. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain.
CONTAINER DISPOSAL. If empty: Nonrefillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Place in trash or offer for recycling if available.
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
HAZARDS TO HUMANS and DOMESTIC ANIMALS
CAUTION: Harmful if swallowed. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
For external use on dogs and puppies 8 weeks or older. Do not allow children to apply product. Use on dogs ONLY. Do not use on cats, rabbits or other animals. Do not apply more than once per month. Do not contact the treated area until completely dry. Individual sensitivities, while rare, may occur after using any pesticide product. SIDE EFFECTS: temporary lethargy and pruritis (itching) may occur with the use of this product. If signs persist, or become more severe within a few days of application, consult a veterinarian immediately. DO NOT use on dogs that have been diagnosed with diabetes or heart problems. Consult a veterinarian before using on dogs that are medicated, debilitated, aged or obese. Certain medications can interact with pesticides. Amitraz is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI); therefore, people taking MAOI-containing medication must take particular care when handling this product. Call 1-800-660-1842 for 24-hour assistance.
PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL HAZARDS
COMBUSTIBLE: Do not use or store near heat or open flame.
FIRST AID
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment, or call 1-800-660-1842 for 24-hour assistance.
IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything to an unconscious person.
HOW SUPPLIED
For easy and convenient treatment, CERTIFECT™ for dogs is available in sizes for small dogs and puppies ONLY 8 weeks or older and 5-22 lbs, medium dogs 23-44 lbs, large dogs 45-88 lbs, and extra large dogs 89-132 lbs.
WARRANTY
Seller makes no warranty, expressed or implied, concerning the use of this product other than indicated on the label. To the extent consistent with applicable law, buyer assumes all risk of use and handling of this material when such use and handling are contrary to the label instructions.
EPA Reg. No. 65331-7
Merial Limited, 3239 Satellite Blvd. Duluth, GA 30096-4640, USA
®FRONTLINE is a registered trademark, and ™CERTIFECT is a trademark, of Merial.
©2011 Merial Limited, Duluth, GA. All rights reserved.
053 902010
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For Dogs & Puppies ONLY 8 weeks or older and 5-22 LBS |
Contains 3-0.036 fl oz (1.70 ml) applicator |
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For Dogs ONLY 23-44 LBS |
Contains 3-0.072 fl oz (2.14 ml) applicators |
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For Dogs ONLY 45-88 LBS |
Contains 3-0.145 fl oz (4.28 ml) applicators |
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For Dogs ONLY 89-132 LBS |
Contains 3-0.217 fl oz (6.42 ml) applicators |