
Why has my veterinarian prescribed FRONTLINE Top Spot?
Fipronil is an antiparasitic agent prescribed to treat fleas and ticks in dogs and cats.
How do I give FRONTLINE Top Spot?
First, READ THE LABEL CAREFULLY.
Apply Fipronil to your pet as directed by your veterinarian.
Avoid touching the areas on your pet where you applied the medication until the medication is dry.
DO NOT give your pet more medicine than directed.
DO NOT give your pet medicine more often than prescribed.
Create a reminder system so you know when to apply then next dose.
Be sure that this medication does not contaminate food, water, or feed.
Wear latex gloves when applying Fipronil and wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
Do not reapply for 30 days.
If I miss a dose, what do I do?
Apply the dose as soon as possible. Contact your veterinarian if you have missed applying a dose by more than a few days. Do not apply two doses at once.
How do I store FRONTLINE Top Spot?
Keep this medicine out of reach of children.
Store this medicine at room temperature in a dry, cool place. Keep this medicine away from heat and direct sunlight.
Do not store this medicine in damp places, in the bathroom, or near the kitchen sink. This medication can break down when exposed to moisture or heat.
Keep the product away from heat and open flame.
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What are the potential side effects of FRONTLINE Top Spot?
Temporary irritation may develop where the medicine was administered.
Hypersensitivity has been rarely reported.
If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.
What about possible drug interactions?
Be sure to tell your veterinarian about any other medications you are giving to your pet.
It’s not uncommon for your veterinarian to prescribe two different medications, which may cause a drug interaction to occur. If this happens, your veterinarian may change the dose and/or monitor your pet more closely.
There are no known drug interactions with Fipronil, however, certain medications may interact with insecticides.
Contact your veterinarian if your pet experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.
Fipronil for Dogs
Trade Names:
FRONTLINE® TOP SPOT® for Dogs & Puppies
Sentry® FiproGuard™ for dogs (23-44 lbs)
Sentry® FiproGuard™ for dogs (45-88 lbs)
Sentry® FiproGuard™ for dogs (89-132 lbs)
Sentry® FiproGuard™ for dogs (Up to 22 lbs)
Sergeant's® Pronyl OTC™ for dogs (23-44 lbs)
Sergeant's® Pronyl OTC™ for dogs (45-88 lbs)
Sergeant's® Pronyl OTC™ for dogs (89-132 lbs)
Sergeant's® Pronyl OTC™ for dogs (Up to 22 lbs)
General Description:
Fipronil for Dogs is a monthly topical spot-on product used on dogs older than 8 weeks to kill fleas, ticks, chewing lice and sarcoptic mange. These parasites will be controlled for at least 30 days.
What is this product?
Reasons for prescribing:
What pets should not take this medication?
Directions:
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 snapping the tip away from your face and body. Part the hair between the dog's shoulder blades, place the applicator tip on the exposed skin and squeeze to apply the entire contents to one spot on the dog's skin (not the hair).
Fipronil 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.
Fipronil for Dogs acts on contact. Fleas do not have to bite to be killed.
Allow 24-48 hours after administration before bathing your pet.
*Fipronil 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. If you live in an area with less severe flea problems, or in an area where ticks are not a threat, Fipronil for Dogs can be applied once every 2-3 months.
What if a dose is missed?
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:
Tell your veterinarian about:
Storage and Warnings:
Wear latex gloves when applying product. Wash hands with soap and water after application.
Avoid contact with treated area until dry.
Do not re-apply more often than every 30 days.
Store this product in its original packaging 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.
Potential side effects:
Can this drug be given with other drugs?
Overdosing?
Contact your veterinarian immediately if your 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 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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FRONTLINE® TOP SPOT® FOR DOGS & PUPPIES
Merial
FOR DOGS & PUPPIES 8 weeks or older
Convenient spot treatment for fast-acting, long-lasting control of fleas, ticks and chewing lice.
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ACTIVE INGREDIENT |
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fipronil |
9.7% |
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INERT INGREDIENTS |
90.3% |
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TOTAL |
100.0% |
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
CAUTION
FRONTLINE® provides convenient and effective flea, tick and chewing lice control for dogs and puppies.
- Fast acting and long-lasting
- Prevents reinfestation
- Convenient to use
- Kills newly emerged adult fleas before they lay eggs
- Controls fleas which may cause flea allergy dermatitis
- Kills all stages of brown dog ticks, American dog ticks, lone star ticks, and deer ticks (which may carry Lyme disease)
- Rapidly eliminates infestations with chewing lice
- Aids in control of sarcoptic mange infestations
- Can also be used on breeding, pregnant and lactating bitches
- Waterproof
FRONTLINE® contains the active ingredient fipronil that effectively targets fleas, ticks and chewing lice. Fipronil collects in the oils of the skin and hair follicles, and continues to be released from hair follicles onto the skin and coat, resulting in long-lasting activity.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Do not allow children to apply product. To prevent harm to you and your pet, read entire label and directions before each use. Follow all directions and precautionary statements carefully. Use on dogs only. Do not use on rabbits. Do not use on other animals.
To kill fleas and all stages of brown dog ticks, American dog ticks, lone star ticks, and deer ticks (which may carry Lyme disease) and chewing lice, apply to dogs and puppies (8 weeks or older) as follows: Remove applicator from child-resistant package. Hold applicator upright and snap applicator tip away from face and body. Place applicator tip through animal's hair to the skin level between the shoulder blades. Squeeze applicator, applying entire contents in a single spot to the animal's skin. Avoid superficial application to the animal's hair. Only one applicator per treatment is needed.
FRONTLINE® aids in the control of sarcoptic mange infestations. Multiple monthly treatments are recommended for the elimination of mites.
FRONTLINE® TOP SPOT FOR DOGS can also be used for the treatment and control of flea, tick and chewing lice infestations on breeding, pregnant and lactating bitches.
FREQUENCY OF APPLICATION
When used monthly, FRONTLINE® TOP SPOT FOR DOGS completely controls both flea, tick and chewing lice infestations. Research demonstrates that FRONTLINE® kills adult fleas up to three months. Although FRONTLINE® 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. FRONTLINE® kills ticks for at least one month. A once monthly application is recommended where tick control is needed. A once monthly application is recommended where chewing lice control is needed. FRONTLINE® remains effective even after bathing, water immersion, or exposure to sunlight. Avoid contact with treated area until dry. Do not reapply FRONTLINE® for 30 days.
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage and disposal.
Storage. Store unused product in original container only, 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: Do not reuse this container. Place in trash or offer for recycling if available.
FIRST AID
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment.
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 by mouth to an unconscious person.
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 eye. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
HAZARDS TO HUMANS. CAUTION.
Harmful if swallowed. Causes eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
HAZARDS TO DOMESTIC ANIMALS.
For external use only. Do not use on puppies under 8 weeks of age. Individual sensitivities, while rare, may occur after using any pesticide product. Pets may experience some temporary irritation at the site of product application. If signs persist, or become more severe within a few days of application, consult a veterinarian immediately. If your pet has an unusual reaction to the initial application, consult a veterinarian before repeating treatment. Certain medications can interact with pesticides. Consult a veterinarian before using on medicated, debilitated or aged animals. Call 1-800-660-1842 for 24-hour assistance.
PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL HAZARDS
FLAMMABLE: Keep away from heat and open flame.
HOW SUPPLIED
For easy and convenient treatment, FRONTLINE® TOP SPOT FOR DOGS is available in sizes for small dogs and puppies 8 weeks or older and up to 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. Buyer assumes all risk of use and handling of this material when such use and handling are contrary to label instructions.
EPA Reg. No. 65331-3
EPA Est. 65331-FR-2
Merial Limited, 3239 Satellite Blvd., Duluth, GA 30096-4640, USA
MADE IN FRANCE
®FRONTLINE and TOP SPOT are registered trademarks of Merial.
©2004 Merial. All rights reserved.
037 817376
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up to 22 lbs. |
Contains 3 - 0.023 fl oz (0.67 mL) applicators |
036 819923 |
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Contains 6 - 0.023 fl oz (0.67 mL) applicators |
036 819924 |
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23-44 lbs. |
Contains 3 - 0.045 fl oz (1.34 mL) applicators |
036 819925 |
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Contains 6 - 0.045 fl oz (1.34 mL) applicators |
036 819926 |
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45-88 lbs. |
Contains 3 - 0.091 fl oz (2.68 mL) applicators |
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Contains 6 - 0.091 fl oz (2.68 mL) applicators |
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89-132 lbs. |
Contains 3 - 0.136 fl oz (4.02 mL) applicators |
036 819929 |
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Contains 6 - 0.136 fl oz (4.02 mL) applicators |
036 819930 |