Is s-methoprene safe for dogs?

Since these biochemical processes do not occur in vertebrates, methoprene and most other JHAs can be considered as rather safe for humans, pets and livestock.

What flea medicine has s-methoprene?

Frontline Plus
Certifect contains fipronil (the active ingredient in Frontline, used to kill fleas and ticks, and to help control sarcoptic mange) and S-methoprene (Precor, an insect growth regulator also found in Frontline Plus).

What is the safest flea medication for dogs?

Types of Safe Flea Treatments for Dogs

• Frontline Plus is an OTC product that uses fipronil and (S)-methoprene to attack fleas and ticks at every life stage.
• Trifexis employs spinosad and milbemycin oxime to keep dogs protected from heartworms and intestinal parasites as well as fleas, but it does not work against ticks.

Is s-methoprene toxic?

The studies available to EPA indicate that the biochemical insect growth regulator Methoprene is of low toxicity and poses very little hazard to people and other non-target species.

Is fipronil and S methoprene safe for dogs?

The EPA has determined fipronil to be safe for use on dogs and cats, with no harm to humans who handle these animals. Poisoning cases from accidental use or misuse of fipronil may occur in animals.

What are the side effects of methoprene?

Methoprene – skin irritation. If ingested, may vomit, have dilated pupils, changes in breathing and body movements (3). Considered a highly toxic carcinogen, and may cause lesions in the brain, lungs, liver, kidney damage, pulmonary edema, bone marrow ailments and birth defects (7).

Is fipronil and methoprene safe for dogs?

While generally safe and effective when prescribed by a veterinarian, fipronil and methoprene can cause side effects in some animals. Fipronil and methoprene should not be used in animals with known hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug.

What is fipronil S methoprene?

Fipronil and methoprene is used in the control and treatment of all stages of flea infestations and tick infestations in dogs and cats. It is also used for the treatment and control of chewing lice in dogs, puppies, kittens and cats. Fipronil aids in the control of sarcoptic mange infestations in dogs.

Can fipronil cause seizures in dogs?

Nervous system damage – Fipronil is a neurotoxin, causing damage to the fleas’ nervous system. It can have the same effect on your dog, causing symptoms such as convulsions, body twitches, loss of appetite, unsteady gait and other effects.

How effective is methoprene?

The combination product was 100% ovicidal through day 56 and was still about 98% effective against eggs at the end of the study (day 76).