Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control

Wed, 27 Nov 2013 04:09:47 -0800

 

 

Just as a reminder, Program (or the generic lufenuron) doesn't kill fleas.


From the website;

"Program Oral Suspension is a monthly preventative that controls fleas in cats by inhibiting/preventing the development of flea eggs, but which does not kill adult fleas. Program is 100% safe and effective in preventing and controlling flea populations and is usable with other flea preventatives. For a complete flea management program, most customers also purchase Capstar (sold separately) to kill adult fleas. Program Oral suspension contains 0.07 g of lufenuron per ml. PROGRAM oral suspension is available as: PROGRAM 133mg SUS, an oral suspension in an ampoule containing 19 ml, corresponding to 133 mg of lufenuron. PROGRAM 266mg SUS, an oral suspension in an ampoule containing 38 ml, corresponding to 266 mg of lufenuron. Indications: Program SUS is an oral suspension for cats for the prevention and control of flea infestations."

 

Possibly good for preventing a problem, not so much for controlling fleas already present. I was using it for ringworm at one time, but it didn't do anything for the fleas present.

 

I use Advantage. I have had no problems, but didn't realize I had + cats until last March, so never specifically watched until then. I do use Capstar if things seem to be getting out of hand for a quick knock down, but otherwise avoid systemic insecticides.

 

HTH,

 

Margo

 

-----Original Message-----
From: Tracey Shrout
Sent: Nov 26, 2013 3:49 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Topical Flea Control

I use program suspension, and have used it for many years with excellent
results. They do not make it here in the US anymore, it comes from the UK,
and I get it from amazon. It is one of the least toxic flea treatments
available, and that's why I use it. It's a creamy substance that you mix
in their food. I have 6 cats, and they eat it willingly...no problems.
I've heard they shut down the plant here in the US because of cleanliness.
I would never put a topical on a felv+ cat. Be sure to change bedding
daily or at least every other day and vacuum like crazy. You could also
look into the food grade diatomaceous earth...it takes some time and effort
to work though. Good luck...Tracey


On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 2:26 PM, Michelle B wrote:

> I am having a crazy hard time keeping fleas off of my FeLV foster. I do
> flea comb at least once a day and keep everything very clean but they won't
> go away. I hate the thought of putting a topical on her because her nodes
> are huge and her immune sytem is already compromised but I know these fleas
> are no good either. I have no idea how they can still be on her because I
> have been so aggressive.
>
> Has anyone researched topicals for + cats? Like are there any that are
> 'safer' than others? I was thinking of trying Revolution on her....that way
> it it will keep away fleas, ticks, earmites, etc. Thoughts? She is 7 months
> old and healthy considering.
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