Is there a generic Frontline Plus?

Is there a generic Frontline Plus?

Firstect Plus is the generic equivalent to Frontline Plus® for dogs, puppies, cats and kittens 8 weeks and older, Firstect Plus contains Fipronil and (s)-methoprene – the active ingredients used in Frontline Plus® for cats. Kills fleas, & Flea Eggs up to three months and ticks for one month.

Is Frontline the same as Frontline Plus?

Frontline Plus is an improvement over Frontline; it has an additional active ingredient called methoprene, which kills the eggs and larvae of fleas and ticks. Frontline kills only adult fleas and ticks. In contrast, Frontline Plus eliminates both adult and young fleas and ticks.

Does onguard work as well as frontline?

With the same active ingredients as Frontline Plus—fipronil and (S)-methoprene—Onguard breaks the flea life cycle and rids your pet of fleas that can cause flea allergy dermatitis. Not only does it wipe out adult fleas, but it keeps new eggs from hatching.

Is Advecta the same as advantage?

Advecta® Plus contains the same active ingredients used in Advantage® II for Cats** and is the convenient, monthly waterproof fragrance-free topical treatment that effectively breaks the flea lifecycle by killing adult fleas, eggs, and larvae.

Does generic flea treatment work?

Both brand-name and generic variants were found to be equally effective, except in this case, they were administered the wrong way. So, your off-brand flea salve will work as long as you follow the prescription instructions and precautions to the letter.

What is the best inexpensive flea treatment for dogs?

PetsRadar’s pick of the best flea treatment for dogs

• Best overall flea treatment for dogs: Frontline Plus.
• Best budget flea treatment for dogs: Seresto Flea and Tick Collar.
• Best shampoo flea treatment for dogs: Adams Plus Flea and Tick Shampoo.
• Best for your house: Zuba Flea and Tick Spray.

Which is better frontline or NexGard?

With that said, the results of Nexgard are faster acting with a 24 hour turn around for ticks and four hours for fleas, giving your pet faster relief. Frontline Plus requires 12 hours to kill fleas and at least 48 hours to eliminate ticks. Nexgard uses a pesticide called Afoxoflaner and kills 100% of fleas in 24 hours.

What is the difference between frontline Tri Act and Frontline Plus?

New Frontline Plus Frontline Plus boasts all of the benefits of the original Frontline Spot On product but it comes with a dual action formula that not only kills fleas and ticks on your pet but it also prevents the eggs from hatching in and around your home.

Does Frontline Plus really work?

The reviews for Frontline and Frontline Plus are mixed, but the majority give it five stars and say that it works like a charm. This is actually pretty statistically significant, because this is a product that has been out for quite some time now, and has been tried by millions of pet owners, so there are thousands of people that have taken the time to report that it does work.

What are the dangers of Frontline Plus?

Frontline Plus uses like S-Methoprene, a strong pesticide that is, worryingly enough, used in farming. Permethrin (used in K9 Advantix) is well known to be poisonous to cats. Both these chemicals interfere with the nervous system of the fleas and ticks and paralyze and kill them.

Is Frontline Plus really waterproof?

Once the parasites get in contact with the pet’s skin or fur, Frontline Plus starts working. It is waterproof provided that the pet hasn’t been exposed to water 24 hours after the application. During the first 24 hours, the medicine is being absorbed in the oil glands, so any contact with water might wash it away.

How often can you use Frontline Plus?

Treat all your dogs and cats every month for optimal flea control. When applied correctly, FRONTLINE PLUS remains active against fleas for at least one month. If you are in a paralysis tick area, apply FRONTLINE PLUS every 2 weeks to provide paralysis tick control for your dog.