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	Capstar Oral Flea Treatment for Dogs and Cats - Fast Acting! Capstar tabs treat flea infestations on dogs and cats. Capstar is Fast acting Flea Treatment: begins work within 30 minutes. A single dose should kill the adult fleas. You can safely give another Capstar dose once a day. Capstar tabs are safe for use in dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens 4 weeks of age and older and 2 pounds or greater body weight. Capstar tabs are also safe in pregnant or breeding animals. Capstar contains nitenpyram.

Brand Name
Capstar (Novartis Animal Health)

Active Ingredient(s): Nitenpyram

What is this product used for: Capstar is an oral medication used to kill fleas on dogs and cats. It works within 30 minutes but the effects last only 24 hours.

Availability: Capstar is a non-prescription (OTC) product.

How this product should be used: Capstar is approved for use in dogs and cats over 4 weeks of age and over 2 pounds of body weight. It is available in packages for dogs and cats 2-25 pounds and dogs 25.1-125 pounds. Choose the correct strength and give 1 tablet as the dose. For pets over 125 pounds give the correct combination of tablets.

What are the side effects: Pets my scratch as a result of the fleas dying. It is not a reaction to the medication itself. There are no known drug or food interactions

What special precautions are there: This medication treats the pet only. To properly control fleas all pets must be treated and the outside and inside environments also need to be treated to prevent a reoccurrence.

In the event of overdose: Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room.

How should I store this product: Store this product at room temperature. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

This information sheet is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.

The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian.

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