Advantage II is a monthly flea preventative for dogs and cats that offers comprehensive flea protection by killing adult fleas, larvae, and eggs. Advantage II also treats, prevents, and controls lice on dogs. Advantage II does not kill ticks, so we recommend using the Preventic Tick Collar along with Advantage II (dogs only).
For: Dogs (7 weeks of age or older) Cats (8 weeks of age or older)
Benefits:
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Kills fleas within 12 hours of application
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Kills all flea life stages including flea eggs and larvae to prevent infestation
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Treats, prevents, and controls lice infestations (dogs only)
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Safe and easy to apply
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Waterproof - remains effective even if pet gets wet
How it works:
The first active ingredient is imidacloprid, which acts on the nervous system of the flea to cause paralysis and subsequent death. Within 12 hours of application, 98-100 percent of fleas are dead. The second active ingredient, pyriproxyfen, is an insect growth regulator. Once a female flea lays her eggs, pyriproxyfen works to prevent the eggs from hatching, ending the flea life cycle.
Cautions:
Individual sensitivities, while rare, may occur after using any pesticide product for pets. If signs persist, or become more severe, consult a veterinarian immediately. Do not get this product in your pet's eyes or mouth.
More Information:
Brand Name Advantage II (Bayer)
Active Ingredient(s): Imidacloprid (9.1%), Pyriproxyfen (0.46%) Other ingredients (90.44%)
What is this product used for: Advantage II Kitten, Advantage II Small Cat and Advantage II Large Cat are once a month topical flea prevention and treatment for cats and kittens over 8 weeks or older. Advantage II Small Dog, Advantage II Medium Dog, Advantage II Large Dog, and Advantage II Extra Large Dog are once a month topical flea prevention and treatment for dogs and puppies 7 weeks or older. Advantage II kills all flea life stages. Advantage II kills fleas within 12 hours of application. Advantage II for Dogs also treats, prevents, and controls lice infestations. Advantage II is waterproof and fragrance free.
Availability:Advantage II for cats and Advantage II for dogs are non-prescription (OTC) products.
How this product should be used: Advantage II Kitten is available in 0.23 ml applicators for kittens under 5 lbs (turquoise). Advantage II Small Cat is available in 0.4 ml applicators for cats 5-9 lbs (orange). Advantage II Large Cat is available in 0.8 ml applicators for cats 9 lbs and over (purple). Advantage II Small Dog is available in 0.4 ml applicators for dogs 10 lbs and under (green). Advantage II Medium Dog is available in 1.0 ml applicators for dogs 11-20 lbs (teal). Advantage II Large Dog is available in 2.5 ml applicators for dogs 21-55 lbs (red). Advantage II Extra Large Dog is available in 4.0 ml applicators for dogs over 55 lbs (blue). To apply, place the applicator tip through the animal's hair to the skin level. On cats, apply to skin on neck at the base of the skull. For dogs up to 20 lbs, apply to skin on back between the shoulder blades. For dogs 21 lbs or over apply the contents of one tube to 3 or 4 spots along the skin on back from the shoulder to the tail. Do not get this product in the pet's eyes or mouth.
What are the side effects: Individual sensitivities, while rare, may occur after using any pesticide product for pets. If signs persist, or become more severe, consult a veterinarian immediately.
What special precautions are there: Advantage II is for external use on dogs 7 weeks or older and cats 8 weeks or older. Consult a veterinarian before using on medicated animals, if the animal is being given this product along with other pesticides, and debilitated, aged, pregnant or nursing animals. This product causes eye irritation in humans and is harmful if swallowed. Avoid contact with skin. Call poison control center if swallowed. If on skin, wash with plenty of soap and water. If in eyes, flush with plenty of water.
In the event of overdose: Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room.
How should I store this product: Store this product in a cool dry place. Do not store in the refrigerator. Do not reuse empty container. Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal. To dispose of empty container place in trash or offer for recycling if available. If container is partly filled call local solid waste agency for disposal instructions. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Directions:
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Apply Advantage II once a month every month.
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For dogs up to 20 lbs, part the pet's hair between the shoulder blades until you can see the skin. Place the tip of the applicator on the skin and release all of the tube's contents on a single spot directly on the skin.
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For dogs 21 lbs and over, apply entire contents of the tube evenly in 3 or 4 spots on the top of the back from the shoulder to the base of the tail. At each spot, part the hair until the skin is visible. Place the tip of the applicator on the skin and release a portion of the Advantage II solution directly on the skin. Do not apply an excessive amount of solution at any one spot that could cause some of the solution to run off the side of the dog.
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For kittens and cats, place the applicator tip through the cat's hair to the skin on the neck at the base of the skull and release all of the tube's contents on a single spot directly on the skin.
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Use only one applicator per treatment.
Tip: Under normal conditions Advantage II is effective for a month. However, in case of severe flea infestation, retreatment may be necessary earlier than four weeks. Do not re-treat more often than once every seven days. After flea control is obtained, return to a monthly treatment.
Dosage:
Pet
Weight
Dosage
Dogs/Puppies: (7 weeks of age or older)
10 lbs and under
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (Green Box)
11-20 lbs
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (Teal Box)
21-55 lbs
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (Red Box)
Over 55 lbs
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (Blue Box)
Kittens: (8 weeks of age or older)
Under 5 lbs
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (Turquoise Box)
Cats: (8 weeks of age or older)
9 lbs and under
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (Orange Box)
Over 9 lbs
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (Purple Box)
Horses:
Storage: Should be stored in a cool dry place. Do not refrigerate.
Advantage II for Kittens Under 5 lbs (Kitten - Turquoise Box) (0.23 mL):
Active Ingredients
% By Weight
Imidacloprid
9.10%
Pyriproxyfen
0.46%
Other Ingredients (not specified)
90.44%
Advantage II for Cats 5 to 9 lbs (Small Cat - Orange Box) (0.4 mL):
Active Ingredients
% By Weight
Imidacloprid
9.10%
Pyriproxyfen
0.46%
Other Ingredients (not specified)
90.44%
Advantage II for Cats Over 9 lbs (Large Cat - Purple Box) (0.8 mL):
Active Ingredients
% By Weight
Imidacloprid
9.10%
Pyriproxyfen
0.46%
Other Ingredients (not specified)
90.44%
Advantage II for Dogs 1 to 10 lbs (Small Dog - Green Box) (0.4 mL):
Active Ingredients
% By Weight
Imidacloprid
9.10%
Pyriproxyfen
0.46%
Other Ingredients (not specified)
90.44%
Advantage II for Dogs 11 to 20 lbs (Medium Dog - Teal Box) (1.0 mL):
Active Ingredients
% By Weight
Imidacloprid
9.10%
Pyriproxyfen
0.46%
Other Ingredients (not specified)
90.44%
Advantage II for Dogs 21 to 55 lbs (Large Dog - Red Box) (2.5 mL):
Active Ingredients
% By Weight
Imidacloprid
9.10%
Pyriproxyfen
0.46%
Other Ingredients (not specified)
90.44%
Advantage II for Dogs 55 lbs and Over (Extra Large Dog - Blue Box) (4.0 mL):
Active Ingredients
% By Weight
Imidacloprid
9.10%
Pyriproxyfen
0.46%
Other Ingredients (not specified)
90.44%
Advantage II
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Advantage II
Wonderful, worked within a few days. My cats aren't scratching. Have always used Advantage and always very satisfied and recommend to others.
05/17/2011
no good!
I tried Advantage II on my cats and can't even tell they've been treated! Will go back to Frontline.
05/12/2011
Works so far!
Inherited 2 cats and they came complete with fleas. I bought advantage along with the spot spray and flea comb and so far my flea infestation has diminished and I havent seen a flea since. I also vacuumed and used my carpet cleaning machine. I gave both a bath with Dawn dish soap which I was informed to use because fleas don't like it. Since I've done all this, everything has been great. I will definitely continue to use these products, Thank you.
05/11/2011
Works Great!!!
I use Advantage II on my Great Danes & my Pomeranians & it works great! I have tried other products but always come back to Advantage. It works quickly with no adverse side effects. My dog's health & comfort are very important to me, so I will continue to use it. Thank you for this great product!
05/03/2011
I am a first time member! The advantage product works great! As I knew it would. Joining pet-meds is a life saver when you want to provide quality products
for your pet!
05/03/2011
when the product dries....it may leave a white residue on the pet's fur.....it is especially noticable on dark furred pets......it is nothing to be alarmed about
I cannot get rid of fleas on my 7 pound Poodle. I have tried Frontline Plus for dogs that I got from my vet. My dog still has fleas. We live in the country and when she goes outside to go to the bathroom, she still comes back in with fleas. Do you think the Knine Advantage 2 will help her more than what I received from my vet? I am desperate. She is so miserable
Hi Great question. I hope this will explain everything that will be needed to resolve your issue. Frontline plus is a great product but you cannot double dose the same month if they get a reinfestion. Treating the Furry Friend alone will not resolve a flea issue and the fleas will eventually end up back on your pet if you have not defogged the house and or treat the surrounding area outside. Now you asked about advantage. What is great about this product, you can treat your Furry Friends (dogs or cats) up to a week apart while resolving/treating the surrounding flea infested area, once the issue is resolved you can go back to dosing them monthly as usual.
I have seven indoor cats(outside sometimes on deck in cages during summer) which flea prevention would I be better off with - Advantage multi - previously used or could I use Advantage II
Hi, The Advantage II takes care of fleas, flea eggs and Larvae and is not prescribed. The Advantage Multi takes care of fleas but also is a heartworm preventative and it is a prescribed medication. So it is really contingent upon you speaking to your vet to see which one is needed, he would know your area the best.
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. Note: Any trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
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