Certifect for Dogs is Merial's new long-lasting, monthly topical flea and tick preventative. It works just like Frontline Plus with the addition of amitraz, a powerful tick-killing ingredient. It kills ticks and adult fleas rapidly and destroys the flea life cycle by killing flea eggs and larvae as well. Most topical tick treatments can take 24-48 hours to kill ticks, but Certifect for Dogs begins killing ticks in 6 hours and kills up to 100% of ticks in 18 hours. Furthermore, it is the only topical tick product that forces ticks to detach from an infested host. Certifect for Dogs provides complete flea control by killing adult fleas and preventing development of all flea stages. It not only kills fleas and ticks rapidly, but it continues to protect dogs from fleas and ticks for a whole month - even when swimming or bathing. In addition, Certifect for Dogs kills chewing lice and can also be used to control chewing lice and sarcoptic mange infestations.
For: Dogs and puppies (8 weeks or older, weighing 5 or more pounds)
Benefits:
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Effective, monthly topical flea and tick preventative that works just like Frontline Plus
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Begins killing ticks in 6 hours and kills up to 100% of ticks in 18 hours, including the Deer Tick which can carry Lyme disease
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Kills adult fleas and destroys fleas' life cycle by killing flea eggs and larvae
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Each application provides a sustained full month of protection
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Kills chewing lice and aids in the control of chewing lice and sarcoptic mange infestations
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Can be used on pregnant and lactating dogs
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Waterproof
How it works:
Once you have applied Certifect for Dogs to your dog, it starts killing pre-existing fleas and ticks quickly, with the help of fipronil, (S)-methoprene, and amitraz. Both Fipronil, a slow-acting poison that disrupts the central nervous system of fleas and ticks, and (S)-methoprene, an insect growth regulator that kills flea eggs and larvae, are long-lasting and work quickly to rid dogs of fleas and ticks. These two ingredients are stored in the sebaceous glands of your dog's skin and are wicked out of the hair follicles allowing for month-long protection against fleas and ticks. Certifect for Dogs also contains a small amount of amitraz, an insecticide that increases the tick-killing potency of fipronil. Unlike fleas, ticks tend to stay in one place on a host's body, but amitraz stimulates tick movement; therefore, increasing a tick's exposure to fipronil an effective tick-killing ingredient.
For dogs without flea and tick infestations, it works as an effective, long-lasting monthly topical preventative against fleas and ticks - just apply once a month.
Cautions:
Temporary lethargy and itching may occur; if signs persist after a few days of application, contact a veterinarian immediately. Do not apply more than once a month. Do not use Certifect on dogs diagnosed with diabetes or heart problems. DO NOT USE ON CATS.
We do not ship Certifect to New York.
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Brand Name Certifect for Dogs
Generic Name Fipronil, (S)-methoprene, amitraz
What is this product used for:
Certifect for Dogs provides complete flea and tick protection by killing adult fleas and ticks rapidly and destroying the flea life cycle. It is a long-lasting flea and tick monthly preventative for dogs only, 8 weeks of age or older and weighing at least 5 pounds, and begins to kill ticks within 6 hours of application. It also detaches ticks when applied to a dog with a pre-existing infestation. In addition, it kills chewing lice and aids in the control of chewing lice and sarcoptic mange infestations.
Availability: Certifect for Dogs is a non-prescription (OTC) product.
How this product should be used:
Certifect for Dogs comes in a dual chamber pipette, fipronil and (S)-methoprene are contained in one chamber and amitraz in the other. The pipette is designed to dispense all three ingredients simultaneously. Certifect for Dogs should be applied once a month to two spots, on your dog’s neck at the base of the skull and between the shoulder blades where he or she cannot lick. Certifect for Dogs is safe for use on breeding, pregnant, or nursing dogs.
What are the side effects:
Temporary lethargy and itching may occur. If signs persist after a few days of application, contact a veterinarian immediately. DO NOT use on dogs diagnosed with diabetes or heart problems. Contact a veterinarian before using on dogs that are medicated, debilitated, aged or obese. Certain medications can interact with pesticides. Amitraz is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI); therefore, people taking MAOI-containing medication, or who are diabetic must take particular care when handling this product.
What special precautions are there:
Harmful if swallowed. Causes moderate eye irritations. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water- after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in the some individuals.
For external use on dogs and puppies 8 weeks or older and 5 or more pounds. Do not allow children to apply product. Use on dogs only and do not use on cats, rabbits or other animals. Do not touch treated area until it is completely dry. Individual sensitivities, while rare, may occur after using any pesticide product in some individuals.
In the event of an overdose:
Contact your veterinarian or veterinary emergency room.
How should I store this product:
Store unused product in original container in a cool, dry place, away from heat or open flame and out of the reach of animals and children.
Directions:
Certifect for Dogs should be applied once a month in two spots, a process called translocation. Translocation carries the ingredients across the skin and through the hair coat and can take up to 24 hours to complete. Even though Certifect for Dogs is waterproof, wait 24 hours after application to bathe your pet. Certifect contains two chambers, one on the front and one on back.
To Apply:
Open package and tear off 1 enclosed pipette on the dotted line.
Fold on the line of the package, located at the top left and tear open the protective cover, exposing the pipette
Hold the pipette away from your face and cut the tip off with scissors exposing both chamber tips.
Part the hair and place the applicator tip through your dog's hair directly onto the skin.
Apply the entire contents in two spots - your dog's neck at the base of the skull and between the shoulder blades where he or she cannot lick.
Tip: Remove your dog's collar before applying.
Dosage:
Pet
Weight
Dosage
Dogs/Puppies:
(8 weeks of age or older)
5-22 lbs
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (0.036 fl oz)
23-44 lbs
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (0.072 fl oz)
45-88 lbs
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (0.145 fl oz)
89-132 lbs
Apply contents of 1 applicator once a month (0.217 fl oz)
Cats/Kittens:
Horses:
Storage: Should be stored at room temperature.
For Dogs and Puppies 8 weeks or older.
The amount of active ingredients in the total volume is equivalent to 6.4% Fipronil, 5.8% (S)-methoprene, and 7.6% Amitraz.
Certifect for Dogs & Puppies
8 weeks or older 5 to 22lbs:
Active ingredients
(per 0.036 fl.oz applicator)
Amount
Side A
Fipronil
9.8%
(S)-methoprene
8.8%
Other Ingredients
81.4%
Total
100.0%
Side B
Amitraz
22.1%
Other Ingredients
77.9%
Total
100.0%
Certifect for Dogs
23-44 lbs:
Active ingredients
(per 0.072 fl.oz applicator)
Amount
Side A
Fipronil
9.8%
(S)-methoprene
8.8%
Other Ingredients
81.4%
Total
100.0%
Side B
Amitraz
22.1%
Other Ingredients
77.9%
Total
100.0%
Certifect for Dogs 45-88 lbs:
Active ingredients
(per 0.145 fl.oz applicator)
Amount
Side A
Fipronil
9.8%
(S)-methoprene
8.8%
Other Ingredients
81.4%
Total
100.0%
Side B
Amitraz
22.1%
Other Ingredients
77.9%
Total
100.0%
Certifect for Dogs
89-132 lbs:
Active ingredients
(per 0.217 fl.oz applicator)
Amount
Side A
Fipronil
9.8%
(S)-methoprene
8.8%
Other Ingredients
81.4%
Total
100.0%
Side B
Amitraz
22.1%
Other Ingredients
77.9%
Total
100.0%
Certifect for Dogs
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Worked GREAT!
I have 3 German Shepherds and this medication worked wonders!! We always have problems with ticks in our yard and after this medication, we had NO ticks whatsoever on the dogs and no fleas at all. Some people mentioned a bad smell, but it was lost on me. I didn't smell a thing and it was no greasier than Frontline, and as a matter of fact, less greasy.
We have used multiple products for our dogs, but this has been by far the best. I'm definitely buying more!
05/05/2012
Nervous Mom
My 13-lb miniature pinscher was previously on Frontline. After relocating to SC, I found that Frontline was not effective. The vet switched him over to Trifexis, which I was very happy with--only one problem, it didn't control ticks. As of last year we hadn't had many tick problems in this area, but an unusually warm winter brought new (unwelcome) surprises...ticks galore!
Having seen a few dog ticks in the house, I knew I had to get my dog on a tick preventative. The vet gave me a couple options... a flea collar, Advantix or Certifect. Certifect was relatively new to the office, but they had been giving it to clients who have hiking dogs or hunting dogs, and hadn't heard any complaints. Thought I hadn't found any ticks on the dog, we knew were facing an "infestation" situation in the house if we didn't get it under control which meant we'd need to handle the problem swiftly from all directions. (Exterminator spraying + treating the pets.)
After reading reviews on Certifect, I was very reluctant to try it. I tend to be an overprotective dog mom in the first place, and the reviews were so mixed. My vet assured me they had no concerns.
My dog has handle certifect without any problems. He does seem a little lethargic after dosing (first 12-18 hours) but that could be me reading more into it. Our tick problem was promptly cleared up (thank goodness) and for now all seems well.
I am still a proponent for using the mildest product to the dog the job, and hate the idea of using a heavier dose of what is essentially "poison," but the alternatives (disease carrying insects in the house) is still worse. To all the nervous pet parents out there, talk to your vet and see if it's right for you.
05/05/2012
Certifect odor and Reaction
The product was recommended by my Vet because of a high tick problem in my area, The first time I used it I noticed it had a strong odor. The smell was really bad. The next time the smell was just as bad but this time I noticed my dog had a bad reaction to it and it caused his skin to become very red almost bleeding. I used a wet cloth to cleanse the area and within a day the redness disappeared.
05/03/2012
great for ticks!
I was surprised by all the bad reviews. My dog hasnt had any negative reactions to it at all and I even noticed my kitten licking her right after I applied it and I was worried she might get sick but she didnt. My dog never gets fleas but she got lots of ticks until we switched to certifect. She actually even got lyme disease while on the other traditional medicine. So far she hasnt had a single tick on Certifect (its the 2nd month)
05/01/2012
Made both my dogs sick
Within a few hours of using this product both of my dogs got sick, lethargic and my older dogs was staggering. We've used Frontline Plus for some time with no ill effects so we were shocked at how this made them feel. Neither dog is back to normal yet.
04/26/2012
Our dog has never had a tick problem, but with the mild winter here in Texas, I believe the tick population has increased in our area. We use Advantage II regularly but I wanted to switch to Advantix in order to kill all the pests/larvae, but one of the workers at Petco gave me the wrong box and I didn't notice until I was already home. I stopped by the family vet today and she gave me a month's dose of Certifect but I had just recently given Lily another dose of Advantage just last week. I gave her a flea/tick bath instead today because I wanted to know if it was safe to use both products at the same time and I didn't want to use the Certifect in case it mixed badly with the Advantage. How long should I wait until I can use it?
I have a 7 y/o female/spade Westie. 2 days after applying the Certifect, her paws started turning a pinkish/red. There have been no other changes in her system. Has anyone seen or heard of this on any other dog?
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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