Frontline Plus for Dog

Frontline Plus – Topical Flea & Tick Treatment for Dogs

Frontline Plus for Dogs is a popular treatment that has been trusted by pet parents for over 20 years. It is designed to protect your furry friends from the common external parasites, including fleas and ticks. This topical dog treatment is effective on different life stages of these parasites, providing comprehensive protection. It comes in an easy-to-use applicator for convenient and hassle-free administration. When used as directed on the label, Frontline Plus monthly dog treatment safeguards against:

Fleas

• Kills adult fleas and treats existing flea infestations.
• Prevents all flea life stages from developing by killing flea eggs, larvae and pupae.
• Helps reduce the risk of new infestations.
• Reduces the risk of flea allergy dermatitis by killing fleas.

Ticks

• Kills all life stages of ticks (larva, nymph and adult).
• Effective against brown dog ticks, black-legged (deer) ticks, American dog ticks and lone star ticks.
• Helps reduce the risk of tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease, by killing vector ticks.

Lice

• Eliminates chewing lice infestations.

Mange

• Helps control sarcoptic mange infestations.

Indicated for

Puppies and dogs 8 weeks of age or older, weighing at least 5 lbs.

• 20+ Years of trust: Providing effective and reliable parasite protection for more than two decades.
• Works on multiple life stages: Kills flea eggs & flea larvae and all life stages of ticks (larva, nymph & adult).
• Rapid relief: Begins working within hours of administration, providing quick relief.
• Fast-acting: Eliminates fleas and ticks within hours of application, providing rapid relief.
• Lyme disease: Kills ticks that may transmit tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease.
• Waterproof: Works even after bathing or swimming.
• Month-long protection: A single application is effective for up to 30 days.

• Weigh your dog and select the pack that closely matches their weight.
• Take an applicator out of the pack.
• Open the applicator, holding it upright with the foil side toward you and snap the tip.
• Part your dog's hair between its shoulder blades until the skin is visible. Place the tip of the applicator just above the skin and squeeze it multiple times.
• Apply the entire contents of the applicator in a single spot.
• Apply the liquid directly onto the dog's skin, not on top of the hair coat.
• Do not contact the treated dog until the application is dry.

Fipronil, (S)-Methoprene

This treatment is for topical use on dogs only. It can be used in pregnant, breeding and lactating dogs. Keep it away from children and pets. Wash your hands after handling the treatment.

Precautions

Talk to a vet before using it together with antibiotics, anesthetics, antihistamines, steroids, NSAIDs, or other topical treatments. Avoid contact with the dog's eyes or mouth when applying the treatment.

Do not let children or anyone come in contact with the application site until it is dry. Avoid using or storing this treatment near open flames or heat. Do not contaminate water, food or feed during storage and disposal.

Contraindications

Do not use it on puppies younger than 8 weeks of age and less than 5 lbs of body weight. This topical treatment should not be administered orally.

Storage Instructions

Store it in the original container.

What is Frontline Plus?

Frontline Plus is a topical treatment for your dog's protection against common external parasites, including fleas and ticks. Suitable for puppies and dogs from 8 weeks, it protects from fleas, different tick species, lice and mites for one month.

Which parasites does this topical protect my dog from?

When used as indicated on the label, Frontline Plus protects dogs from fleas, brown dog ticks, black-legged (deer) ticks, American dog ticks, lone star ticks, chewing lice and sarcoptic mange infestations.

Is there a minimum age for dogs to use this treatment?

This monthly topical treatment is suitable for puppies and dogs from 8 weeks of age, weighing 5 lbs or greater.

How does this flea and tick treatment work?

Frontline Plus for dogs contains fipronil and S-methoprene. These active ingredients are spread over the dog's skin and are localized in the hair and in the sebaceous glands after application. These glands act as a reservoir and continuously replenish the formula, protecting throughout the month. Fipronil targets adult fleas and ticks, whereas S-methoprene works on life stages, preventing the laying of eggs and inhibiting the development of larvae and pupae.

How soon can I bathe my dog after applying this treatment?

The dog should be dry at the time of treatment. Avoid bathing your dog for 24 hours after the application.

Is it safe to use Frontline Plus with other treatments?

It is recommended that you use Frontline Plus with other treatments only under the guidance of a veterinarian. Talk to your vet before combining it with antibiotics, anesthetics, antihistamines, steroids, NSAIDs or other topical treatments.

Is Frontline Plus safe for pregnant dogs?

Typically, Frontline Plus is considered acceptable for use in breeding, pregnant, and lactating dogs when used as directed on the label. However, you should talk to a vet before using any treatment on a pregnant dog.

Is Frontline Plus waterproof?

Frontline Plus for dogs is a waterproof treatment. This topical formula stays effective even after bathing or water immersion. However, you should ensure that your pet remains dry for 24 hours after application.