For the treatment of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis and Ctenocephalides canis) in dogs. Simparica has immediate and persistent flea killing activity against new infestations for at least 5 weeks. Simparica can be used as part of a treatment strategy for the control of Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD).
For the treatment of tick infestations (Dermacentor reticulatus, Ixodes hexagonus, Ixodes ricinus and Rhipicephalus sanguineus). Simparica has immediate and persistent tick killing activity for at least 5 weeks.
For the treatment of sarcoptic mange (Sarcoptes scabiei). Fleas and ticks must attach to the host and commence feeding in order to be exposed to the active substance.
For oral use. Tablets can be administered with or without food. Simparica should be administered at a dose of 2-4 mg/kg bodyweight in accordance with the following table:
Bodyweight (kg) Tablet strength Number of tablets
1.3 - 2.5 5 One
>2.5 - 5 10 One
>5 - 10 20 One
>10 - 20 40 One
>20 - 40 80 One
>40 Appropriate combination of tablets
Use appropriate combination of available strengths to achieve the recommended dose of 2–4 mg/kg.
Simparica tablets are chewable and palatable and readily consumed by dogs when offered by the owner. If the tablet is not taken up voluntarily by the dog it can also be given with food or directly into the mouth. The tablets should not be divided.
Treatment schedule:
For optimal control of flea and tick infestations, Simparica should be administered at monthly intervals and continued throughout the flea and/or tick season based on local epidemiological situations. For the treatment of sarcoptic mange (caused by Sarcoptes scabiei var. canis) a single dose should be administered at monthly intervals for two consecutive months.
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