Advantage II for Cats Dosage

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Summary

Advantage II for cats is available in three products, each corresponding to specific weight ranges. There is one for kittens (2 to 5 lbs), small cats (5 to 9 lbs), and large cats (over 9 lbs). The dosage is higher for heavier cats. See the dosage by weight chart below. The active ingredient concentration is the same in all three products. View the full product label for application information.

Related page: Generic Advantage II for Cats has the same active ingredients at less than half the cost.

Details

Advantage II for Cats
Dosage by Weight

Cat Weight Monthly Dose
2 to 5 lbs 0.23 mL (0.0078 fl oz)
5 to 9 lbs 0.4 mL (0.014 fl oz)
over 9 lbs 0.8 mL (0.027 fl oz)

Advantage II for Cats
Product Information Chart

Cat Age 8 weeks or older
Cat Weight see chart above
Monthly Dose see chart above
Kills adults, eggs & larvae
Dose Duration 30 days
Ingredients 9.1% imidacloprid
0.46% pyriproxyfen
90.44% other ingredients
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Apply the Correct Dosage

Advantage II flea drops are specifically formulated and tested for cats of certain weights. The full dose of the correct product needs to be administered on a monthly basis. The product can fail if the manufacturer’s instructions aren’t followed. It’s not uncommon for owners to under-dose their pets as a result of splitting treatments between animals. Toxicity concerns can also result in under-dosing.

Re-dosing Early

Do not apply more than one tube per treatment. Under normal conditions, one dose will last a month. However, in severe infestations, it may be necessary to retreat the cat earlier in order to establish control. For kittens (2-5 lbs.), retreatment shouldn’t be done more often than once every 14 days. For small cats (5-9 lbs.) and large cats (over 9 lbs.), do not retreat more than once every 7 days. Once flea control is attained, the monthly re-treatment schedule should be adhered to.

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