Advocate against worms and fleas for cats and dogs: instructions for use, price, reviews

Advocate® is prescribed to cats for the treatment and prevention of otodectosis (Otodectes cynotis), entomosis (Ctenocephalides felis), intestinal nematodes (larval (stage L4), immature and mature phases of development of Toxocara cati and Ancylostoma tubaeforme), as well as for the prevention of dirofilariasis (larval forms Dirofilaria immitis (L3 and L4 stages).

Advocate® can be used in cats from 9 weeks of age. Treatment of cats weighing less than 1 kg, pregnant and lactating cats should be carried out with caution under the supervision of a veterinarian. Advocate® is applied to dry, intact skin in areas inaccessible to licking, directly to the skin between the shoulder blades at the base of the neck.

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Pharmacology and composition

Advocate drops for dogs are produced by the world-famous German company Bayer HealthCare AG. Veterinary products from this company are widely known in the pharmacological market and have been successfully used for years to treat and prevent diseases in animals.

The drug is a complex antiparasitic agent. It acts through the synthesis of 2 substances:

• imidacloprid: insecticide, causes the death of ticks and fleas;
• moxidectin: acts against nematodes (worms).

Imidacloprid spreads throughout the dog's skin and coat. It is released along with sebaceous secretions, penetrates the bodies of insects during bites, causing their paralysis and subsequent death. Moxidectin enters the systemic bloodstream, tissues and organs, leading to muscle innervation of nematodes and, as a result, death. Both substances protect against parasites for up to 1 month.

Moxidectin is similar in action to ivermectin. But, unlike it, it is not toxic to collies and similar breeds. Drops belong to the third hazard class - moderately hazardous substances. If dosages are observed, they do not cause side effects and are well tolerated by dogs of different breeds.

Shelf life and storage

The drug should be stored in closed packaging, dry, without sunlight, under normal temperature conditions (from 0°C to 30°C). Children and pets should not have access to the place where medications are stored.

If the medicine is not used before the end of the shelf life (3 years from the date of manufacture), the medicine should be discarded.

Indications for use

Drops on the withers Advocate are a combined broad-spectrum antiparasitic agent. It is effective against:

• mites – demodectic, sarcoptoid;
• fleas;
• lice;
• lice eaters;
• adult and larval forms of nematodes - roundworms (toxacara, hookworm, uncinaria) and whipworms (trichocephalosis);
• dirofilaria larvae - a type of worm that affects organs: heart, lungs, eyes, etc.

The medicine is not effective against ixodid ticks and adult heartworms. Therefore, if the dog is already affected by these types of parasites, the drug is combined with other drugs.

An antiparasitic agent is used for:

• prevention of infection with helminths and ectoparasites;
• prevention of dirofilariasis;
• destruction of fleas, lice, lice, ticks, worms;
• complex therapy of otitis and allergic dermatitis caused by insects;
• treatment of sarcoptic mange, demodicosis.

Precautions and special instructions

In addition to the rules of use, it is important to comply with precautions and special standards for the use of the medicine.

Important! “Advocate” is strictly prohibited from using kittens under 9 weeks of age for therapy, as well as pets that are in a state of infection and recovery.

Thus, “Advocate” is recommended for therapeutic use in cats starting from 9 weeks of age. Cats are treated with caution and under the supervision of a veterinarian in cases where:

• your pet weighs less than 1 kg;
• if the cat is pregnant;
• if the animal feeds its offspring.

The following drugs are used against worms in cats: “Stronghold”, “Ivermectin”, “Gamavit”, “Milbemax”, “Drontal”, “Kaniquantel”, “Profender”.

Instructions for use and dosage

Advocate drops (spot-on) are produced in various packaging according to the weight of the animal. The dosage is calculated based on their recommended norms - 0.1 ml of the drug per 1 kg of animal weight, which corresponds to 10 mg of imidacloprid and 2.5 mg of moxidectin per 1 kg.

If the pet's weight exceeds 40 kg, combine two pipettes whose volume best matches the animal's weight. For example, for a dog weighing 43 kg, a combination of 4 ml and 0.4 ml drugs is suitable. And for a dog weighing 46 kg, 4 ml and 1 ml are combined.

Each package contains 3 pipettes. But in veterinary pharmacies and pet stores, tubes are sold individually.

Applying drops is no different from using similar products. Follow the step-by-step instructions:

• the animal is fixed - large dogs are held on the floor, medium and small dogs are lifted onto the table;
• open the pipette - remove the protective cap and pierce the tip of the tube with its reverse side;
• move the fur apart - the drug must get on the skin, otherwise it will flow down the fur coat and will not penetrate the body;
• examine the skin - it must be clean, dry, without damage or redness, otherwise the drops cannot be used;
• apply the medicine - drop it into 3-4 points that are inaccessible for licking (from the withers to the lower back), it is better to apply immediately behind the ears in front of the scruff of the neck.

The frequency of use depends on the clinical case and varies from 28 to 64 days. On average, the drug for dogs is recommended to be used once a month during the parasite activity season - from early spring to late autumn.

Description of the drug Advocate

Advocate drops are a powerful insecticide-acaricidal agent (a remedy against insects and ticks), the active substances of which are imidacloprid and moxidectin. The first substance causes convulsions, paralysis and subsequent death in insects. For humans and animals, imidacloprid is of moderate toxicity, that is, pets can become poisoned. Moxidectin has a similar effect. But both of these substances enhance the effect of each other, so their content in the drug is reduced to a dose that is safe for animals.

The drug Advocate is safe for animals

Advocate is produced in the form of a solution, which is packaged in polypropylene pipettes with a volume of 0.4 or 0.8 ml. Each capsule is well sealed in an aluminum blister, which is designed for 3, 4 or 6 ampoules and is placed in a cardboard box. In this form - in a blister and in a box - you need to store the medicine away from sunlight, food and other people's hands and paws at a temperature of 0 to 30 ° C (you do not need to put it in the refrigerator).

Price and analogues of the drug

The price of Advokat drops in different pet stores and veterinary pharmacies varies from 350 to 800 rubles. Among the main analogues of this drug, the most famous are:

1. Frontline is a pretty good analogue of Advocate drops, but this product has one rather unpleasant side effect - a change in the color of the fur at the site of application.
2. Celandine is an effective remedy for fleas, even kittens can be used, but it is completely useless against worms and subcutaneous parasites.
3. Inspector - has the same spectrum of action as Advocate drops, therefore it is a complete analogue of the indicated product.
4. Bars Forte is a domestic drug that helps well in the fight against fleas, but it will not get rid of other parasites.

Cost of the drug

The drug in question is of very high quality, its effectiveness has been proven by many animal breeders, so its cost is completely justified. For cats up to 4 kg, “Advocate” drops are used, the price of which is on average 900 rubles, for an animal up to 8 kg - 1000 rubles.

The high cost is compensated by the following advantages:

• high efficiency;
• quality guaranteed by a leading company in the veterinary field;
• wide range of therapeutic effects.

Advantages and disadvantages

Many veterinarians recommend the “Advocate” product, since it has many positive aspects.

Its main advantages include:

However, despite so many positive aspects, “Lawyer” also has certain disadvantages, they are as follows:

1. Possibility of side effects.
2. The odor is too strong and unpleasant, which persists for a day after treatment.

Composition, release form, dosage, price

Drops for cats and dogs contain the same active ingredients and auxiliary components. The difference lies in the concentration of Moxidectin. For dogs, the active substance was included in an amount of 2.5%, for cats - 1%. The drug is produced in boxes containing 1 or 3 polymer ampoules.

Advocate drops are produced for dogs weighing <4; 4-10; 10-25;> 25 kg, cats <and> 4 kg. The dosage of the drug and the cost of different options for November 2022 are shown in the table.

Precautions for humans

When using Advocate drops, owners should observe the following precautions:

• You can't eat, drink, smoke.
• After use, be sure to wash your hands with warm water and soap.
• The cat should not be petted during the day, and small children should also be protected from contact with it.
• In case of accidental contact with the skin or eyes, it should be washed off under running water.
• If accidentally swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
• Empty medicine pipettes cannot be used in everyday life; they are disposed of as household waste, after being placed in a plastic bag.

Side effects

When using the medication Advocate in accordance with the recommendations, secondary effects or complications are not observed in most cases. Occasionally, animals experience the following signs of individual intolerance:

• irritated skin;
• vomiting, itching, which go away on their own and do not require treatment;
• allergy.

If a severe allergic reaction occurs, the pet’s skin at the site where the medication was applied should be washed with soapy water, then rinsed thoroughly. If necessary, the veterinarian will prescribe antihistamines.

If the medicine gets inside the body (when the cat partially licks the medicine when washing), the following may occur: copious salivation, neurological symptoms. These manifestations do not last long and pass quickly.

It is extremely rare that after using the medication, a cat briefly experiences uncomfortable sensations, leading to apathy, nervous agitation, or refusal to eat.

If an overdose of the drug has led to a severe depressive state of the animal, muscle tremors, or enlarged pupils, the drug should be thoroughly washed off the surface of the animal’s body. Such reactions are observed in 0.01% of cases (1 in 10,000).

Limitations and side effects

Advocate drops should not be used for cats in the following cases:

• if age less than 9 weeks;
• during the recovery period after serious illnesses and operations;
• for infectious pathologies;
• if there is intolerance to the components (allergic reactions occur).

It is better not to use the drug for pregnant and lactating females. If there is an urgent need for this, the procedure should be carried out under the supervision of a doctor. If the animal has acute or chronic diseases of the heart, liver or kidneys, consultation with a veterinarian is necessary.

Animals usually tolerate the medication without problems. Sometimes vomiting, skin irritation, lack of appetite or depression occur. If the medicine is accidentally ingested, vomiting or stomach upset may occur. The drug may cause disruptions in the functioning of the nervous system. They are manifested by impaired coordination of movements, apathy and mood swings.

Advocate for cats and dogs for treatment and prevention

When treating pets, you should calculate the required volume of Advocate medication based on the weight of the animal. According to the required volume, a combination of pipettes of the appropriate packaging should be used. To avoid unpleasant diseases that require long-term treatment, you should use Advocate drops for preventive purposes.

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Advocate for the prevention of parasitic diseases in cats:

• Fleas . For flea prevention, Advocate is used once a month. It is reasonable to use drops in the general preventive program for diseases caused by fleas in animals.
• Ear scabies . Advocate for the treatment of scabies mites is applied in drops to the skin once, the duration of the medicine is one month. It is prohibited to pour medicine into the ear. During the treatment, daily hygiene of the auricle is carried out. If there are obvious symptoms of otitis media, you should simultaneously give your pet medications against inflammation and the development of microbes.
• Intestinal nematode . For preventive purposes, the procedure is carried out once a month directly under the fur on the entire skin.
• Dirofilariasis . For prophylaxis in regions leading in the spread of this disease, it is possible to use the drug Advocate for prophylactic purposes. The drops are applied once to the pet's fur in the withers area. It is especially recommended for cats or dogs during the off-season - spring-summer, autumn-winter.
• While traveling . Advocate is indicated for use when traveling to regions affected by dirofilariasis. It is important to know that mosquitoes are one of the main carriers of the dirofilariasis pathogen.

The drug Advocate should not be dripped onto damaged or scratched skin, or combined with other medications that contain similar components - macrocyclic lactones.

Reviews about the use of drops

Inga

Very easy to use. I dripped it in the area of ​​the shoulder blades, and that’s it; to consolidate the effect, you need to drip it only after a month. What can I say, it’s not for nothing that these drops are praised. Helps against ticks, fleas, and as a helminthic.

dlyusya

Advocate drops turned out to be very effective: the cat is now alert, cheerful and does not itch at all. But for the first three days after treatment, the unfortunate animal showed signs of poisoning - drooling and weakness (I even began to blame myself for killing my yard friend), but, fortunately, the symptoms went away. Perhaps this is an individual reaction (however, other drops did not have such a negative effect, cats always tolerated them perfectly), but I am afraid to take such drops again. Despite the negative experience, I will rate this very effective and easy-to-use drug 4 stars.

Olya

If you see some kind of parasite on your pet’s body, do not think that you will kill it now and that will be the end of all problems: insects multiply very quickly, and before you know it, a whole settlement will appear on the cat. Therefore, immediately buy a remedy for blood suckers. This may not be Advocate, but it should be effective, so when purchasing the drug, consult at least with a veterinary pharmacy employee.

Available analogues of Advocaat

Consumers consider the high price to be the main disadvantage of Advocate drops.

You can find cheaper analogues on sale, containing similar active substances and applied in the same way:

1. Inspector. Drops for dogs made in Russia. Available in: Suitable for killing fleas, ticks, lice eaters, intestinal helminths and other parasites. The composition includes fipronil, moxidectin, zoopranol. Available in 4 dosages, packaged in plastic pipettes. The price at the veterinary pharmacy is 395 rubles.
2. Frontline Combo.
   The drug is made in France and is available in the form of drops or spray. Effectively fights against different types of ticks and other parasites (including their larvae). Packaged in vials or pipettes, contains fipronil and S-methoprene. Package price from 522 rubles. Frontline Combo is a good analogue of the drug Advocate.

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Advocate's analogs

Analogs of original medicines are drugs with different names and main active ingredients. The selection of analogues is carried out by a doctor.

Analogues of Advocate

Infection of pets with various parasites threatens the health of not only the animal, but also all family members. Infection with pathogens can have a particularly serious impact on the well-being of younger and older generations. Therefore, timely contact with veterinary hospitals and the use of antiparasitic drugs should not be neglected.

Table: analogues

When to use

According to the instructions for use, Advocate drops are used for cats with the following parasites:

• fleas;
• scabies mites;
• lice eaters.

The drug can be effectively used to protect the animal from the parasitic insects listed above, that is, to prevent infection. An antiparasitic agent is used to treat and prevent helminthic infestations caused by nematodes. The active components do not affect tapeworms, so the drug can be used for treatment only after testing and determining the type of helminths. If the medication is used for prophylactic purposes, additional medications against cestodes may be required.

Advocate drops are also used to prevent a dangerous disease - dirofilariasis. With this pathology, worms parasitize the heart and pose a mortal danger to the animal. The medicine affects only the larvae of microfilariae, the causative agent of the disease. The drug is not effective against sexually mature individuals, therefore it is used exclusively for prophylactic purposes. Not suitable for the treatment of dirofilariasis.

Note! Advocate can be used in complex therapy in the treatment of allergic dermatitis caused by fleas.

Owner reviews

Larisa, owner of a 5-year-old cat:

“We used Advocate to treat otodectosis. And although the price of the drug is high, the money is well spent. We managed to get rid of scabies ear mites and prevent infection of a young cat who was in our foster home. Among the advantages I would like to note is the ease of use. There is no need to torture the animal or put drops into injured ears.”

Tatyana, owner of 4 cats:

“There used to be three cats in my house, or rather 2 cats and a cat. I periodically carry out prevention of the appearance of external and internal parasites, so there have been no problems. I recently adopted another cat from the shelter. At home I noticed that she was constantly itching. I bought Advocate drops at the pharmacy. Already on the second day she stopped itching intensely. The medicine has a strong pungent odor and after application for the first 2 hours Lucy was very lethargic, but after a while she came to her senses on her own.”

Is poisoning from flea drops dangerous?

It is difficult to say for sure what will happen if a cat licks flea drops. It all depends on the amount of insecticide ingested, the animal’s body weight, its immunity, and age.

If a small amount of poison gets ingested, the pet will get off with a slight illness; if it gets into a serious amount, it will result in severe poisoning.

A healthy young cat may not feel symptoms of intoxication, but a sick, old or, conversely, too young cat will lie down for several hours or even days.

How does poisoning manifest in a cat?

It is very important to notice in time that the cat has licked the flea drops.

The following symptoms should alert the owner:

• the cat refuses its usual and favorite food;
• diarrhea begins;
• the cat constantly drinks water;
• the animal loses orientation in space, cannot group itself for a jump, it staggers, skids;
• salivation increases;
• The animal's pupils dilate.

Symptoms can be expressed in different ways, it all depends on how much insecticide enters the body. Of course, you don’t have to be afraid of a fatal outcome - in the worst case, the fluffy will lick only a few drops.

It is worth distinguishing between the symptoms of intoxication and allergies. Individual intolerance may occur when using a new drug. It is expressed in lacrimation, redness of the skin, and the appearance of bald patches at the site of application.

To reduce the likelihood of poisoning and allergies, you should give preference to medications from trusted companies.

Contraindications

“Advocate” drops on the withers are strictly forbidden to be used by sick, emaciated, severely weakened animals, cats whose weight is less than one kilogram. The insecticide-acaricide should not be used on small kittens under ten weeks of age.

Pregnant and lactating cats should be treated with caution and only under the supervision of a veterinarian to avoid the development of severe complications.

After therapeutic or preventive treatment, you should not allow your pet to come into contact with other animals. You should not bathe your furry pet for seven days after the company’s action to destroy ecto- and endoparasites.

Pregnant cats are treated against ectoparasites under the supervision of a veterinarian

To prevent a decrease in effectiveness, Advocate is not prescribed together with drugs that contain macrocyclic lactones.

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