Bars drops against ticks and fleas in cats and dogs: review and tips for use

With the help of special preparations you can protect dogs and puppies from various ectoparasites.

These include Bars drops, which provide a quick effect and long-lasting action. But to ensure that this product does not harm your pet, it must be used in accordance with the instructions. Otherwise, therapy may be complicated by side effects.

Description, release form and composition

Bars drops for puppies and dogs are produced in Russia. On sale you can find the drug standard and Forte. The medicine has an insectoacaricidal effect. Bars drops are intended for external use.

The product is a light yellow oily liquid, which is packaged in disposable pipettes of 1; 1.4; 1.8; 2.8; 3.6; 4.2; 5; 5.4 ml. This assortment allows you to choose the right dosage for dogs and puppies depending on their body weight.

Drops

The standard form of the drug includes the following active ingredients:

• fipronil – disrupts the transmission of nerve impulses;
• diflubenzuron – prevents reproduction, has a detrimental effect on the larvae;
• dicarboximide - enhances the toxic effect of the two previous substances.

Bars Forte drops have a more gentle effect. Therefore, they can be used for puppies over 2 months of age. This product does not contain dicarboximide, but uses citronella ester instead. In addition to the active components, any form of the drug contains excipients that increase the effectiveness of the product.

Pharmacological properties

The liquid does not penetrate the systemic bloodstream, spreading over the animal’s skin. Active components accumulate in the sebaceous glands, skin cells and hair follicles. This provides long-term protection for cats and dogs from blood-sucking parasites. The mechanism for using Bars drops is based on the effect on the nervous system of insects at the genetic level. Even short-term contact with drops is enough to start the process of destruction of the nervous system of bloodsuckers. Disturbance in the transmission of nerve impulses causes paralysis and inevitable death. Insects lose their ability to reproduce. Individuals hatched from eggs are already infected. Their chitinous shell is weakened and their activity is reduced. Their death occurs within 24 hours.

The drug "Bars" is also used for preventive purposes. Ticks, lice, mosquitoes and fleas cannot tolerate the smell of the medicine. They immediately leave the animal's body after the first contact with its skin. The drops do not pose any danger to the pet, provided that the rules for applying the solution are followed.

Operating principle

Bars drops for fleas are a low-toxic product that does not pose a threat to the health of humans and warm-blooded animals. When the medicine is applied to the skin, it lingers in the top layer and also penetrates the hair follicles and sebaceous glands. The active components of the drug are not absorbed into the bloodstream, therefore they are not capable of harming the pet. The effect of the drops begins 24 hours after application and lasts for 4 weeks.

The medicine initially causes paralysis of adult parasites, and then death due to circulatory problems. Also, the active components of the drugs penetrate the protective shell of the larvae, which leads to a stop in their development and death.

Rules for using drops

Insectoacaricidal drops "Bars" are a moderately dangerous drug. When used according to recommendations, the solution does not have an irritating or toxic effect on the animal’s body. Before applying the medicine, you must weigh your pet. Drops are used at the rate of 10 drops per 1 kg of cat’s weight and 50 drops (0.1 ml) per 1 kg of dog’s weight.

Before using the drug, the animal should not be bathed and should not be exposed to rain. The skin and coat should be dry, without any damage. If there are wounds on the body of a dog or cat, they need to be treated or covered with an adhesive bandage.

Drops are applied using the following method:

1. Limit the animal's mobility. His paws should be tied; the cat can be stuffed into his trouser leg or leggings. Dogs are recommended to wear a muzzle. If there are several animals in the house, then all of them must be treated with Bars drops.
2. Prepare first aid supplies if complications arise. To do this, you will need a bowl of warm water, detergent, drinking water, a syringe or a syringe for forced drinking.
3. Part the animal's fur between the ears and at the base of the skull. Apply the drops evenly, not allowing them to run down onto the face or back. Lightly rub the liquid into the skin with your fingers.
4. Place 3-4 drops of the drug into the ear. Fold the ear in half and knead it slightly so that the liquid is evenly distributed throughout the shell. Repeat a similar procedure with the second ear, even if there are no signs of otodectosis.
5. Release the animal and observe its behavior. If no deviations are observed, then the procedure was successful. If there is a change in behavior, you must quickly wash off the drug and show the victim to a veterinarian.
6. Apply a drop of the drug to the tick. As a rule, after a few minutes it falls off on its own. If this does not happen, then the dead insect is removed from the skin with tweezers.

During the first 24 hours after treatment, touching and petting your pet is not recommended. You should not bathe him for 3 days so as not to wash off the drug.

Doses and order of application

Depending on the disease, Bars Drops should be used differently. Therefore, before starting therapy, you need to study the instructions for use. Compliance with all recommendations will allow you to achieve the maximum result of treatment or prevention and prevent possible complications.

Lice, fleas, lice eaters

Before using Bars drops against fleas and other ectoparasites, you must examine your pet. Do not use the medicine if there are scratches, open wounds, abrasions and dermatitis.

Attention! For adult dogs, both forms of the drug can be used, and for puppies - only Bars Forte.

For puppies

For lice, lice-eaters, and fleas, it is necessary to apply Bars directly to the dog’s skin, after parting the fur. For small dogs and puppies, it is enough to drop the product on the withers, and for large pets - in several places inaccessible for licking.

Acceptable one-time dosage of standard Bars drops, depending on the weight of the pet:

• 1.4 ml – 2-10 kg;
• 2.8 ml – 10-20 kg;
• 4.2 ml – 20-30 kg;
• 5 ml – more than 30 kg.

After the procedure, the animal should not be bathed for 4 days, and shampoo should not be used for 1 month.

Single dosage of Bars Forte for puppies and dogs:

• 0.18 ml or 4 drops – up to 1 kg;
• 1 ml - 1-5 kg;
• 1.8 ml – 5-10 kg;
• 3.6 ml – 10-20 kg;
• 5.4 ml – 20-30 kg;
• 1.8 ml for each kg of animal weight - over 30 kg.

If necessary, repeat therapy after 30 days.

Ixodid tick

To destroy the parasite that has burrowed into the dog’s skin, you need to drop the product onto the insect and wait half an hour. If after this time the insect does not fall off on its own, then it must be carefully pulled out with tweezers.

Attention! For puppies, only Bars Forte drops can be used against ticks.

Ear mites

In this case, before starting therapy, it is necessary to clean the pet’s ears from scabs. Then you should drop the medicine into each ear canal according to the dosage indicated in the instructions for the product. After this, you need to massage the ears to distribute the medicine evenly and hold the pet’s head for several minutes.

Attention! Bars drops should be applied to both ears, even if one is affected.

Therapy should be repeated every 2 weeks until the mites are completely eliminated. The permissible dosage, depending on the size of the dog, is from 3 to 5 drops in each ear. The drug begins to act 3 hours after administration.

Contraindications for use

The solution is intended exclusively for the treatment and prevention of infections by blood-sucking insects in domestic dogs and cats. The medicine cannot be used to combat parasites in other animals kept in the household. Bars parasite drops may be ineffective or fatally toxic when used on nutria, rabbits, hamsters and chinchillas. The immunity of these animals is not ready to be exposed to the components of these drops.

As for dogs and cats, the drug cannot be used in the following cases:

• if your pet is hypersensitive or intolerant to the components of the solution;
• for small animals (adult cats up to 500 g and dogs up to 1000 g);
• individuals who have suffered serious illnesses, operations and are at the stage of treatment and rehabilitation;
• pregnant females at any stage of gestation;
• pets during lactation, regardless of the duration and volume of feeding;
• sick animals suffering from diseases of internal organs;
• pets who have skin lesions, wounds or areas of suppuration;
• puppies up to 2 months old and kittens up to 3 months old.

The medicine must be used carefully to prevent it from getting into the eyes or digestive system.

Contraindications and side effects

This remedy, like many others, has a number of contraindications.

The product should not be used if:

• individual intolerance to any component included in its composition;
• less than 8 weeks old;
• exhaustion;
• exacerbation of chronic diseases;
• dermatitis, open wounds.

There are contraindications

The use of Bars drops of any form for nursing and pregnant dogs is unacceptable. It is also prohibited to combine them with drugs of similar action.

This product belongs to category 3 hazard class. But, despite its safety, if used incorrectly, it can cause side effects such as general lethargy, muscle tremors, skin irritation, vomiting, and lack of appetite. Their presence directly depends on the number of drops applied. If your dog is feeling critical, you should contact a veterinarian.

Safety and prevention measures

When treating your pet with Bars drops, you must follow the rules of personal and household hygiene. Application of the liquid should be carried out as safely as possible for animals and people.

The following rules should be followed:

1. Treatment should be carried out in places where there is no food, feed or drinks. It is advisable to put cellophane, newspapers or unnecessary rags on the floor. Smoking and drinking are not allowed during insecticide treatment.
2. During the lubrication procedure, you must hold your pet's head firmly to prevent the medicine from splashing when shaking its head.
3. Persons who are intolerant to one of the components of Bars drops must use skin, eye and respiratory protection. The mouth and nose should be covered with a gauze bandage, and the eyes with glasses. You need to work with rubber gloves.
4. You must not touch the animal for 24 hours after treatment. Children should be especially carefully protected from contact with pets.
5. After the procedure, it is necessary to disinfest the bedding on which your four-legged friend rests. If possible, it is better to wash the litter or completely replace it.
6. Upon completion of treatment of the animal, it is necessary to wet clean the room, wash tables, chairs and cooking surfaces. It is imperative to wash your hands and wash your face.
7. Medicine containers are not intended for reuse. It must be thrown away or burned.
8. The drug "Bars" should be stored in a dark, cool place, inaccessible to children and persons with mental disorders. It is strictly forbidden to store drops together with food, feed and in a home medicine cabinet.

The shelf life of Bars drops is 24 months from the date of manufacture. Before using the drug, you must check its suitability. After the expiration date, the medicine should be thrown away. It is prohibited to use expired product on pets.

Advantages

Bars drops have many advantages, which sets them apart from other medications with similar effects.

Main advantages:

• availability;
• ease of use;
• safety;
• does not cause addiction among parasites;
• wide spectrum of action;
• minimum contraindications;
• Can be used for puppies and adult dogs.

The advantages of this product include the minimal likelihood of side effects when used correctly.

Collars

Leopard collars are an excellent solution in the fight against parasites for those who, for some reason, do not have the opportunity to use drops or spray. This product is excellent against both fleas and ixodid ticks. The latter can sometimes stick, but within a day they fall off on their own.

The advantage of using a collar is its longer action compared to other drugs. So, while the effect of drops and aerosols is limited to a maximum of two months, the duration of use of the collar is up to four months.

The disadvantage of this means of protection against fleas and ticks is that some pets are dissatisfied with the constant presence of a collar on their neck. Often in the first days they constantly try to remove it and become more nervous. Sometimes they still manage to remove it or even lose it (the latter is especially typical for cats living in private homes). According to some veterinarians, collars can negatively affect the health of pets.

In most cases, the collar does not affect the well-being of the animals, but occasionally individual intolerance to the main active ingredient – ​​fipronil – occurs. In such situations, it is recommended to stop using the collar and other drugs based on it, choosing an appropriate analogue.

Before using the collar, it is often recommended to bathe pets with shampoo, also designed to remove parasites. These actions help enhance the effect of the collar and reduce the time of getting rid of existing parasites.

Spray "Bars"

A spray based on fipronil, glycerin and castor oil provides effective protection for dogs against fleas, ixodid and sarcoptic ticks, and lice. The principle of action is that the active substance first accumulates in the epidermis, sebaceous glands and hair follicles, then is released onto the surface of the skin, providing an antiparasitic and repellent effect.

Application

The animal is treated outdoors, in a place where there are no other animals or children nearby. The spray is applied by spraying the skin and hair. To prevent licking of the substance, a muzzle or protective collar is put on the animal during the treatment period. Spray "Leopard" is sprayed, holding the bottle in a vertical position at a distance of 20-25 cm from the animal's body. The substance is distributed with hands (with gloves) against the growth of the fur, lightly rubbing into the fur and skin. When processing the head, the animal's eyes and nose are closed. 20 minutes after applying the spray, the coat is combed, and after it has completely dried, the muzzle or collar is removed. It should be remembered that 3 days before and after treatment you cannot wash the dog, despite the fact that the spray begins to act immediately. Treatment is carried out once every two weeks.

Restrictions

• Spray "Bars" against ticks is not suitable for pregnant and lactating bitches, sick and convalescent animals.
• Some dogs may have allergic reactions to certain components. In this case, the spray should be washed off with water.

The spray is available in bottles of 100 and 200 ml. The approximate price is 190-260 rubles.