{"product_id":"capstar-11-4mg-for-cats-small-dogs","title":"CAPSTAR 11.4mg for Cats \u0026 Small Dogs","description":"CAPSTAR 11.4mg for Cats \u0026amp; Small Dogs are tablets designed to combat flea infestations in cats and small dogs, containing nitenpyram as the active ingredient. This neonicotinoid inhibits the transmission of excitation, which in turn leads to the death of adult fleas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAPSTAR 11.4mg for Cats \u0026amp; Small Dogs at a glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\t\u003cli\u003eTablets to combat flea infestations in cats and small dogs weighing 1 - 11 kg over the age of 4 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOral tablets with the active ingredient nitenpyram:\u003c\/strong\u003e to support the treatment of flea infestations\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKills fleas (Ctenocephalides felis):\u003c\/strong\u003e effects on fleas can be observed as early as 15 to 30 minutes after administration. These occur simultaneously with the fleas' first blood meal once sufficient blood levels have been reached in the host animal. 95 % to 100 % efficacy is observed within the first 6 hours, and 100 % efficacy is achieved within 24 hours without residual activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\t\u003c\/li\u003e\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFurther information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\t\u003cul\u003e\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse during pregnancy and lactation:\u003c\/strong\u003e nitenpyram can be administered safely during pregnancy and lactation. Studies in laboratory animals (rats and rabbits) showed no signs of teratogenic or foetotoxic effects, and tolerability has been demonstrated in pregnant and lactating cats and dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to the manufacturer, there are no known contraindications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide effects:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePets may experience increased itching in the first hour after administering CAPSTAR 11.4mg for Cats \u0026amp; Small Dogs. This effect is caused by fleas reacting to the product. In very rare cases, a dog may experience temporary hyperactivity, panting, vocalisation and excessive grooming\/licking. Very rarely, transient neurological symptoms such as muscle tremors, ataxia and convulsions have been reported.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe frequency of side effects is defined as follows:The Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety, Mauerstraße 39-42, 10117 Berlin or the pharmaceutical company should be notified of any adverse reactions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteractions with other medicinal products:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNone known. In clinical studies, no adverse drug reactions were observed when nitenpyram was used alongside other veterinary products, including common flea products, anthelmintics, vaccines or antibiotics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor risks and side effects, please read the enclosed leaflet and consult your veterinarian or pharmacist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor further information on pharmaceutical products sold through our pharmacy, please contact us at: .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarketing authorisation holder in Germany: Elanco GmbH, Heinz‑Lohmann-Str. 4, D-27472 Cuxhaven\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e1 tablet contains:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eActive ingredient:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNitenpyram (11.4mg)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eOther ingredients:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMicrocrystalline cellulose, maize starch, lactose monohydrate, anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is a pharmaceutical product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage for each animal species, type and duration of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMethod of administration: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTablets to be administered with or without food.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eDosage:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe minimum effect dose is 1mg\/kg bodyweight with the following recommendations:\u003cbr\u003e\nIf a flea infestation is detected, cats and small dogs with a body weight between 1kg and 11kg should be given 1 tablet of CAPSTAR 11.4mg. The frequency of treatment depends on the degree of infestation. In severe flea infestations, it may be necessary to treat the animals every day or every other day until the flea infestation is under control. Treatment can be resumed if fleas reappear. No more than one treatment per day should be given.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eInstructions for correct use:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTo improve palatability, the tablets can be added to a small amount of food.\u003cbr\u003e\nCAPSTAR has no long-term effect. To prevent re-infestation, appropriate treatment to control immature stages of the flea life cycle is recommended. The treating veterinarian should determine an appropriate treatment programme.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial warnings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSpecial precautions for use in animals:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDo not use in animals younger than 4 weeks of age or weighing less than 1kg as these groups of animals have not been studied.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eOverdoses:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNitenpyram is well tolerated by the target species. Overdoses of up to 50mg\/kg in cats and up to 70mg\/kg in dogs were asymptomatic.\u003cbr\u003e\nSide effects such as salivation, vomiting, soft faeces, cramps or reduced activity are only observed at higher doses. Their severity increases with increasing doses. The symptoms disappear quickly and recovery is complete within 24 hours of the overdose due to the rapid elimination of Nitenpyram. No clinically significant treatment-related adverse reactions have been observed with daily dosing for 6 months in cats and dogs.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSpecial precautions for the user:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAccording to the manufacturer, no special precautions for the user are known.","brand":"CAPSTAR","offers":[{"title":"1 Pack","offer_id":47558804832504,"sku":"zp-2159801.2","price":12.18,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":47558804865272,"sku":"zp-2159801.3","price":50.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/6623\/4104\/files\/capstar_11_4_mg_tablets_for_small_dogs_cats_x1_pack_front_1__9.jpg?v=1764416936","url":"https:\/\/www.petfoodmart.co.uk\/products\/capstar-11-4mg-for-cats-small-dogs","provider":"Pet Food Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}