ADVOCATE – Advocate drops for cats weighing more than 4 kg against ticks, fleas, lice, lice and intestinal roundworms BAYER

"Advocate" is a modern veterinary drug with combined effects. It is used to treat and prevent pets from becoming infected with parasites, scabies mites and fleas. The medication is used according to strict instructions to avoid the development of side effects and overdose. The drug for dogs and cats is produced by the German pharmaceutical company Bayer, which has a good reputation and reviews among consumers.

"Advocate" - drops for dogs

Composition and toxicity

Advocate drops are available in the form of a colorless solution for external use; oral administration is strictly prohibited and can lead to the death of a pet. More often recommended for treating dogs due to better tolerance. Available in several forms depending on the weight of the animal.

Table 1. Types of drops according to weight

Attention! To eliminate diseases and prevent disorders in dogs weighing more than 40 kg, it is necessary to use a combination of pipettes of various sizes to achieve the optimal dosage of the active substance.

For large breeds remains the same as for small breeds

The drug consists of two active substances, each of which has its own characteristics of action:

• imidacloprid, produced on the basis of nicotine, it is this substance that provokes the death of parasites after their serious poisoning;
• moxidectin, a semi-synthetic component that has a paralyzing effect on endoparasites. Allows you to influence not only adult individuals, but also their immature offspring.

While killing parasites, nicotine remains dangerous for the pet if the drops are used ineptly.

Experts classify drops as a third group of toxic substances, considered moderately dangerous. If the dosage of the active substance is observed, they are absolutely safe and do not cause intoxication.

Attention! When using drops, it is necessary to exclude individual intolerance to the active ingredient or excipients. If it is present, even strict adherence to the instructions can be dangerous and lead to undesirable consequences for the health of the animal.

Example of packaging for “Advocate” drops

Indications for use

Most often, the medication is prescribed for treatment and preventive measures:

• mixed type helminthic infestations;
• the appearance of fleas and lice bites;
• otodectic mange and sarcoptic mange;
• demodicosis and cheyletiosis;

  Shepherd dogs, bulldogs, Rottweilers and collies are most susceptible to demodicosis.

• only preventive treatment of dirofilariasis, effectiveness is shown against immature individuals of type L3 and L4;
• elimination and prevention of the effects of nematodes;
• to protect against fly bites and the laying of their larvae;

  Flies tend to prefer to attack the animal's ears

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• in some cases it is used to suppress the symptoms of flea allergy dermatitis.

Drops against fleas, helminths and scabies mites can be prescribed to treat cats. The only exceptions are individuals whose age has not reached nine weeks.

Contraindications for use

When prescribing a drug, it is imperative to exclude the presence of any contraindications. Advocate drops should not be applied to the withers of an animal if the following diagnoses and conditions are present:

• dogs whose age has not yet exceeded seven weeks;
• animals suffering from infectious diseases, especially in the acute stage with a large number of symptoms;
• pregnant individuals or nursing offspring;
• dogs with signs of exhaustion or under 1 kg body weight;
• with hypersensitivity or intolerance to any component of the medication;
• with severe damage to the kidneys and liver.

For pregnant and lactating pets, drops are prescribed only when absolutely necessary due to the toxicity of the medication

Attention! In exceptional cases, after examining a pregnant cat or dog, a veterinarian may decide on the need for treatment. In this case, the doses are most often reduced compared to those prescribed in the instructions. The drug itself is applied only in a hospital setting.

Presented types of drops "Advocate"

Indications for use

In veterinary medicine, Advocate is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of entomosis and nematodes in dogs. The active components have an adverse effect on demodectic, ixodid, sarcoptic, otodectic (scabies) mites, fleas, mites, and helminths.

A lawyer for dogs is prescribed for treatment:

• cestodiasis;
• nematodes;
• notoedrosis;
• crenosomosis;
• sarcoptic mange;
• demodicosis;
• cheyletiosis (dandruff);
• hookworm;
• otodectosis (ear scabies);
• mixed helminthic infestations.

Important! Antiparasitic drops "Advocate" are effective against mature and larval forms of nematodes, cestodes, Toxocara, hookworms, uncinaria, whipworms, and other helminths that parasitize the body of dogs.

Veterinary experts recommend using Advocate throughout the entire period of activity of parasitic insects (spring-autumn). An antiparasitic agent is also prescribed for the prevention of dirofilariasis in unfavorable regions. The active components do not destroy adult heartworms, but significantly reduce the number of microfilariae circulating in the bloodstream.

Dog affected by demodicosis

Antiparasitic drops can be used to treat allergic and flea dermatitis in pets.

Infestation with fleas, ticks, lice

Blokhnet for cats: drops, instructions

The instructions for the drug Advocate against fleas for cats emphasize: the product not only rids animals of fleas, but also prevents their reappearance. Infestation with fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) is determined by external examination of pets. Reddened, swollen areas and wounds covered with crusts appear on the skin of animals. The pet itches and tears at the affected areas again and again.

Open wounds become an avenue for infection by various microorganisms, including helminths.

Note! Fleas on cats are not always visible immediately after infection. The sizes of insects are very small - 2-4 mm. They quickly move along the skin and among the fur of animals, using their blood for their nutrition. Up to 200 insects can live on one animal.

Females do not always lay eggs on the body of cats; sometimes carpets and woolen paths in the apartment of the animal’s owner become their nesting places. In this case, fleas can bite a person’s legs from the ankles to the knees. Flea bites are especially dangerous for kittens. Advocate will be a salvation not only for adult animals, but also for their cubs. The product is used to treat tick-borne diseases: demodicosis, otodecosis (ear mites), sarcoptic mange (scabies).

For your information! When fleas appear, cats not only itch, but bite into the fur, and may meow nervously.

Fleas on animals' bodies cause them a lot of inconvenience.

Infection with worms

Most often, cats can become infected with round and parasitic tapeworms. Infection can occur during street walks if cats have not been treated in a timely manner for fleas, lice, when interacting with sick animals, or after eating raw river fish. Kittens can get parasites from a sick mother. The source of worms can be cat food picked up by animals on the street.

Worms feed on the blood of animals and are very dangerous to their health. The most common type of internal parasites are nematodes - small worms about 2 cm long. Kittens can die from a ruptured stomach if round toxocaras settle in it.

Important! The most dangerous worms transmitted to people are cucumber tapeworms and tapeworms. After entering the human body without treatment, they can grow up to 11 m.

Infection with worms can sometimes occur against the background of viral infectious diseases. Tests in veterinary laboratories can determine the presence of parasites. Treatment methods and medications are prescribed after clinical tests. The drug Advocate against worms for cats is included in the list of the most effective medications for the fight against helminthic infestations: pulmonary, cardiac, and gastrointestinal.

For your information! Cats can become infected with worms by eating rodents that carry the parasites.

Cycle of worm infection

The effectiveness of “Advocate” drops

As soon as the drug enters the skin of a pet, it is rapidly distributed throughout the epidermis and fur. The active substance protects cats and dogs for a long time, providing an insectoacaricidal effect.

“Advocate” drops, unlike other products, penetrate through the skin into the internal organs, which enhances their effect

Unlike imidacloprid, moxidectin does not work on the surface, but inside the body. It enters the systemic bloodstream through the skin, from where it begins to be distributed to tissues and organs. The maximum dose of the active substance of the drug is recorded on days 4-9 after treatment. Complete elimination of moxidectin occurs after four weeks.

Attention! The active substance of the drug practically does not reduce its effectiveness even after the animal’s fur and epidermis are wet. But veterinarians do not recommend immediately letting your pet near water or bathing him with shampoo after applying drops to the withers. In the future, until the course of therapy is completed, the use of soap solutions should be moderate and only when really necessary.

Correct way to apply drops

Reviews about the use of “Advocate” drops

The majority of consumers who used Advocate drops to treat and protect their pets were satisfied with the course they completed. Cats and dogs, when the active ingredient is applied correctly, rarely show side effects, with the exception of cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance.

Many owners noted the fast and effective operation of the drops

Drops were used not only on animals living in an apartment or city, but also on cats and dogs living in rural areas with a large number of insects and parasites. The medication successfully protected the pet from flies and their larvae, repelled ticks and blood-sucking mosquitoes.

Advocate drops also helped pets living in yards and often forced to come into contact with parasites

When eliminating skin disorders, drops were used both as a separate remedy and as a combination with other medications. They showed an equally good therapeutic effect in two regimens, but were more often used as a separate agent in the initial stages of the disease. According to reviews of those who used Advocate drops on dogs and cats, the first results were noticeable after just a couple of applications.

In some cases, one or two procedures are enough for the pet’s condition to improve.

To eliminate flea and tick attacks, a single treatment is sufficient, while pet owners confirm the long-term effect of the active substance, provided that the dose is selected correctly. Allergic attacks occur in less than 1-2% of cases. Severe anaphylactic reactions are extremely rare and are usually associated with previously unknown contraindications for treating skin and fur.

An allergic reaction to drops is extremely rare.

Answers to frequently asked questions

When can you bathe your dog?

It is advisable not to wash your dog with shampoo for 4 days before and after treatment. Detergents break down the lipid layer, which reduces the effectiveness of the flea and tick product. Although bathing does not affect the anthelmintic effect of the drug.

If the dog got caught in the rain, ran through puddles, or jumped into a pond for a couple of minutes, it’s okay. The effect of the drops will continue.

The dog weighs less than the minimum dosage - up to 4 kg. How to proceed?

For animals weighing over 1 kg, the entire 0.4 ml pipette can be used under the supervision of a veterinarian. As a rule, the medicine does not cause side effects. If the dog weighs less, a lawyer cannot be used.

I have two dogs weighing about 20 kg. Is it possible for them to take one pipette for giant breeds (weighing up to 40 kg) and divide it equally?

You cannot divide the pipette - this makes it impossible to calculate the correct dosage. For each dog, a release form is purchased that corresponds to its weight.

Does Lawyer help against ixodid ticks?

The drug is not effective against ixodid ticks. To destroy this type of parasite or prevent infection by it, Advantix is ​​first used. And after 2-7 days they use Advocate.

Can it be used in conjunction with other antiparasitic agents?

Drops cannot be used along with similar drugs. The exception is Advantix and the Foresto collar. They contain different active ingredients and together protect against all types of parasites.

Features of use and prevention

It is important to protect not only your pet, but also yourself, since “Advocate” drops, if the recommendations for use are not followed, can cause poisoning, including in humans.

1. Do not apply the drug in places close to food. The best use is in an open space or room with good ventilation.
2. Drinking and smoking are prohibited during the procedure.
3. Handling a sick animal is carried out only with gloves, after which you should still wash your hands well with plenty of soap.
4. If the active substance gets on the mucous membrane, you should immediately wash it off with plenty of water.
5. If drops get inside, you need to consult a doctor for possible gastric lavage.

Careless use of the medication can lead to poisoning for both the pet and the owner.

Video - Application and effect of the drug

Instructions for use

Treatment of dog fur is carried out by drip method (Spot-on). For therapeutic and prophylactic purposes it is used once. Before use, consult a veterinarian and carefully read the instructions for use.

Important! Advocate can be used with other medications, including vaccines.

The product is applied directly to dry, intact skin between the shoulder blades, at the base of the neck. Before use, cut off the upper part of the cap, part the pet’s fur, and squeeze out the contents of the pipette.

The dose calculation depends on the pet’s body weight: 0.1 ml per 1 kg of weight. When treating large breeds of dogs, the antiparasitic agent is applied in several places, using pipettes of various sizes.

To prevent entomosis and acarosis, animals are treated every 30-45 days throughout the entire period of ectoparasite activity.

When treating otodectosis, the dog's ear canal is first cleaned of wax, dirt, crusts, and scabs using a gauze-cotton swab soaked in the product. 2-3 drops of Advocate are instilled into each ear. If necessary, the course is repeated after 28-30 days.

The lawyer is applied in places inaccessible to licking (base of the neck, between the shoulder blades)

For demodicosis, the drug is used two to four times with an interval of 30-35 days. If a pet is diagnosed with flea infestation, allergic dermatitis, treatment is carried out at intervals of 30-32 days until the clinical symptoms completely disappear.

To prevent dirofilariasis in dogs, Advocate is used once a month throughout the entire period of mosquito activity. It is best to use an antiparasitic veterinary drug one month before the appearance of blood-sucking insects. After the season of activity, for the purpose of prevention, treatment of dogs with Advocate should be continued for one to two months.

Overdose and side effects

If the drug is used correctly, overdose is excluded. If it occurs and if side effects occur, the animal may show signs of intoxication in the form of nausea, vomiting, skin irritation, redness and peeling.

If you suspect an overdose in your pet, it is advisable to show it to a specialist.

To eliminate unwanted reactions, you should wash off the drops from the animal’s fur and skin and carry out symptomatic treatment. If an allergic reaction occurs in the form of sneezing or active lacrimation, it is also necessary to remove the active substance from the pet’s body and give an anti-allergenic agent.

Repeated sneezing of a pet after drops most often indicates an allergic reaction.

Attention! Side effects were especially pronounced in animals that were treated in the presence of contraindications. They immediately started vomiting and had loose stools. This condition in pregnant and lactating animals always requires urgent contact with a veterinary clinic.

If the pet has contraindications, treatment is sometimes carried out by a veterinarian within the clinic

Cost and storage conditions

The medication must be stored in room conditions at a temperature not exceeding +30 degrees. It is important to avoid direct sunlight on the packaging. The shelf life of Advocate drops is 3 years. The average price of “Advocate” drops depends on the volume of the pipette and can range from 700 to 1500 rubles.

The drops require careful adherence to the instructions for use so that the cat or dog does not develop undesirable consequences for their health. Let us briefly highlight the most basic of them.

Precautionary rules

When using, you must carefully read the instructions and reviews of the “Lawyer”. This will avoid many mistakes and restore lost health to your pet and protect it in the future.