What are the benefits of drops?
Fleas can be controlled in different ways:
- using shampoos;
- using collars;
- using drops.
What are the benefits of drops and why do many pet owners prefer them? The answer is simple - because the drops combine the advantages of different insecticidal agents.
They:
- safe for animals;
- easy to use;
- operate effectively.
Drops have a prolonged effect
In addition, flea drops effectively fight other parasites - with their help you can destroy lice and ticks.
Drops have a prolonged effect. After their application, they continue to act for several weeks, and all this time the dog is protected and does not suffer from parasites.
Mode of application
Using the product is quite simple. It is necessary to carefully open the package and put a collar on the animal, adjusting it to size. Remember that there should be a gap of about 1-2 cm between the tape and the pet's neck. After this, the end of the collar is passed through the free end of the clasp. Excess tape must be cut off so that it does not interfere with the animal.
If there are a lot of parasites, it is recommended to wash your pet with insecticidal pet shampoo before putting on the collar. In order to prevent re-infection, you need to treat the animal's care items and bedding with insecticidal and acaricidal agents, following the instructions included in the instructions. In the first days after putting on the collar, ticks may attack and attach, but after a few days the parasites will fall off on their own. Continuous use of Dana Ultra tape protects cats and dogs from parasites for 4 months.
Description of the drug
Dana drops are considered one of the most effective means for combating parasites. The drug contains a new generation drug diazinon. This substance belongs to intestinal and contact poisons and affects the parasite when it gets inside or on the integument. Diazinon causes intestinal destruction of parasites, dehydration and death.
The drug additionally contains other substances that enhance the effect of diazinon. Their other task is to fight inflammatory processes caused by parasites.
The effect of the product begins half a day after application
The effect of the product begins half a day after application. The active substance has the ability to accumulate in the sebaceous glands, hair follicles, and skin. As a result, Dana drops act for a long time, gradually being released and entering the body of insects after a bite.
They are droplets of yellow liquid. They are supplied in a bottle with a pipette.
Contraindications
There are a number of contraindications for the drug "Dana Ultra". Reviews, however, indicate that there are very few cases where the collar had to be abandoned for this reason. So, contraindications:
The collar is not recommended for use in combination with other insecticidal and acaricidal agents.
Who are they acting against?
Drops are effective against:
- fleas;
- ticks;
- lice eaters.
The product is equally poisonous to a number of tick families, so it can be considered universal. With the help of the drug you can get rid of ixodid, demoked and other types of ticks. Drops are also considered a means of prevention against parasites. You can also find out why a tick is dangerous and what to do if you find one.
"Dana Ultra": reviews
Reviews from pet owners confirm the effectiveness of the collar. At the same time, they claim, it helps to get rid of not only fleas, but also ticks (including ear ticks), as indicated in the instructions. This makes buyers especially happy. The collar protects even when the animal stays outside for a long time.
In addition, the low price of the drug compared to analogues is also attractive. There are practically no side effects. Animals tolerate wearing a collar very well. Among the shortcomings is the inconvenient and unreliable clasp. There have been cases of cats losing collars due to poor fastening.
Features of use
Despite the fact that the drops are not considered highly toxic, the instructions for their use must be strictly followed. Otherwise, an overdose of the drug and negative consequences for the animal are possible.
Drops are applied exclusively externally
Drops are applied exclusively externally. To avoid overdose, the required number of drops is measured with a pipette. Then the fur is carefully parted at the animal’s withers and the required number of drops is applied to the skin. The dose of the drug applied depends on the weight of the dog. For small dogs of decorative breeds weighing from 2 to 10 kg, one pipette is enough. For medium-sized dogs weighing up to 20 kg, 2 pipettes are applied, and for large dogs, whose weight can reach 20-30 kilograms, 3 pipettes are applied. For particularly large dogs over 30 kilograms, 4 pipettes are required.
The instructions say that the product should be applied to those places where the animal cannot reach with its tongue, so that it does not accidentally lick off the drops and become poisoned.
If drops are used to treat dogs against ear mites (otodectosis), then the drops are instilled inside. First, you need to thoroughly clean the animal's ears from mite waste, crusts and dirt. Then 2-4 drops should be placed in each ear. Massage the ears so that the product is absorbed and gets deeper into the most inaccessible places.
There is a special dosage for puppies
The instructions say that you can soon comb out the dead insects. “Dana” lasts for about two more months, reliably protecting your pet from fleas and ticks.
Api-San Dana ULTRA against fleas and ticks drops on the withers 0.8 ml
APi-SAN Dana ULTRA insectoacaricidal drops on the withers for puppies and dogs 5 - 10 kg, 0.8 ml Dana Ultra drops on the withers for puppies and dogs are intended for the prevention and elimination of ticks, fleas, lice, lice and other parasites. The drug shows positive results for animals with different hair lengths. It has a long-lasting effect thanks to the fipronil included in the composition, which is distributed in the sebaceous glands and forms a “reservoir” effect. Drops on the withers protect against ticks for one month, against lice, lice and fleas for two months thanks to the content of a special formula with three components. The drug has a wide spectrum of insectoacaricidal action and disrupts the development of flea eggs and larvae.
Peculiarities:
- In general, the drug acts against 60 species of fleas that carry 25 types of diseases.
- For 1 month they protect against lice, fleas and lice-eaters.
- Protects against ticks for 2 months.
- Prevents the appearance of adult insects on animals in ectoparasite habitats.
- The long-term effect of the drug is due to the fipronil contained in the composition, which accumulates in the sebaceous glands, forming a “reservoir” effect.
- The 3-component composition of Dana Ultra ensures the high effectiveness of the drug. Fipronil and thiamethoxam have an insectoacaricidal effect, and pyriproxyfen prevents fleas from growing to adulthood, thus preventing fleas from reproducing.
- The package contains 1 pipette of 0.4 ml.
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Important: Do not treat with drops:
- exhausted, weak and sick with infectious diseases, as well as recovering animals,
- damp and damaged skin,
- puppies under 10 weeks of age,
- pregnant and lactating females,
- combining with other insectoacaricidal agents,
- for the treatment of ear scabies when the eardrum is perforated,
- productive animals.
Children should not be allowed to pet animals for 24 hours after using the drug. It is not recommended to bathe the animal in open water, or to wash the animal with detergent for 48 hours after treatment with the drug. Dosage:Dosage for adult dogs and puppies:
- 1 pipette of 0.8 ml is suitable for an animal weighing from 5 to 10 kg.
Application: The drug in the required dosage is applied to the area at the base of the neck and between the shoulder blades so that the dog cannot lick it off.
Repeated treatments with Dana Ultra flea drops are recommended no more than once a month.
Dana Ultra drops can also be used to treat animal bedding, blankets and other household items.
It is recommended to treat the animal with flea drops no later than one day before the intended trip to nature. If you find a tick on your dog's skin, apply a couple of drops of the drug to it and to the place where it is attached to the skin and wait a while. The tick will die and fall off.
To treat ear scabies (otodectosis) in dogs, the ear is cleaned of scabs and crusts, and 3-5 drops of the drug are instilled into each ear. Then fold the ear and massage it for several minutes. The remainder of the drug is applied from a pipette to the skin of the animal between the shoulder blades. If necessary, the procedure is repeated after 10-12 days.
Composition: As active ingredients, Dana Ultra for dogs and puppies in 1 ml contains: fipronil - 100 mg, thiamethoxam - 50 mg and pyriproxyfen - 50 mg, as well as excipients up to 1 ml.
Contraindicated for whom
The drug is low-toxic, so it is recommended even for puppies over 2 kilograms.
However, in order to exclude possible harm to the offspring, the drug cannot be used to treat pregnant dogs, during the period of feeding puppies and for puppies up to 1.5-2 months.
Also, you should not use it on animals that are sick or weakened after illness.
Dana drops will help get rid of parasites quickly
Features of application
Many pet owners are familiar with the drug "Dana Ultra". Reviews of its use note that it is effective against fleas, lice, lice, ear mites and sarcoptic mites. It also reliably protects the animal from ixodid ticks.
The drug is used by applying drops to the skin of dogs and cats in places that are inaccessible for licking. Usually this is a place on the back between the shoulder blades or the neck slightly below the back of the head. The required dosage is selected based on the weight of the animal. The drug is packaged in droppers already designed for a certain weight. You just need to carefully read the information on the packaging.
The drug should be applied only to dry, intact skin. For 2 days after treatment, you should not bathe your pet, it is not advisable to pet it, and it should be protected from direct sunlight. During this time, you need to protect the animal from communicating with children. Repeated treatment can be carried out no more than once a month. To make the treatment more effective, you need to replace your pet’s bedding after the procedure.
To destroy an ixodid tick, if it has already attached itself to the skin, you need to drop 1-2 drops on it and the skin around it. Usually after 20 minutes it dies and either falls off on its own or can be removed without any problems. When treating ear mites, the drug is instilled into the ear, the auricle is bent and lightly massaged. This way the product will be distributed over a larger surface.
Side effects
Side effects, judging by the reviews, are extremely rare with the correct dosage. But if the dose is exceeded or used to treat sick animals, the following signs may appear:
- increased salivation;
- allergic reactions;
- lacrimation;
- shiver.
Dana drops will help get rid of parasites quickly. However, in any case, before the first use, it is necessary to contact a veterinarian, who will determine the exact dosage and possibility of using the product.
General characteristics of the drug
One of the most common drugs against various exoparasites is Dana Ultra. Reviews about it note that it is convenient to use, animals tolerate it well, and parasites die within 24 hours. The drug is available in the form of drops in special pipettes. This allows you to accurately dose the required amount of product. In this form, the drug is a yellowish liquid with a lemon smell.
In addition, there is also a Dana Ultra flea collar. Reviews note that its use is absolutely safe. While wearing the collar, the animal is completely protected from all types of exoparasites.
All Dana Ultra preparations have significant advantages over other insecticidal agents:
- contain substances that are characterized by low toxicity for pets;
- suitable for large animals with any length of hair;
- rarely cause side effects, so they can be used even for pets with sensitive skin;
- within 24 hours, the animal’s body is completely cleansed of exoparasites;
- protect against re-infection for a month;
- While using the drug, the animal can be bathed.
Reviews and comments
+1 Veronica 04/27/2016 11:59 Last warm season, I walked the dog especially a lot, I only drip dana (I don’t combine medications, as some do). During that time, not a single tick clung to the dog, even mosquitoes did not seem to land.
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+1 Natalya 05/04/2016 12:06 I also have only positive experience using drops. Only on my package is “Dana Ultra NEO” and three active ingredients, in addition to fipronil, also thiamethoxam, pyriproxyfen
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+1 Rita 08/09/2016 16:19 Now ticks are very active, I myself am afraid to go into the forest, although I love it. We also use Dana Ultra Neo drops on the withers. We have been treating the dog constantly in the spring and summer for 2 years now, during these years we have not found a single tick, nor have there been any fleas. The dog is not irritated while applying the drops. In my opinion the best solution.
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0 Anna 01/03/2017 11:56 How much does Dana cost for puppies (1.5 months 5.5 kg East European Shepherd).?
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Infection with exoparasites
Dogs and cats have long been home to fleas. It is even believed that this neighborhood is beneficial for both parties. A healthy animal has substances in its blood that inhibit the growth of parasites and slow down their activity. As a result, fleas do not cause any concern to the owner.
But as soon as the animal’s immunity decreases, the parasites begin to actively multiply. In this case, their population grows greatly and begins to cause only harm. This especially applies to pets. The pet begins to itch, suppuration may appear in the scratches, and the condition of the coat worsens. Young and old animals are especially affected by fleas. In addition, if a pet becomes infected with parasites on the street, they can get some kind of infectious disease.
This possibility is always present even for those animals that only walk in the yard. And if the owners take their pet to the forest or to the country, it can pick up more than just fleas. Exoparasites also include ixodid and ear mites, lice, and lice. All of them can carry infectious diseases and cause serious trouble to the animal.
Analogs of “Dana Ultra” drops for dogs
Complete analogues of “Dana Ultra” drops are preparations based on fipronil:
- Leopard;
- Insectstop;
- Celandine.
Other popular means include:
- “Hartz Ultra Guard” solution, based on phenothrin, which retains protective properties for 1 month;
- Stronghold, containing selamectin and used to treat arachnoentomosis, nematodes, demodicosis, sarcoptic mange and dirofilariasis;
- Advantix, whose active ingredients are imidacloprid and permethrin;
- Sanofly, based on cyfluthrin, repels all blood-sucking insects, including mosquitoes and gadflies;
- Beafar, containing diazinon, which lasts for three weeks;
- Dironet, based on praziquantel and ivermectin, is active against intestinal helminths and ectoparasites.
The selection of funds must be carried out taking into account the diagnosis, the physiological state of the animal, the presence of allergies to certain components and age. Therefore, it is better to entrust this to an experienced specialist.
Dana Ultra drops for cats
Reviews about the treatment of furry pets against fleas with this drug are mostly positive. The main thing is to choose the right dosage. Drops are sold separately for dogs and cats, and the amount of the drug in the packages is different. Therefore, you need to buy drops for cats. They are available in two versions: for small and young animals weighing up to 4 kg 0.3 ml, and for all others - 0.6 ml.
In addition, there is also a Dana Ultra collar for cats. Reviews note that it is convenient to use, it protects against infection if the pet often walks in nature. But not all cats can walk normally in a collar, so drops are still more common.
