Speak to your veterinarian about this first if your flea medicine is not working. One Frontline alternative is to switch to another topical product. Another alternative is to supplement the topical product with another product that works internally, such as Capstar.
Is advantage better than frontline?
Advantage II kills fleas, but it does not kill ticks. Frontline Plus kills both fleas and ticks, and kills and repels Mosquitos. ... For a very heavy flea presence, Frontline is the best choice out of the two.Nov 23, 2021
Can I apply advantage after frontline?
Frontline products should not be used in conjunction with Advantage or Advantix products. Your pet shouldn't receive a flea bath if they have recently been introduced to another flea or tick treatment (for example, if your pet was treated with a spot on in the past month).Sep 19, 2021
What can I use if frontline doesn't work?
Speak to your veterinarian about this first if your flea medicine is not working. One Frontline alternative is to switch to another topical product. Another alternative is to supplement the topical product with another product that works internally, such as Capstar.
Why am I still seeing fleas after applying Frontline?
A. The active ingredient in FRONTLINE (fipronil) kills fleas by affecting their nervous system, making them hyperactive before dying. These dying fleas often rise to the top of your pet's haircoat, so the presence of visible fleas after treating your pet, is a sign that the product is working.
What do you do if frontline doesn't work?
Speak to your veterinarian about this first if your flea medicine is not working. One Frontline alternative is to switch to another topical product. Another alternative is to supplement the topical product with another product that works internally, such as Capstar.
What do you do if flea medicine doesn't work?
Instead, call your veterinarian for their advice on what to do next. It's likely there will need to be a waiting period (of a few days or weeks) before you can apply the next flea treatment, depending on what you've already used. However, in some cases, a new and more effective flea treatment can be safely prescribed.Nov 16, 2021
Can you apply advantage after frontline?
Frontline products should not be used in conjunction with Advantage or Advantix products. Your pet shouldn't receive a flea bath if they have recently been introduced to another flea or tick treatment (for example, if your pet was treated with a spot on in the past month).Sep 19, 2021