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K9 Advantix® II for Dogs
Broad-spectrum flea, tick, and mosquito protection
Fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, lice, biting flies
Topical
imidacloprid, permethrin and pyriproxyfen
Description
K9 Advantix® II is a convenient monthly topical application that kills and repels fleas, ticks and mosquitoes, kills lice and repels biting flies. It’s specifically formulated for dogs with imidacloprid, permethrin and pyriproxyfen for broad-spectrum protection against these ectoparasites that can transmit diseases to your patients. And because it kills through contact, there’s no biting required.
Do not use K9 Advantix® II on cats.
Concerns
- Ticks
- Fleas
- Mosquitoes
- Biting flies
- Lice
- Flea eggs
- Flea larvae
- Flea pupae
- Flea allergy dermatitis
FAQs
What are the active ingredients in K9 Advantix® II?
The active ingredients are 8.8% imidacloprid, 44% permethrin and 0.44% pyriproxyfen.
What are the dosage and frequency guidelines for K9 Advantix® II?
K9 Advantix® II is available in four sizes: Small Dog, Medium Dog, Large Dog and Extra-large Dog. Monthly treatments are required for optimal control and prevention of fleas and ticks.
For dogs over 55 lbs., do not apply more than one tube per treatment. Do not use on puppies under 7 weeks of age or weighing less than 4 lbs.
What are the packaging specifications for K9 Advantix® II?
K9 Advantix® II Small Dog
1 sleeve of 6 4-packs (0.4 mL tubes)
1 sleeve of 6 6-packs (0.4 mL tubes)
K9 Advantix® II Medium Dog
1 sleeve of 6 4-packs (1.0 mL tubes)
1 sleeve of 6 6-packs (1.0 mL tubes)
K9 Advantix® II Large Dog
1 sleeve of 6 4-packs (2.5 mL tubes)
1 sleeve of 6 6-packs (2.5 mL tubes)
K9 Advantix® II Extra Large Dog
1 sleeve of 6 4-packs (4.0 mL tubes)
1 sleeve of 6 6-packs (4.0 mL tubes)
How is K9 Advantix® II different from K9 Advantix®?
K9 Advantix® II includes an insect growth regulator (IGR) for a broader range of flea protection. In addition to killing adult fleas, it also kills flea eggs and flea larvae.
How long does it take for K9 Advantix® II to work on fleas?
K9 Advantix® II kills fleas on dogs within 12 hours of application. It kills re-infesting fleas from the surroundings within 2 hours and protects against further reinfestation for at least four weeks.
Can K9 Advantix® II be applied more than once per month?
A single application of K9 Advantix® II remains effective for four weeks. However, if the dog has a severe infestation, re-treatment within a month may be necessary; dogs should not be re-treated more than once every seven days. After flea control is attained, return to a monthly treatment schedule.
Charts & Tables
Compare K9 Advantix® II to Frontline® Plus as well as other brands.
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| KILLS FLEAS & TICKS |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
| REPELS FLEAS & TICKS |
✓ |
X |
X |
X |
X |
| KILLS MOSQUITOES |
✓ |
X |
X |
X |
X |
| REPELS MOSQUITOES |
✓ |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Based on label claims.
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Why should I prescribe K9 Advantix® II for my patients over other brands?
| Vectra 3D® weight bands and monthly application volumes |
Comparative K9 Advantix® II monthly application volumes
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| Dog Weight | Vectra 3D® | K9 Advantix® II |
| Over 95 lbs | 8.0 mL tube | 4.0 mL tube |
| 56-95 lbs | 4.7 mL tube | 4.0 mL tube |
| 21-55 lbs | 3.6 mL tube | 2.5 mL tube |
| 2.5-20 lbs | 1.6 mL tube | 0.4-1.0 mL tube |
