ADVANTAGE FOR PUPPIES & SMALL DOGS UP TO 4 KG

Country: Australia

Language: English

Source: APVMA (Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority)

Active ingredient:

IMIDACLOPRID

Available from:

ELANCO AUSTRALASIA PTY LTD

INN (International Name):

imidacloprid(100g/L)

Pharmaceutical form:

TOPICAL SOLUTION/SUSPENSION

Composition:

IMIDACLOPRID GUANIDINE Active 100.0 g/L

Units in package:

1 x 0.4mL; 2 x 0.4mL; 4 x 0.4mL; 6 x 0.4mL

Class:

VP - Veterinary Pesticide

Manufactured by:

BAYER AUSTRALIA

Therapeutic group:

DOG - PUPPY | DOG - SMALL OR TOY | FERRETS | RABBIT | ANGORA | BUNNY | DOG - SMALL | DOG - TOY | LOP EARED

Therapeutic area:

PARASITICIDES

Therapeutic indications:

DOGBITING LOUSE | DOGSUCKING LOUSE | FLEA - CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP. | FLEA - LARVAE (CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP.) | FLEA ALLERGIC DERMATITIS

Product summary:

Poison schedule: 5; Withholding period: WHP: N/A; Host/pest details: DOG - PUPPY: [DOGBITING LOUSE, DOGSUCKING LOUSE, FLEA - CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP., FLEA - LARVAE (CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP.), FLEA ALLERGIC DERMATITIS]; DOG - SMALL OR TOY: [DOGBITING LOUSE, DOGSUCKING LOUSE, FLEA - CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP., FLEA - LARVAE (CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP.), FLEA ALLERGIC DERMATITIS]; FERRETS: [FLEA - CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP., FLEA - LARVAE (CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP.)]; RABBIT: [FLEA - CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP., FLEA - LARVAE (CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP.)]; Poison schedule: 5; Withholding period: ; Host/pest details: DOG - PUPPY: [DOGBITING LOUSE, DOGSUCKING LOUSE, FLEA - CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP., FLEA - LARVAE (CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP.), FLEA ALLERGIC DERMATITIS]; DOG - SMALL OR TOY: [DOGBITING LOUSE, DOGSUCKING LOUSE, FLEA - CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP., FLEA - LARVAE (CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP.), FLEA ALLERGIC DERMATITIS]; FERRETS: [FLEA - CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP., FLEA - LARVAE (CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP.)]; RABBIT: [FLEA - CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP., FLEA - LARVAE (CTENOCEPHALIDES SPP.)]; Fleas. Once a month topical flea and lice treatment. Stops fleas feeding in 3-5 minutes. Convenient, easy to apply.DO NOT USE in rabbits that may be consumed or processed for human consumption.

Authorization status:

Registered

Authorization date:

2023-07-01

Patient Information leaflet

Carton
front
panel
Issue Date: 9J an20
13
Version: 3
_The information above this line is not included _
_in _
_the label _
CAUTION
KEEP
OUT
OF
REACH
OF
CHILDREN
READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS
FOR
ANIMAL
TREATMENT
ONLY
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®
ADVANTAGE
For
Puppies
and
Small Dogs up to 4kg
100 giL IlYIIDACLOPRID
FLEAS
Once a month topical flea and lice treatment
•
Stops fleas feeding in 3-5 minutes
•
Convenient, easy
to
apply
[Water resistant fonnulation
_(t_
_ext in _
_pi_
_c_
_to_
_gram)] _
_[pipette} _
RLP
Approved
(1
X
0.4
mL]
(2
X
0.4
mL]
(4
X
0.4
mL]
(6
X
0.4
rnt]
_ljlea pictogram} ljlea _
la~·vae
_pictogram] [lice pictogram] _
Carton
back
panel
Issue Date: 9J an20
13
Version: 3
_The _
_information above this line _
_is _
_not included _
_in _
_the label _
®
advantage
For
Puppies
and
Small Dogs up to 4kg
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of9
For the treatment and prevention
of
fleas
_(Ctenocephalides spp) _
on dogs and puppies, rabbits and
ferrets.
Larval flea stages are killed in the surroundings
of
Advantage treated pets. Reduces the
incidence
of
Flea Allergy Dermatitis. For the control
of
lice
_(Trichodectes canis, Linognathus setosus). _
One appllcation lasts for a month on dogs
..
DIRECTIONS
FOR
USE:
RESTRAINT:
DO
NOT
USE in
rwb\:.it'5
.
that may be
lCilsum~d
or
processed for human consumption.
Read
the enclosed leaflet before using.
For
external
use only.
One applicator treats small dogs, puppies, rabbits, and ferrets up
to
4 kg bodyweight.
NOT
TO
BE
USED
FOR
ANY
PURPOSE,
OR
IN
ANY MANNER,
CONTRARY
TO
THIS
LABEL
UNLESS
AUTHORISED
UNDER
APPROPRIATE
LEGISLATION.
SAFETY
DIRECTIONS
Harmful
if
inhaled
or
swallowed. Will
irritate
the eyes. A void
contact
with
eyes. Do
not
inhale .
vapour.
If
product
in
eyes, wash
it
out
immediately with water.
Wash
hands
after
use.
FIRST
AID
If
poisoning occurs,
contact
a
doctor
or
Poisons
Information
Centre.
Phone
Australia
131126.
Disposal Dispose
of
used applicators by wrapping in paper and placing in garbage
Store below 30°C (Room Temperature)
For batch and

Summary of Product characteristics

PAGE 1 OF 9
SAFETY DATA SHEET
A18137/08/AUS
ADVANTAGE FOR DOGS AND CATS
SECTION 1 – IDENTIFICATION, CONTACTS
Bayer Australia Ltd
875 Pacific Highway
Pymble NSW 2073
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: 1800 033 111
24 hour Emergency Service Australia Wide, Toll Free
CONTACT POINT (FOR NON-EMERGENCY CALLS)
Animal Health Division PHONE: [phone]
Product Name
ADVANTAGE FOR DOGS AND CATS
Product Use
Spot-on insecticide for flea control in dogs and cats.
Other Names
Imidacloprid, benzyl alcohol
This SDS covers the following six products:

Advantage for Kittens and Small Cats up to 4kg

Advantage for Cats over 4kg

Advantage for Puppies and Small Dogs up to 4 kg

Advantage for Dogs 4-10kg

Advantage for Dogs 10-25kg

Advantage for Dogs over 25kg
Creation Date
25 June 2003
Revision Date
23 November 2015 (SDS is current for 5 years from this date)
A18137/08/AUS ADVANTAGE FOR DOGS & CATS
PAGE 2 OF 9
SECTION 2 – HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Classification
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE
NOT CLASSIFIED AS DANGEROUS GOODS when transported by
road or rail within Australia under Special Provision AU01 of the
Australian Dangerous Goods Code, 7th Edition.
CLASSIFIED AS DANGEROUS GOODS when transported by sea or
air.
GHS-Classification
ACUTE TOXICITY, ORAL, CATEGORY 4 (H302)
ACUTE TOXICITY, INHALATION, CATEGORY 4 (H332)
EYE IRRITATION, CATEGORY 2 (H319)
HAZARDOUS TO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT, CATEGORY 1 (H400)
HAZARDOUS TO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT, CATEGORY 1 (H410)
Signal Word
WARNING
Hazard Statements
H302 + H332 HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR IF INHALED
H319 CAUSES SERIOUS EYE IRRITATION.
Precautionary
statements
PREVENTION:
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
RESPONSE:
P312 Call Poisons Information 131 126 or doctor/ physician if you feel
unwell.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P391 Collect spillage.
A18137/08/AUS ADVANTAGE FOR DOGS & CATS
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SECTION 3 – COMPOSIT

Safety Data Sheet

DIRECTIONS FOR USE
RESTRAINT:
DO NOT USE IN RABBITS THAT MAY BE CONSUMED OR PROCESSED FOR
HUMAN CONSUMPTION
FOR EXTERNAL APPLICATION ONLY
DOSAGE
For very large dogs over 50 kg, apply 2 tubes of ADVANTAGE
®
for Dogs
over 25 kg (blue) using one tube between the shoulder blades and one
tube on the midline of the back between the hips.
1.
Remove required tube(s) from the package.
2.
Hold tube upright and pull off the cap.
3.
Reverse the cap and push cap back on tube.
4.
Twist cap to break seal, then remove cap from tube.
5.
Site of Application
6.
The animal should be standing for easy application. Remove any collar
prior to application and replace when product is dry. Part the hair
until
the skin is visible. Place the tip of the tube on the skin and squeeze
the
tube firmly TWICE to APPLY THE SOLUTION DIRECTLY ON THE SKIN. Avoid
pet’s
eyes or mouth. If licked by cats, signs of distaste may be observed
due
to the bitter taste.
7.
Record treatment date and repeat monthly or as required. ADVANTAGE
®
remains
efficacious
following
shampoo
treatment,
swimming
or
exposure to rain. Avoid applying the product while the animal is wet.
If
washing animal during use of this product use a soap free shampoo.
8.
Occasionally, hair loss may occur at the application site. This is
usually
a single occurrence and hair will grow back uneventfully.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
ADVANTAGE
®
has
been
shown
to
kill
adult
and
larval
fleas
within
20
minutes
of
contact
by
absorption
via
the
flea
intersegmental
membranes. Stops fleas from feeding in 3–5 minutes. Fleas are not
required to bite the animal to receive a lethal dose.
The
successive
feeding
activity
of
fleas
on
pets
may
elicit
a
hypersensitivity skin disorder known as flea allergy dermatitis (FAD).
Treatment of pets with ADVANTAGE
®
rapidly kills fleas and reduces the
incidence of this condition.
ADVANTAGE
®
is safe for use on pregnant and lactating animals.
It is not necessary to treat unweaned puppies and kittens as treatment
of the mother protects the litter while in contact. Treat