Directions for Frontline Flea Med for Cats

Frontline for Cats is a product that is used on domestic cats to kill fleas, ticks and lice. Its active ingredient is an insecticide called fipronil, which your cat's body stores in the oil glands after application. It is then distributed through the skin and hair to kill the parasites that try to make their home on the cat's body. Frontline is approved for cats 8 weeks of age and older and should be applied to your cat's skin once a month to keep your pet safe from disease-spreading pests.

Instructions

1

Purchase a supply of Frontline for Cats from your veterinarian or an online pet medication retailer. To purchase the medication from most online stores, you will need to have a prescription from your veterinarian. Frontline is sold in packages of 3, 6 or 12 doses.

2

Wait for a time when your cat is calm and happy. Attempting to apply any medication to a cat when it is already on edge will likely result in unnecessary difficulty, and you may end up being scratched or bitten.

3

Remove one Frontline applicator from its outer packaging by cutting one end of the package with scissors and peeling back the foil. Hold the applicator with the thinner end facing upward and snap back the tip to open it.

4

Sit beside your cat and stroke its fur to put it at ease. If your cat is very jumpy, you may need another person to assist you in holding the cat, so it will not try to run away. Gently separate some of the hair between the cat's shoulder blades and place the open applicator tip directly onto the skin. Squeeze the applicator until it has been entirely emptied of its contents.

5

Throw away the used applicator and avoid touching the area where the Frontline was applied until it is dry. If you do accidentally get some Frontline on your hands, wash them immediately.