Ectoparasites/Insecticides

Question 1

what species is amitraz (Certifect, Promeris) approved for

Answer 1

dogs only

Question 2

flea collars and dips are dangerous for cats because of what ingredient

Answer 2

permethrins

Question 3

which two flea and tick control medications require a prescription

Answer 3

Revolution
Nexgard

Question 4

how is Revolution administered

Answer 4

topical

Question 5

how is Advantage administered

Answer 5

topical

Question 6

how is Frontline administered

Answer 6

topical

Question 7

how is Certifect administered

Answer 7

topical

Question 8

how is Promeris administered

Answer 8

topical

Question 9

how is Nexgard administered

Answer 9

oral tablet

Question 10

8 month flea/tick collar

Answer 10

Seresto

Question 11

6 month flea/tick chew

Answer 11

Bravecto

Question 12

Cheristin is good for what species, for how long and via what administration

Answer 12

cats
1 month
topical

Question 13

what flea/tick prevention is made up of 2 Instant Growth Regulators

Answer 13

Frontline Gold

Question 14

what flea pill starts to work within 30 minutes and lasts for 30 days

Answer 14

Comofortis

Question 15

what flea pill starts to work within 30 minutes but only lasts 24 hours

Answer 15

Capstar

Question 16

what does IGR stand for

Answer 16

insect growth regulator

Question 17

what does IDI stand for

Answer 17

insect development inhibitors

Question 18

Fenoxycarb is in what brand name insecticide

Answer 18

Adams Plus Shampoo

Question 19

IGR and IDI do not kill what life stage of insects

Answer 19

adults

Question 20

three main drugs used for lice/mites

Answer 20

ivermectin (Heartgard, Revolution)
pyrethins
fipronil

Question 21

how is pyrethrin administered for lice/mites

Answer 21

ear drops
shampoos