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Frontline - Used for Lice and Mites in Chickens

Written by Ben Rolfe   
Wednesday, 24 June 2009 19:02
frontlineFrontline comes in a spray or droplet (spot on) applicator. It is a commonly recommended for flea and tick control in cats and dogs by vets. Frontline is not licensed for use with Poultry in UK although some vets do prescribe it.

Frontline acts by direct contact with parasites, not via the bloodstream as many people will tell you. It comes in contact with the lice through a process called translocation where it gets into the oil glands and hair of your pet. Fleas that come into contact with the pet's hair become affected and die within 18-24 hours. People that have used Frontline on chickens generally use the Spot On product and place drops on the back of the neck and under each wing but the advice of your vet should always be followed.

MedicAnimal-Frontline-BannerFrontline Spray and Spot On.

  • Used to treat Ectoparasites: Lice and mites. Remember Red Mite live in the house, not on the bird so will require alternative treatment.
  • Dosage: Follow the instructions given by your vet.
  • Active Ingredient - Spray: Fipronil 25%, Spot On: Fipronil 10%
  • Egg Withdrawal period: As advised by your Vet
  • Slaughtering for meat for human consumption: As advised by Vet
  • Length of Treatment: 1 treatment, effective in 24 hours.
  • Category: Spray - POM-V, Spot On - NFA-VPS
  • Storage: In original packing below 25ºC and out of reach of children.

The advice given here is that of the authors and should not be considered as professional advice. Where there is conflicting information, you should always follow the advice of your vet.



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