Revolution for Cats is a an anti parasitic and effective for ear mites in cats Product Info Revolution for cats is a topical spot-on antiparasitic product for cats older than eight weeks. What This Product Cures Revolution for cats kills adult fleas and prevents hatching of flea eggs (Ctenocephalides felis), prevents heartworm infections (Dirofilaria immitis), treats and controls ear mite (Otodectes cynotis) infestations, as well as roundworm (Toxocara cati) and intestinal hookworm infections (Ancylostoma tubaeforme). Pet Symptoms Fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) are non-flying parasitic insects feeding on blood of animals and humans. Within one, day after their first meal on a new host, fleas lay large number of eggs (40 to 50 per day). Over the short period of two to three weeks, eggs complete their life cycle through four stages, developing into adults. They are visible by the naked eye, but very small and difficult to detect. Fleas are biting and chewing through the cat’s skin and causing discomfort. Animals are scratching and biting the affected areas of the skin, causing the visible irritation with redness, swelling and crusts. Heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) is a parasitic worm commonly living in the lung arteries and the heart of dogs and cats. Dirofilaria is transmitted through a mosquito bite. Once they enter the body, immature larvae go through the series of life stages, travelling from subcutaneous tissue through muscles and blood vessels to lung arteries and the right part of the heart. In heart chambers and lung arteries they achieve adult size. The entire development lasts 8 months. Infected cats usually show no symptoms until the worms have reached the heart and lung arteries. Early symptoms are coughing and exercise intolerance; gradually developing into weight loss, coughing of blood and heart failure. Ear mites (Otodectes cynotis) are living in the ear canal of dogs and cats. Their movements cause irritation of ears and excessive production of ear wax. Infested cats are shaking their head, scratching at ears, head and neck. The skin on those areas becomes red and covered with crusts. Roundworm (Toxocara cati) is a parasitic worm living in the intestines of cats. Adult animals ingest the roundworm eggs in contaminated food, water, feces or vomit. Kittens can get infected during pregnancy or by drinking milk from an infected mother. During their life cycle, roundworms can migrate through the liver and lungs and cause damages of those organs. Infected cat has swollen abdomen, is lethargic, without appetite, coughing, vomiting. Hookworm (Ancylostoma tubaeforme) is a parasitic worm living in the intestines of cats. They latch onto the intestinal wall and suck blood. The affected animals are weak, without appetite, suffering from dark stool, diarrhea and constipation. Pet Ailments
Flea bites can often lead to severe skin infections and allergic reactions. Fleas can cause anemia in young animals. They often transmit tapeworms. Heartworm causes severe health issues such as pneumonia, abnormal clotting, heart arrhythmias and congestive heart failure. Ear mite infestations usually cause mild health issues, but can cause hypersensitivity reactions with severe irritation. The scratching can lead to hematoma of the ear; skin and ear canal infections. Roundworm can cause abnormalities of the nervous system, damages of the liver and spleen. Hookworm infections can cause severe complications, such as pneumonia, anemia, protein deficiency, heart failure and ascites. Relative Info On Breeds Most Associated With This Ailments
There is no particular breed predisposition for any of parasitic infestations in cats. All cat breeds are susceptible to fleas, mites, and parasitic worms. Outdoor cats are prone to internal and/or external parasite infestations. Questions For My Vet 1. When is the best time to administer Revolution? a) For optimal protection against fleas, ear mites and parasitic worms, administer Revolution throughout the year, once a month. 2. How is Revolution administered? a) Revolution for cat is a spot-on preparation; it is administered directly on the skin in front of the shoulder blades. Part the hair to expose the skin and apply the liquid. 3. How long does Revolution provide protection against listed parasites? a) The protection Revolution provides lasts for 1 month, and then it needs to be reapplied. 4. Can I bathe my cat after Revolution administration? a) It is safe to bathe the cat as early as 2 hours after administration without reducing the effectiveness of Revolution. Shampoo can also be safely applied 2 hours after administration. However, it is not recommended to apply Revolution on wet fur. 5. Is Revolution safe for my pet? a) Revolution is generally very safe for cats and rarely causes side effects, even after ingestion. However, it is wise to seek veterinary advice if your cat is pregnant, lactating or sick before administering Revolution. 6. Are there any adverse reactions to Revolution? a) Although rare, side effects can occur, and they include vomiting, diarrhea (possibly with blood), loss of appetite, depression, tremors, rapid breathing, itching, urticaria, erythema, incoordination and fever. If you notice any of the above mentioned side effects in your cat, seek veterinary advice.
7. How early I treat kittens with Revolution? a) Revolution is safe to administer in kittens older than 6 weeks. 8. What should I discuss with the vet before administering Revolution? a) Inform the vet about your cat’s pregnancy, lactation, existing illnesses, other medications and possible allergies before administering Revolution. Before administering Revolution, cats should be tested of existing heartworm infections since Revolution is not designed to kill the adult heartworms.
How It Works The active ingredient of Revolution for cats is selamectin, a very potent parasiticide and antihelmintic. Selamectin successfully fights internal and external parasites. Applied topically selamectin absorbs into the body through the skin and hair follicles. The active ingredients travel through the sebaceous glands and enter the bloodstream. That way it is spread throughout the body, inside and out. The existing parasites are killed when they feed on animal’s blood, and the new ones are killed as soon as they come in contact with the cat’s skin and fur. The protective effect of selamectin lasts for a month against heartworm, fleas, ticks, manges and ear mites.
Directions For Use Revolution is applied directly on the skin once a month. Holding the tube upright, use the cap to puncture the seal on the tube. Part the cat’s hair at the base of the neck and empty the contents of the tube directly onto the visible skin. Don’t massage the product into the skin.
Dosage And Administrations Revolution comes in a range of strengths for cats of all sizes. There are two available sizes of Revolution single dose tubes: for cats up to 5 lbs and from 5.1 to 15 lb. The contents of each tube provide 2.7 mg/lb (6 mg/kg) body weight of selamectin. For cats over 15 lbs, an appropriate combination of tubes is used.
Ingredients The active ingredient of Revolution is selamectin. Product Cautions Revolution is for animal use only. Keep away from children. Revolution can irritate the skin and the eyes in humans. Wash hands after handling Revolution. In case of contact with eyes, flush eyes with water. In the case of human ingestion, seek medical help immediately. The product is flammable; keep away from open flame, heat, sparks or any other sources of ignition. Do not use in underweight, sick or debilitated animals. Storage And Disposal Store Revolution at the temperature below 30째C. Brand Vs. Generic Comparison There is no generic counterpart to Revolution. However, there are similar brand name products on the market. They have different active ingredients and slightly different spectrum of activity, but most of them are also useful against fleas and heartworms. Their packaging and prices may be slightly different in comparison to Revolution products.