What is Program Oral Suspension?
Program Oral Suspension is a monthly preventative that controls fleas in cats by inhibiting/preventing the development of flea eggs, but which does not kill adult fleas. Program is 100% safe and effective in preventing and controlling flea populations and is usable with other flea preventatives. For a complete flea management program, most customers also purchase Capstar (sold separately) to kill adult fleas.
For: Cats (6 weeks of age or older)
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Program is safe and effective in preventing and controlling flea populations |
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Can be used with Capstar to kill adult fleas |
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Only needs to be given once a month |
How it works:
Lufenuron, the active ingredient in Program Suspension is an insect development inhibitor that prevents the development of immature stages of the flea, and also controls flea populations.
Cautions:
The possible adverse reactions that have been reported include vomiting, depression/lethargy, itching, hives, diarrhea, loss of appetite and skin congestion (red skin).
More Information:
Brand Name Program Oral Suspension (Novartis)
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What is this product used for:
ProgramSuspensionis available in strengths for oral administration to cats and
kittens 6 weeks of age and older according to their weight. This product is a once a month
liquid for cats that is used to prevent and control flea populations. This product does
not kill adult fleas rather it controls flea populations by preventing the development of flea
eggs.
Availability: ProgramSuspension is a
non-prescription (OTC) product.
How this product should be used: Program Suspension is
administered once a month, preferably on the same day each month.Program Suspension is
available in packages for cats up to 10 lbs 135mg) and for cats 11-20 lbs (270mg). Program
Suspension is administered by mixing the correct dose into 2 tablespoonfuls of food.
What are the side effects: Adverse reactions which
have been reported include vomiting, depression/lethargy, itching, hives, diarrhea, loss of
appetite and skin congestion (red skin).
What special precautions are there: Program must be
given monthly. In geographical areas where flea infestations are seasonal, the treatment
schedule should begin several weeks prior to the expected onset of flea infestations.
Treatments should continue until the end of the flea season. Consult your veterinarian. Give
this product with or immediately after a meal.
In the even of overdose: Contact your veterinarian or
veterinary emergency room.
How should I store this product: Store this product at
room temperature between 59 degrees and 86 degrees F. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
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Directions:
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Program Liquid is given once a month. |
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Program Liquid is available in boxes containing individual dose packs in strengths for cats
only. |
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Program Liquid is given by mixing the contents of the correct dose pack with 2
tablespoonfuls of food which is then eaten by the cat. |
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Watch pet closely following dosing to be sure the entire dose has been eaten. If it is not
completely eaten, give one more full recommended dose as soon as possible. |
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Tip: In multiple cat households each cat should be treated with Program
Liquid separately to make sure each cat is properly dosed.
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| Dosage: |
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Weight |
Dosage |
Cats/kittens: (6 weeks of age and older)
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Under 10 lbs |
Give contents of 1 pack mixed with 2 tablespoonfuls of food once a month
(Orange Box) |
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11-20 lbs |
Give contents of 1 pack mixed with 2 tablespoonfuls of food once a month
(Green Box) |
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Over 20 lbs |
Give the appropriate combination of packs |
| Dogs: |
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| Horses: |
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| Storage: Should be stored at room temperature. |
| Program Liquid Orange for Cats 1-10 lbs: |
| Active Ingredients |
Amount |
| Lufenuron |
135 mg |