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What is Advantage Cats over 10 lbs (Purple)?
Advantage for Cats Purple is a fast-acting spot-on formula developed to protect cats from the most common external parasites. It kills fleas on cats and stops reinfesting fleas from biting your felines within minutes of application, while killing them shortly after they come into contact with the cat. This topical treatment also helps break the flea cycle by killing flea larvae in the surroundings of a treated cat, which reduces the risk of subsequent infestations.
Advantage for cats is suitable for kittens from birth and pregnant and lactating cats, protecting at various life stages. It offers immediate relief by killing fleas on contact, saving your felines from painful bites. The treatment comes in a topical tube applicator for simple and hassle-free administration.
Recommended For:
Advantage for Cats Purple is recommended for cats from birth, weighing over 10 lbs.
Active Ingredient
Imidacloprid 100 g/L
Advantage For Cats Indications
- Kills adult fleas and helps treat and prevent fleas on cats.
- Kills the larval fleas in the surroundings of treated cats.
- Helps reduce the incidence of flea allergy dermatitis.
- Weigh your cat for the correct dosage.
- Remove the applicator from the pack.
- Pull the applicator cap, holding it upright. Reverse the cap and push it back on the applicator.
- Break the seal by twisting the cap and remove it from the applicator.
- Place your cat in a comfortable standing position for easy application.
- If your cat is wearing any collar, remove it before application and place it back on the cat once the treatment is dry.
- Part your cat's hair at its back between the shoulder blades until the skin is visible.
- Place the applicator tip on the cat's skin and squeeze it twice to apply the entire contents on its skin.
- Keep it away from the cat's eyes and mouth while applying the treatment.
- Do not apply the treatment when the coat is wet.
- When washing the animal during treatment, use a soap-free shampoo.
- For flea control, treat all the cats in the same environment.
- The treatment of the mother cat protects the litter while in contact; it is not necessary to treat unweaned kittens. Treat the mother cat until weaning and then treat individual kittens.
- Advantage for cats may be used at the same time as treatment for worms and with heartworm preventives.
- If re-treatment is needed before four weeks, do not use more than once a week.
The table below displays the available packs of Advantage based on the cat’s weight.
| Cat Size | Cat Weight | Pack Color | Volume | Imidacloprid | Doses Administered |
| Kittens & Small Cats | Up to 10 lbs | Orange | 0.4 ml | 100 g/L | One |
| Cats | Over 10 lbs | Purple | 0.8 ml | 100 g/L | One |
For Cats:
Advantage for cats can be used in pregnant and lactating cats. When applying, avoid contact with the cat's eyes or mouth. According to the product label, it is not necessary to treat unweaned kittens. You should treat the mother until weaning, then treat individual kittens. Advantage may cause discoloration to certain surfaces. Until the application is dry, avoid the cat's contact with such surfaces after treatment. Do not allow cats to ingest the product.
Avoid applying it when the coat is wet. If you are washing the cat during treatment, use a soap-free shampoo. Treat all the cats in the same environment to achieve complete flea control.
For Humans:
Keep it out of reach of children and uninformed people. Wash your hands thoroughly after handling the product.
Are there Any Specific Storage Instructions for Advantage?
Store below 30°C, at room temperature.
What are the Key Benefits of Advantage for Cats?
- Comprehensive flea protection: Kills adult fleas on cats and larval fleas in the cat's surroundings.
- Protects from painful bites: Kills fleas on contact without the need for them to bite.
- Quick flea control: Helps stop reinfesting fleas from biting within minutes after application.
- Breaks the life cycle: Kills flea larvae in the surroundings of a treated cat.
- Suitable from a young age: Can be used in kittens from birth or weaning as needed.
- Water-resistant: Remains effective even after swimming, shampoo or rain exposure.
- Long-lasting: A single application lasts for one month.
Can I use Advantage on my youngest cat?
When used as directed, Advantage topical is suitable for kittens and cats from birth or weaning as required.
How quickly does this flea treatment work?
This topical flea treatment helps stop reinfesting fleas from biting within minutes of application and helps control fleas when used as directed on the label.
How does Advantage for Cats work?
Advantage for Cats contains Imidacloprid. After applying topically to the cat's skin, the active ingredient is spread throughout the lipid layer of the cat's skin and coat. Imidacloprid works on the nervous system of fleas, causing paralysis and death. The treatment also stops reinfesting fleas from biting shortly after application. It breaks the flea life cycle by killing flea larvae in the environment of a treated cat.
How frequently should I treat my cat with this flea treatment?
This flea treatment should be applied once every month.
Can I bathe my cat after applying this flea treatment?
For effective flea control, you should bathe your cat with a soap-free shampoo before applying this treatment and apply it after the cat is completely dry. Also, you should bathe your cat no more frequently than every two weeks.
Shall I treat my indoor cat too for fleas with Advantage?
All cats, both indoor and outdoor, are susceptible to flea infestations. Therefore, you should treat your indoor pets for fleas.
Is Advantage safe for a pregnant cat?
According to the product label, this flea treatment is safe for pregnant and lactating cats.
Can I use this topical flea treatment alongside other treatments?
It is recommended that you consult a veterinarian before using this treatment concurrently.




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