Does revolution really work on cats?

Does revolution really work on cats?

Revolution works for pets of all sizes Revolution is extremely effective in keeping cats safe from adult fleas, flea eggs, flea larvae, as well as heartworm, intestinal worms and other nasties.

How long does it take for revolution to work on my cat?

How fast does Revolution Plus work? Fleas – Revolution Plus starts killing fleas within 6 hours of application and will have the cat nearly 100% flea free within 24 hours. The cat will be protected for 5 weeks from fleas.

What are the side effects of Revolution for cats?

Do not use REVOLUTION on sick, weak, or underweight cats. Use only on cats 8 weeks and older. Side effects may include digestive upset and temporary hair loss at application site with possible inflammation. In people, REVOLUTION may be irritating to skin and eyes.

Can cats still get fleas with revolution?

You may occasionally see a few fleas on dogs or cats treated with Revolution but more than 98% of adult fleas are killed within 36 hours. Immature stages of the flea called pupae may be present in your pets’ environment (yard, flooring, carpet, bedding, etc.).

Why do you need a prescription for revolution for cats?

Why has my veterinarian prescribed Revolution? Revolution has been prescribed by your veterinarian to treat, prevent and/or control the following parasites in your dog or cat: Dog Parasites: Control and prevention of flea infestation (Ctenocephalides felis)

Do indoor cats need revolution?

The current recommendation from AHS and CAPC is for cats to take simple anti-vector illness medicine every month. Revolution is a topical parasite preventative that protects cats from parasites and fleas, and also kills flea eggs and nits.

Why does my cat still have fleas after revolution?

Most flea treatments just kill adult fleas, but fleas can continue to emerge for months after you think an infestation has ended. When a newly emerged female flea finds a host, she can lay eggs within one day. Regular treatment is the key to keeping fleas at bay, but bathing your pet does nothing to prevent fleas.

Do cats feel unwell after flea treatment?

For toxicity, most flea collars only cause stomach upset such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea if ingested. However, collars containing Deltamethrin can also cause neurologic symptoms such as ataxia, hind limb weakness, tremors or hyperthermia.

Can I touch my cat after applying Revolution?

When can I play with my pet following treatment with Revolution? You should avoid contact with application site when wet. You may hold or play with your pet any time after the area on which Revolution was applied is dry.

Why do I still see fleas after using Revolution?

However, an environmental infestation of fleas may persist for a short time after beginning treatment with Revolution because of the emergence of adult fleas from pupae.

Why won’t my cats fleas go away?

Not treating often enough Fleas go through a life cycle of egg, larvae, pupae and adult. Most flea treatments just kill adult fleas, but fleas can continue to emerge for months after you think an infestation has ended. When a newly emerged female flea finds a host, she can lay eggs within one day.

Does Revolution make cats sleepy?

What are the side effects of Revolution Plus for cats? The most commonly reported side effects in clinical trials were temporary loss of appetite and drowsiness. No side effects were noted when Revolution Plus was used along with commonly prescribed veterinary products.

Can I get REVOLUTION PLUS without vet prescription?

Revolution Plus requires a prescription from your veterinarian.

Do I need a prescription for revolution for cats?

So, where to buy Revolution for cats? Because its’s a UTC (under-the-counter) medication you must have a prescription from a veterinarian in order to purchase it from a pharmacy that’s able to dispense pet medications. This is the same for other flea medications like Frontline Plus and Advantage.

Is revolution prescription only?

Revolution is by prescription only. Just a few drops of Revolution on your dog’s shoulders can kill both internal and external parasites. However, the parasiticide is only available for use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian, according to the Revolution company website.