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Pet Medication Home -> Advantix K9 Protection Against Lyme Disease
Advantix K9 - Protection
against West Nile Virus and Lyme Disease
Tick product for dogs set to take global veterinary market by
storm
Bayer HealthCare's Animal Health Division has launched a veterinary
product to combat ticks, fleas and mosquitoes. K9
Advantix® - the name of the drug - eliminates the vectors
that transmit Lyme disease and West Nile virus, two diseases that
represent a danger to humans too. Following a record development
time of just three years and recent regulatory approval in the USA,
the product is scheduled for submission to the authorities in countries
worldwide in the next few years.
Members of the international scientific community and research
scientists from Bayer presented the new product to more than 10,000
experts and veterinarians attending the North American Veterinary
Conference in Orlando, Florida. The company expects the flea and
tick treatment for dogs to become one of the most successful products
in the veterinary market.
West Nile virus is endemic in certain regions of the USA and is
threatening to spread to Europe. Lyme disease is a serious bacterial
infection which is common both in the USA and in Europe.
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9 out of 10 happy dogs choose Advantix
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Advantix K9 Flea Killer
Plus
What the vet says about Advantix K9
"New Advantix kills 99% of fleas on dogs within 12 hours
and continues protection for at least 4 weeks. Repels and kills
a majority of ticks and mosquitoes. This is the Ultimate protection
for your dog! "
What is AdvantixK9 product used for?
Advantix K9 is for use on dogs and puppies 7 weeks of age
and older only. It is used for the topical prevention and treatment
of fleas, mosquitoes and ticks including deer ticks (the major carrier
of Lyme disease), American dog ticks, Brown dog ticks and lone star
ticks. 
Availability
Advantix K9 is a non-prescription (OTC) product.
How Advantix K9 should be used
For use only on dogs. Do not use on cats or on other animals. Part
the hair on the dog’s back, between the shoulder blades, until
the skin is visible. For dogs up to 20 lbs, apply the entire contents
of the tube to this one spot. For dogs 21 lbs and over, apply the
contents of the applicator tube to the skin at 3 or 4 spots on the
top of the back from the shoulder to the base of the tail.
What are the side effects?
Individual sensitivities, while rare, may occur after using any
pesticide product for pets. If signs persist, or become more severe,
consult a veterinarian immediately.
What special precautions are there?
This product is for external use only on dogs and puppies 7 weeks
or older. Consult a veterinarian before using on medicated animals
and debilitated, aged, pregnant or nursing animals. Do not use this
product on animals other than dogs. This product is harmful to humans
if swallowed. Call a physician or poison control center for advice.
Have patient sip water. Do not induce vomiting unless advised to
and the patient is conscious. This product can cause eye irritation.
Flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation
persists. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly
with soap and water after handling.
How should I store this product
Store this product in a cool, dry place. Do not refrigerate. Store
in original container only. Do not reuse original container. If
the container is empty place in trash or offer for recycling if
available. If the container is partially filled, call for disposal
instructions. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor
drain.
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