{"product_id":"traitement-anti-puce-oral-pour-petits-chiens-et-chats","title":"Oral flea treatment for small dogs and cats","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#d1ecf1; border-left:4px solid #0c5460; padding:14px; margin:1em 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Capstar is an emergency treatment, not a monthly preventative.\u003c\/strong\u003e It works in 30 minutes to eliminate active fleas, but offers \u003cstrong\u003eno protection against future infestations\u003c\/strong\u003e. For continuous protection, combine it with a monthly topical treatment like Advantage II or K9 Advantix II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is this product for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapstar is a \u003cstrong\u003efast-acting oral\u003c\/strong\u003e flea treatment for \u003cstrong\u003edogs, cats, puppies, and kittens\u003c\/strong\u003e aged 4 weeks and older, weighing between 1 and 11 kg (2 to 25 lbs). It is particularly suitable in the following situations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiscovery of an active infestation\u003c\/strong\u003e — you see fleas on your pet and want to eliminate them immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdopted or rescued animal\u003c\/strong\u003e — to treat quickly before introducing them home\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn from daycare, boarding, or shows\u003c\/strong\u003e — to avoid introducing fleas into the home\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBefore a car trip\u003c\/strong\u003e — to avoid infesting your vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial knock-down\u003c\/strong\u003e at the beginning of a monthly topical treatment program — accelerates the elimination of existing fleas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet that doesn't tolerate topical products\u003c\/strong\u003e — oral alternative for sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-fast action:\u003c\/strong\u003e starts killing fleas in \u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates 99% of adult fleas\u003c\/strong\u003e in 4 hours (dogs) or 6 hours (cats)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient oral format\u003c\/strong\u003e — no risk of licking between animals, no drying time required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe\u003c\/strong\u003e for dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens 4 weeks and older\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan be given daily\u003c\/strong\u003e until the infestation is completely resolved\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with monthly topical treatments\u003c\/strong\u003e — does not replace, complements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eActive ingredient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitenpyram 11.4 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e per tablet — a neuro-active insecticide that paralyzes and kills adult fleas by ingestion (when the flea bites the treated animal, it is killed quickly)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMechanism of action\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapstar works \u003cstrong\u003efrom the inside out\u003c\/strong\u003e. Once administered orally, nitenpyram is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream. When a flea bites your treated animal, it ingests the active product and dies within a few hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike monthly topical treatments, Capstar has \u003cstrong\u003eno residual effect\u003c\/strong\u003e — it is eliminated from the body within 24-48 hours. This means it does not protect against fleas that arrive the next day. For continuous protection, it must be combined with a monthly topical treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections for use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdminister the tablet directly into your pet's mouth, OR hidden in a small amount of palatable food\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure the animal swallows the entire tablet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe animal begins to scratch intensely for 20 to 60 minutes after administration — this is \u003cstrong\u003enormal and expected\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is the fleas reacting as they die\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf necessary, can be repeated \u003cstrong\u003eonce daily\u003c\/strong\u003e until the infestation is resolved\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor long-term protection, immediately start a monthly topical treatment (Advantage II, K9 Advantix II, or equivalent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Important — why Capstar alone is not enough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#fff3cd; border-left:4px solid #ffc107; padding:12px; margin:1em 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003eTo understand why Capstar is not enough to eliminate a long-term infestation, you need to know \u003cstrong\u003ethe flea life cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOnly \u003cstrong\u003e5% of the flea population\u003c\/strong\u003e in your environment is in adult form (on your pet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eremaining 95%\u003c\/strong\u003e are eggs, larvae, and pupae hidden in carpets, floors, bedding, and furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCapstar kills the adult 5% in a few hours, but \u003cstrong\u003ethe 95% will continue to hatch for several weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWithout monthly preventative treatment or environmental cleaning, the infestation will return\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capstar + monthly topical treatment + wash all bedding in hot water + intensive vacuuming of the entire house (then discard the bag).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant precautions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor dogs and cats 4 weeks and older\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighing 1 to 11 kg (2 to 25 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor animals over 11 kg, ask for the Capstar version for large dogs (57 mg of nitenpyram)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntense scratching after administration is normal\u003c\/strong\u003e — it is the fleas dying, not an allergic reaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsult your veterinarian before use if your pet is pregnant, nursing, ill, or on medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn case of unusual adverse reaction (vomiting, marked lethargy, prolonged loss of appetite), consult a veterinarian\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCapstar does not protect against \u003cstrong\u003eticks, lice, mosquitoes, or other parasites\u003c\/strong\u003e — only fleas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 fast-acting tablets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for 6 sporadic uses or for an intensive 6-day consecutive treatment in case of severe infestation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCombine with a monthly preventative treatment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor optimal protection against fleas, combine Capstar with a monthly topical treatment suitable for your pet:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/advantage-ii-traitement-topique-mensuel-contre-les-puces-pour-chats2-doses\"\u003eAdvantage II for cats\u003c\/a\u003e — monthly flea protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/advantage-ii-protection-contre-les-puces-et-poux-pour-chiens-4-doses\"\u003eAdvantage II for dogs\u003c\/a\u003e — monthly flea and lice protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/k9-advantix-ii-protection-contre-les-puces-et-les-tiques-4-doses\"\u003eK9 Advantix II for dogs\u003c\/a\u003e — complete protection against fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, and lice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore at room temperature, in its original packaging. Keep out of reach of children and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e The information provided on this page is for informational purposes only and does not replace the advice of a veterinarian. If the infestation persists or if your pet shows signs of illness, consult your veterinarian.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elanco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44722931695810,"sku":"D830-67500","price":52.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0466\/1777\/files\/capstar-traitement-anti-puce-oral-pour-petits-chiens-et-chats-40698350043330.jpg?v=1726554018","url":"https:\/\/sherbrookecanin.com\/en\/products\/oral-flea-treatment-for-small-dogs-and-cats","provider":"Sherbrooke Canin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}