The preparation "Stronghold" (for dogs) is an insect-acaricidal agent effective against various parasites. These drops, developed by Pfizer, guarantee not only the achievement of the desired result, but also a high level of reliability and safety for the animal, confirmed by numerous studies. The regular use of the Stronghold antiparasitic agent for dogs of various sizes, including for puppies (as well as preparations for cats and kittens), provides a very effective and quick extermination of many different external parasites - lice, fleas and ticks.
Composition and mechanism of action
As a main active element in the composition of these insect-acaricidal drops is a substance such as selamectin, which covers a wide range of beneficial effects. The basis of its action is the blocking of neural signals, which leads to paralysis and subsequent death of the parasite. This process is ensured due to binding to receptors located in the muscle and nervous tissues of insects, and obstacles to the electrical activity of their cells. From other anti-parasitic preparations, Stronghold drops (for dogs) are primarily distinguished by the fact that they destroy both larvae and adult individuals with an almost 100% guarantee within thirty days after use. Moreover, the effect of their use lasts for a month, after which the procedure is recommended to be repeated.
The main indications for use
Veterinarians generally recommend using Stronghold antiparasitic drops (for dogs, as well as similar preparations for cats) for the treatment of diseases such as, for example, toxocariasis, otodectosis, sarcoptosis or hookworm infection. In addition, quite often they are prescribed for dirofilariasis and repeated invasion. It is also an indispensable tool in the fight against fleas.
Features of the use of the drug
The use of Stronghol for dogs (and cats) should only be done externally, by application to dry, cleaned skin of the animal. It is recommended to spread the coat and, avoiding direct contact with the product, squeeze a small amount of the contents of the pipette into the selected area. Use drops "Stronghold" (for dogs) from ticks and other insects should be used once, choosing the optimal dosage of the drug depending on the weight of the animal. It is especially necessary to emphasize that veterinarians categorically forbid performing any massage procedures at the place of application of this antiparasitic agent.
The list of contraindications to the tool
The use of the Stronghol insect-acaricidal preparation is strictly not recommended for the treatment of puppies and kittens, whose age is less than one and a half months. In addition, after applying these drops for the first two hours, it is forbidden to let small children into animals that have undergone the treatment procedure. Also, at the indicated time, specialists in the field of veterinary medicine do not recommend petting or bathing.