Is Comfortis for cats and dogs the same?

Comfortis is for both dogs and cats. It’s approved for use in cats 14 weeks of age or older and 4.1 pounds of body weight or greater.

Is Comfortis still available?

Comfortis is available in a Pink box for dogs 5 to 10 lbs and cats 4.1-6 lbs (140 mg), Orange box for dogs 10.1 to 20 lbs and cats 6.1-12 lbs (270 mg), Green box for dogs 20.1 to 40 lbs and cats 12.1-24 (560 mg), Blue box for dogs 40.1 to 60 lbs (810 mg), and Brown box for dogs 60.1 to 120 lbs (1620 mg).

Is Comfortis the best flea treatment?

Our top choice for an oral flea control product for cats, Comfortis Chewable Tablets, is fast-acting and good for cats that can’t tolerate topical flea preventives. Its active ingredient, spinosad, starts to work within 30 minutes and kills 98% of adult fleas on cats within four hours.

Is Capstar the same as Comfortis?

Capstar is available without a prescription, while Comfortis is available only with a prescription from a veterinarian. Comfortis contains the active ingredient of Spinosad, and Capstar uses Nitenpyram. Finally, Capstar is safe to administer as frequently as once daily, and Comfortis is a once-monthly treatment.

What is comparable to Comfortis?

Both Nexgard and Comfortis are specifically designed to eliminate Fleas. However, Nexgard uses Afoxoflaner and kills 100% of fleas and ticks in 24 hours.

What are the side effects of Comfortis?

See the Comfortis label for complete safety information. For dogs: The most common adverse reaction reported is vomiting. Other adverse reactions reported in decreasing order of frequency are: depression/lethargy, decreased appetite, incoordination, diarrhea, itching, trembling, excessive salivation and seizures.

Is Capstar or Comfortis better?

If you just want to find an as-needed treatment option, Capstar is a great way to eradicate flea infestations safely and quickly without the need for ongoing administration. However, if your pet is susceptible to re-infestation, Comfortis might be a great way to maintain protection.

Can you get Comfortis without a vet prescription?

Visit Your Veterinarian for a Comfortis Prescription Comfortis® (spinosad) requires a prescription from your veterinarian, who is your best source of advice about your pet’s health care. Talk to your veterinarian about how Comfortis can provide your dog or cat with fast, effective and convenient flea treatment.

What is comparable to Comfortis for cats?

First of all, both Comfortis and Capstar are oral flea treatments. They both come in the form of a convenient, chewable tablet. Each of these medications work rapidly (Comfortis starts killing fleas within 30 minutes, and Capstar kills 90% of fleas within 4 hours).