Oral tablet for flea control in dogs
Description and Composition
Oral tablets of 4 strengths are available:
- PROGRAM 23.1mg TAL, a tablet containing 23.1 mg of lufenuron.
- PROGRAM 67.8mg TAL, a tablet containing 67.8 mg of lufenuron.
- PROGRAM 204.9mg TAL, a tablet containing 204.9mg of lufenuron.
- PROGRAM 409.8mg TAL, tablet containing 409.8 mg of lufenuron.
PropertiesLufenuron, the active ingredient of PROGRAM, is an insect development inhibitor
(IDI) belonging to the group of benzoyl-phenyl-ureas (BPUs). Like all BPU's,
lufenuron acts as a chitin synthesis inhibitor. Female fleas feeding on treated
animals will produce eggs out of which no larvae will hatch. The interruption of
the flea life cycle results in a long-term, very effective flea control on the
animal as well as in the environment.
Indications
Program TAL is an oral tablet for dogs for the prevention and control of flea
infestations.
Dosage and Administration
PROGRAM TAL is given orally with food at the minimum dose of 10mg lufenuron per kg body
weight according to the following table:
| Weight of dog |
Tablets |
| Up to 2.3 kg |
1 tablet of PROGRAM 23.1 mg |
| > 2.3 to 6.7 kg |
1 tablet of PROGRAM 67.8 mg |
| > 6.7 to 20 kg |
1 tablet of PROGRAM 204.9 mg |
| > 20 to 40 kg |
1 tablet of PROGRAM 409.8 mg |
Dogs over 40 kg are given an appropriate combination of tablets.
PROGRAM TAL should be given orally once per month. Treatment of existing
infestations can begin at any time. In cases of severe infestations the use of
an adulticide during the first few weeks of the treatment may be necessary.
PROGRAM TAL is best used in a prophylactic way. In this case treatment should
start in spring, before the beginning of the flea season, and repeated monthly
throughout the flea season. PROGRAM can be given year round.
All dogs and cats in a household must be treated in order to prevent the build
up of developing fleas in the environment, thus establishing an infestation. For
cats use PROGRAM oral suspension or PROGRAM Injectable suspension for cats.
PROGRAM TAL must be administered with a meal. It can be given with a small
quantity of food before the rest of the meal is given, or per os immediately
after feeding.
Special Precautions and Warnings
None
Formulations and Packages
There are 4 tablet strengths in color-coded packs:
- PROGRAM tablets containing 23.1 mg lufenuron, in yellow packs.
- PROGRAM tablets containing 67.8 mg lufenuron, in red packs.
- PROGRAM tablets containing 204.9 mg lufenuron, in grey packs.
- PROGRAM tablets containing 409.8mg lufenuron, in violet packs.
All 4 tablet sizes are available in cardboard boxes with 1 card containing 6
blistered tablets.
Storage Recommendations and Shelf Life
The shelf life of PROGRAM tablets is 5 years when protected from moisture.
Oral suspension for flea control in cats
Description and Composition
Program Oral suspension contains 70 mg of lufenuron per g.
PROGRAM oral suspension is available as:
- PROGRAM 133mg SUS, an oral suspension in an ampoule dispensing 1.9 g of
suspension, corresponding to 133 mg of lufenuron.
- PROGRAM 266mg SUS, an oral suspension in an ampoule dispensing 3.8 g of
suspension, corresponding to 266 mg of lufenuron.
Properties
Lufenuron, the active ingredient of PROGRAM, is an insect development
inhibitor (IDI) belonging to the group of benzoyl-phenyl-ureas (BPUs). Like all
BPU's, lufenuron acts as a chitin synthesis inhibitor. Female fleas feeding on
treated animals will produce eggs out of which no larvae will hatch. The
interruption of the flea life cycle results in a long-term, very effective flea
control on the animal as well as in the environment.
Indications
Program SUS is an oral suspension for cats for the prevention and control of
flea infestations.
Dosage and Administration
PROGRAM SUS is given orally with a meal at the minimum dose of 30mg lufenuron
per kg body weight according to the following table:
| Weight of cat |
Ampoules |
| Up to 4.5 kg |
1 ampoule of PROGRAM 133mg |
| > 4.5 to 9 kg |
1 ampoule of PROGRAM 266mg |
Cats over 9 kg are given an appropriate combination of ampoules.
PROGRAM SUS should be given once per month.
Treatment of existing infestations can begin at any time. In cases of severe
infestations the use of an adulticide during the first few weeks of the
treatment may be necessary.
PROGRAM SUS is best used in a prophylactic way. In this case treatment should
start in spring, before the beginning of the flea season, and repeated monthly
throughout the flea season. PROGRAM can be given year round.
All cats and dogs in a household must be treated in order to prevent the
build up of developing fleas in the environment, thus establishing an
infestation. For dogs use PROGRAM tablets.
PROGRAM SUS must be administered with a meal. It can be given with a small
quantity of food before the rest of the meal is given, or per os immediately
after feeding.
Special Precautions and Warnings
None
Formulations and Packages
Two ampoule sizes are available in boxes with 6 ampoules in an aluminum foil
pouch. PROGRAM ampoule containing 133 mg lufenuron. PROGRAM ampoule containing
266 mg lufenuron.
Storage Recommendations and Shelf Life
The shelf life of PROGRAM suspension is 3 years when stored below 30°C. Use
within 1 year after opening ampoule.
PROGRAM by Novartis of Switzerland
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