Advice on the safe use of flea and tick products in pets


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Advice on the safe use of flea and tick products in pets In a July 20, 2009 advisory, the FDA, in conjunction with the EPA, listed tips for using flea and tick products on pets. The EPA advises pet owners to talk to your veterinarian about responsible and effective use of flea and tick products, carefully follow label directions, and monitor your pets for any signs of a bad reaction after application, particularly when using these products for the first time. Keep the product package after use in case side effects occur. You will want to have the instructions available, as well as contact information for the manufacturer. *Reporting Problems* If your pet needs immediate medical care, call your local veterinarian, a local animal emergency clinic, or the National Animal Poison Control Center at 1-888-426-4435, which charges a fee for consultation. To report problems with spot-on flea or tick products, contact the National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) at 1-800-858-7378. To report problems with flea or tick drug products, contact the FDA's Consumer Complaint Coordinator for your area. Other sources of useful information are: AVMA's What you should know about external parasites AVMA's First aid tips for pet owners FDA's Consumer Updates page EPA's Increased Scrutiny of Flea and Tick Control Products for Pets Your Guide to Reporting Problems to the FDA

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