Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Fluralaner is used in cat for Flea and tick prevention. Routes documented in cat: Topical. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Fluralaner in cat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Bravecto
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topical | 40–94 mg/kg | once q12 weeks | Single application lasts 12 weeks | Flea and tick prevention | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Seizure risk in animals with epilepsy history. Duration of action: 12 weeks (oral), 12 weeks (topical cats). Do not use in puppies <6 months or <2kg.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cat may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Fluralaner pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cat — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.