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Lufenuron is dosed at 30 mg/kg PO q30d in rabbits, per Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th ed (2023) — Source: Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed, p.851 — Plumb's 10th ed printed p.787, Lufenuron/Lufenuron Combination Products monograph spanning p.785-787. — Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary 6th ed, Table 10.3 (Antiparasitic Agents Used in Rabbits.a). Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Inhibits chitin synthesis in flea eggs and larvae, preventing development. Does not kill adult fleas.
Does NOT kill adult fleas — prevents flea egg development only. Must be used as part of comprehensive flea control. Give with food for absorption.
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 30 mg/kg | q30d | Strong | PROGRAM FLAVOR TABS - lufenuron tablet [US canine and feline product label]. In: Elanco US Inc.; 2018. — Plumb's 10th ed printed p.785, Lufenuron/Lufenuron Combination Products monograph spanning p.785-787.Compilation only — we have not located an independent source that prints this figure. |
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 10 mg/kg | q30d | Strong | PROGRAM FLAVOR TABS - lufenuron tablet [US canine and feline product label]. In: Elanco US Inc.; 2018. — Plumb's 10th ed printed p.786, Lufenuron/Lufenuron Combination Products monograph spanning p.785-787.Compilation only — we have not located an independent source that prints this figure. |
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