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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Nitenpyram (Capguard, Capstar, PetArmor FastCaps) is an oral neonicotinoid insecticide medicine for treatment of adult fleas in dogs and cats. It only treats the adult stage of fleas. It does not treat other life stages of the flea such as the eggs, larva, or pupa. It does not repel fleas or ticks. Nitenpyram is only FDA-approved for use in dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens.Nitenpyram can also be used “extra-label” or “off-label” in dogs and reptiles for the treatment of myiasis (fly larva/maggot infestation). “Extra-label” or “off-label” means that there is evidence of safe and effective use but the FDA has not approved that use.Nitenpyram is well tolerated in animals. There is minimal risk for overdose, side effects, or drug interactions. It will start to treat the adult fleas in 20 to 30 minutes. It kills 90%-100% of adult fleas in dogs within 4 hours and in cats within 6 hours. The effects of nitenpyram only last 24 to 48 hours, so it is best to combine it with a long-term medicine to prevent fleas. Discuss flea prevention options with your veterinarian.Nitenpyram is available from your veterinarian or over-the-counter at a pet store or online store. It is available as a tablet.Nitenpyram is given by mouth daily as needed. Pets should weigh at least 2 pounds and be at least 4 weeks old before getting nitenpyram. All animals in the household should be treated at the same time to decrease the chances of the fleas returning.Nitenpyram is used most frequently in the veterinary hospital to prevent the spread of fleas to other animals in the clinic. It can be used daily or combined with a long-term flea prevention medicine. Nitenpyram can also be given rectally. This is an option when adult fleas are found on a hospitalized pet that is sedated or under anesthesia.When given by mouth, it is best to give nitenpyram with a small amount of food. Always follow your veterinarian’s directions for giving medicines to animals. Remember to tell your veterinarian about any medicines, vitamins, supplements, or herbal therapies that you are giving your pet. Talk to your veterinarian before stopping any pet medicines. Nitenpyram is well tolerated by animals including puppies and kittens.Nitenpyram treats adult fleas quickly, starting to work within 30 minutes.The risk for overdose or side effects with nitenpyram is minimal.You and your veterinarian should monitor your pet for improvement of their condition, as well
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