Selehold 15MG <2.5KG One Dose

A spot-on treatment for the effective control of fleas and roundworms. One treatment for fleas lasts four weeks, the product also acts on eggs and larvae in the home to help prevent reinfestation. Selehold treats roundworm infection (Toxocara canis), ear mites, biting lice, Sarcoptic mange and prevents heartworm disease.

Special warnings for each target species

Do not apply when the animal’s hair coat is wet. Avoid frequent swimming or shampooing the animal because the maintenance of effectiveness of the product in these cases has not been investigated.
For ear mite treatment, do not apply directly to the ear canal.
It is important to apply the dose as indicated to minimise the quantity that the animal can lick off.
Selamectin may be safely administered to animals infected with adult heartworms, however, it is recommended, in accordance with good veterinary practice, that all animals 6 months of age or more living in countries where a vector exists should be tested for existing adult heartworm infections before beginning medication with selamectin. It is also recommended that animals should be tested periodically for adult heartworm infections, as an integral part of a heartworm prevention strategy, even when the product has been administered monthly. This product is not effective against adult D. immitis.
Parasite resistance to any particular class of anthelmintic may develop following frequent, repeated use of an anthelmintic of that class.

Special precautions for use in animals

This medicinal product is to be applied to the skin surface only. Do not administer orally or parenterally.
Keep treated animals away from fires and other sources of ignition for at least 30 minutes or until the hair coat is dry.

Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals

Wash hands after use and wash off any product in contact with the skin immediately with soap and water. If accidental eye exposure occurs, flush the eyes immediately with water and seek medical advice immediately and show the package leaflet or the label to the physician.
This product is highly flammable; keep away from heat, sparks, open flames or other sources of ignition.
Do not smoke, eat or drink while handling the product.
Avoid direct contact with treated animals until the application site is dry. On the day of treatment, children must not handle treated animals and the animals should not be permitted to sleep with their owners, especially children. Used applicators should be disposed of immediately and not left within the sight or reach of children.
People with sensitive skin or known allergy to veterinary medicinal products of this type should handle the veterinary medicinal product with caution.

Other precautions

Selamectin is toxic for aquatic organisms. Treated dogs should not be allowed to enter surface water for 48 hours after treatment, to avoid adverse effects on aquatic organisms.