What is Stronghold for dogs and cats?

Stronghold is the same product as Revolution, which is known by different names in different parts of the world. It is produced by the same manufacturer and contains the same active ingredients.

Stronghold spot-on is a topical treatment that provides broad spectrum parasite protection for your dog or cat. Stronghold is designed to make caring for your pet easier by preventing the development of heartworm disease, controlling flea infestations and treating ear mites. It also treats tick infestations and sarcoptic mange in dogs, and is used to control roundworms and hookworms in cats.

As with all heartworm medications, Stronghold is a preventative measure and does not treat existing heartworm. Please ensure to have your pet tested for heartworm first.

Benefits

Broad spectrum treatment controls multiple parasites
Topical application ensures the product will not be refused
Waterproof formula is great for active pets
Safe for breeding, pregnant or nursing pets

Is Stronghold suitable for my pet?

Stronghold topical treatment may be used on dogs and puppies from 6 weeks of age, and cats and kittens from 8 weeks of age. Stronghold has been tested as safe for use with pregnant and lactating dogs and cats.

Dosage Schedule

Stronghold spot-on is administered as a single monthly treatment, with the exact dosage based on the animal’s body weight. Apply the entire pipette as directed. Do not apply more than once per 30 days.

Stronghold for dogs

Body weight	Volume (ml)	Potency (mg/ml)	Total Selamectin (mg)
Up to 5 lbs (2.3 kg)	0.25	60	15
5.1-10 lbs (2.4-4.5 kg)	0.25	120	30
10.1-20 lbs (4.6-9 kg)	0.5	120	60
20.1-40 lbs (9.1-18 kg)	1.0	120	120
40.1-85 lbs (18.1-38.5 kg)	2.0	120	240
85.1-130 lbs (38.6-59 kg)	3.0	120	360

Stronghold for cats

Body weight	Volume (ml)	Potency (mg/ml)	Total Selamectin (mg)
Up to 5lbs (2.3 kg)	0.25	60	15
5.1-15 lbs (2.4-6.8 kg)	0.75	60	45
15.1-22 (6.9-10 kg)	1.0	60	60

What are the side effects of Stronghold?

The most common side effects reported after treatment with Stronghold are inflammation and temporary hair loss at the site of application. Other reported side effects include decreased appetite, diarrhea, drooling and muscle tremors.

What precautions must be taken?

For topical application only, do not allow the pet to ingest.
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after application.
Do not apply to wet fur.
Do not allow the pet to get wet for 2 hours after application.
Keep out of reach children and animals.
Not for human use.
Not for use on dogs under 6 weeks of age.
Not for use on cats under 8 weeks of age.

How effective is Stronghold (Selamectin)?

In controlled laboratory studies >98% of fleas were killed within 36 hours. Results of clinical field studies using Stronghold monthly demonstrated >90% control of flea infestations within 30 days of the first dose.Dogs and cats treated with Stronghold, including those with pre-existing flea allergy dermatitis, showed improvement in clinical signs associated with fleas as a direct result of eliminating the fleas from the animals and their environment.

For the prevention of heartworm disease, Stronghold must be administered on a monthly basis. Stronghold may be administered year-round or at least within one month after the animal’s first exposure to mosquitoes and monthly thereafter until the end of the mosquito season. The final dose must be given within one month after the last exposure to mosquitoes.