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AVM-GSL Over the Counter Companion Animal

DIXIE 50 mg Spot-on Solution for Cats

Active ingredient: Fipronil

Form

Spot-on

Species

Cats

Manufacturer

Química de Munguía S.A. (Quimunsa)

VMD MA No.

45883/4011

What it's used for

Treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis present on the animal at the time of product application will be killed within 48 hour...

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓
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Clinical information

DIXIE 50 mg Spot-on Solution for Cats — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 18 Mar 2026.

Treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis
present on the animal at the time of product application will be killed within
48 hours. The product has persistent insecticidal efficacy lasting for 4 weeks
against fleas.
Treatment and prevention of tick infestations (Rhipicephalus turanicus). Ticks
present on the animal at the time of product application will be killed within 48
hours. The product has persistent acaricidal efficacy for 4 weeks against
Rhipicephalus turanicus ticks.
Spot-on use.
1 pipette of 0.5 ml per cat

Revised: November 2023
AN: 02034/2023
Method of administration –
Hold upright. Tap the narrow part of the pipette to ensure the contents are within
the main body of the pipette.
Break back the snap-off top from the spot-on pipette along the scored line. Part
the coat between the shoulder blades until the skin is visible. Place the tip of the
pipette on the skin and squeeze gently at one or two spots to empty its contents
onto the skin.
Care should be taken to avoid excessive wetting of the hair with the product since
this will cause a sticky appearance of hairs at the treatment spot. However,
should this occur, it will disappear within 24 hours post application.
In the absence of safety studies, the minimum treatment interval is 4 weeks.
Do not use on kittens less than 9 weeks old and/or weighing less than 1 kg.
Do not use on sick (systemic diseases, fever…) or convalescent animals.
Do not use in rabbits, as adverse reactions and even death could occur.
Do not apply on wounds or damaged skin.
Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the
excipients.

Revised: November 2023
AN: 02034/2023
If licking occurs, a brief period of excessive salivation/drooling may be observed
due mainly to the nature of the carrier. Transient cosmetic effects such as a wet
appearance or hair clumping may occur at the application site.
Among the extremely rare suspected adverse reactions, transient cutaneous
reactions at the application site (skin discoloration, local alopecia, pruritus,
erythema) and general pruritus or alopecia have been reported after use.
Exceptionally, hypersalivation, reversible neurological signs (hyperaesthesia,
depression, nervous signs), vomiting or respiratory signs have been observed
after use.
The frequency of adverse reactions is defined using the following convention:
- very common (more than 1 in 10 animals displaying adverse reaction(s)
during the course of one treatment)
- common (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 100 animals)
- uncommon (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 1,000 animals )
- rare (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 10,000 animals)
- very rare (less than 1 animal in 10,000 animals, including isolated reports)
During the period of expected efficacy, ticks will be killed and fall off the host
within 48 hours of infestation, usually without having had a blood meal. However,
the attachment of single ticks may occur after treatment and therefore the
transmission of infectious diseases by ticks cannot be excluded. Once dead, ticks
will often drop off the animal, but any remaining ticks can be removed carefully.
The impact of bathing/immersion in water or shampooing on product
effectiveness has not been investigated and therefore cannot be recommended,
especially within 2 days of product application.
For optimum control of flea problems in a multi-pet household, all dogs and cats
in the household should be treated with a suitable insecticide.
Fleas from pets often infest the animal's basket, bedding and regular resting
areas such as carpets and soft furnishings which should be treated, in case of
massive infestation and at the beginning of the control measures, with a suitable
insecticide and vacuumed regularly.

Special precautions for use in animals
For external use only.
Avoid contact with the animal’s eyes.
Animals should be weighed accurately prior to treatment.
It is important to make sure that the product is applied to an area where the animal
cannot lick it off, and to make sure that animals do not lick each other following
treatment.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals
This product may cause neurotoxicity. Keep stored pipettes in the original
packaging until ready to use. In order to prevent children from getting access to
used pipettes, dispose of used pipettes immediately.
People with a known hypersensitivity to fipronil or any of the excipients should
avoid contact with the veterinary medicinal product.
This product can cause mucous membrane and eye irritation. Therefore, contact
of the product with mouth and eyes should be avoided. In case of accidental
ocular exposure or irritation of the eyes during administration, these should be
rinsed immediately and thoroughly with plain water. If eye irritation persists, seek
medical advice immediately and show the package leaflet or the label to the
physician.
Avoid contents coming into contact with the fingers. In case of dermal exposure,
wash immediately with soap and water.
Wash hands after use.

Revised: November 2023
AN: 02034/2023
Do not smoke, drink or eat during application.
Treated animals should not be handled, and children should not be allowed to
play with them until the application site is dry. It is therefore recommended that
animals are not treated during the day, but should be treated during the early
evening, and that recently treated animals should not be allowed to sleep with
owners, especially children.
interaction
None known.
This veterinary medicinal product does not require any special storage conditions
Not applicable.
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This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.

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