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POM-V Prescription Required Companion Animal

Program 80 mg Suspension for Injection

Active ingredient: Lufenuron

Form

Injection

Species

Cats

Manufacturer

Elanco GmbH

VMD MA No.

52127/5146

What it's used for

The product is intended for the 6-month long-term prevention and control of flea infestations and the treatment of FAD (flea allergic dermatitis) in cats....

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓
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Clinical information

Program 80 mg Suspension for Injection — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

The product is intended for the 6-month long-term prevention and control of flea
infestations and the treatment of FAD (flea allergic dermatitis) in cats. The product is
effective against the pre-adult stages of the dominant flea species,
felis and .
The is Lufenuron per kg bodyweight when administered
parenterally.
Weight of cats in kgless than 4
Equal to or greater than
4dose
1 PROGRAM 40mg
Suspension for
Injection Syringe
1 PROGRAM 80mg
Suspension for injection
Syringe
For the product to be fully effective, the whole content of the syringe must be injected
subcutaneously, e.g. dorsally anterior to the shoulder blades.
The syringe must be shaken vigorously to reconstitute the suspension and then injected
immediately.

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Do not use in dogs. The excipient Polyvinylpyrrolidone (Povidone) is a potent histamine
releasing substance in dogs. A severe reaction may occur in dogs that is not observed
in cats.
Adverse reactions are very rarely reported. On very rare occasions injection with the
product may cause pain, oedema or alopecia at the injection site. In particular, a small
painless swelling may occur and usually disappears within 6 weeks after administration.
In very rare cases lethargy has been reported
disappears quickly.
The frequency of adverse reactions is defined using the following convention:
- very common (more than 1 in 10 animals treated displaying adverse reaction(s))
- common (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 100 animals treated)
- uncommon (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 1,000 animals treated)
- rare (more than 1 but less than 10 animals in 10,000 animals treated)
- very rare (less than 1 animal in 10,000 animals treated, including isolated reports).
If cats have flea infestation at the start of treatment, the use of a flea adulticide is
recommended. It is essential that all cats (except for unweaned kittens) living in a
household are treated with the product to stop flea infestation. Dogs in the same
household should be treated as recommended by the prescribing veterinary surgeon.

The injection should be carried out under aseptic conditions.

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Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals
In the case of accidental self-injection, a local reaction may occur. In such
circumstances seek medical advice immediately and show the package leaflet or the
label to the physician.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. In the event of accidental eye or skin contact,
wash/rinse the area with clean running water. Seek medical attention if irritation
persists.
Do not freeze
Keep the syringes in the outer carton.
Not applicable
5.

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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