POM-V Prescription Required Companion Animal

Selapro 60 mg Spot-on Solution for Small Dogs (5.1–10.0 kg)

Active ingredient: Selamectin

Form

Spot-on

Species

Dogs

Manufacturer

Norbrook Laboratories Limited

VMD MA No.

02000/4431

What it's used for

• spp. for one month following a single administration. This is as a result of the adulticidal, larvicidal and ovicidal properties of the product. The prod...

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Clinical information

Selapro 60 mg Spot-on Solution for Small Dogs (5.1–10.0 kg) — SPC Details

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

•
spp. for one month following a single administration. This is as a result of the
adulticidal, larvicidal and ovicidal properties of the product. The product is
ovicidal for 3 weeks after administration. Through a reduction in the flea
population, monthly treatment of pregnant and lactating animals will also aid in
the prevention of flea infestations in the litter up to seven weeks of age. The
product can be used as part of a treatment strategy for flea allergy dermatitis and
through its ovicidal and larvicidal action may aid in the control of existing
environmental flea infestations in areas to which the animal has access.
•
administration. 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.

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AN: 00514/2023
It is also recommended that dogs should be tested periodically for adult
heartworm infections, as an integral part of a heartworm prevention strategy,
even when Selamectin has been administered monthly. This product is not
effective against adult D. immitis.
• (Otodectes cynotis).
•Trichodectes canis)
•)
•Toxocara canis

Spot-on use.
Animals should be weighed accurately prior to treatment.
These products should be administered as a single application of a single dose
delivering a minimum of 6 mg/kg selamectin. When concurrent infestations or
infections in the same animal are to be treated with the veterinary medicinal product,
only one application of the recommended 6 mg/kg dose should be administered at
any one time. The appropriate length of the treatment period for individual parasites
is specified below.

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Administer in accordance with the following table:Dogs (kg)Product
mg of
selamectin
dispensed
Administered
volume (nominal
pipette size, ml)
≤ 2.5
SELAPRO 15 mg spot-on
solution for dogs and cats (< 2.5
kg)
150.252.6–5.0
SELAPRO 30 mg spot-on
solution for very small dogs (2.6–
5.0 kg)
300.255.1–10.0
SELAPRO 60 mg spot-on
solution for small dogs (5.1–10.0
kg)
600.510.1–20.0
SELAPRO 120 mg spot-on
solution for medium dogs (10.1–
20.0 kg)
1201.020.1–40.0
SELAPRO 240 mg spot-on
solution for large dogs (20.1–40.0
kg)
2402.040.1–60.0
SELAPRO 360 mg spot-on
solution for very large dogs
(40.1–60.0 kg)
3603.0
> 60 Appropriate combination of pipettes
Flea treatment and prevention
Following administration of the veterinary medicinal product, the adult fleas on the
animal are killed, no viable eggs are produced, and larvae (found only in the
environment) are also killed. This stops flea reproduction, breaks the flea lifecycle
and may aid in the control of existing environmental flea infestations in areas to
which the animal has access.
For the prevention of flea infestations, the veterinary medicinal product should be
administered at monthly intervals throughout the flea season, starting one month
before fleas become active. Through a reduction in the flea population, monthly
treatment of pregnant and lactating animals will aid prevention of flea infestations in
the litter up to seven weeks of age.
For use as part of a treatment strategy for flea allergy dermatitis the veterinary
medicinal product should be administered at monthly intervals.
Prevention of heartworm disease
The veterinary medicinal product may be administered year-round or at least within
one month of 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. If a dose is missed and a monthly interval between
dosing is exceeded then immediate administration of the veterinary medicinal product
and resumption of monthly dosing will minimise the opportunity for the development
of adult heartworms.

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When replacing another heartworm preventive veterinary medicinal product in a
heartworm disease prevention programme, the first dose of the veterinary medicinal
product must be given within a month of the last dose of the former medication.
Treatment of roundworm infections
A single dose of the veterinary medicinal product should be administered.
Treatment of biting lice
A single dose of the veterinary medicinal product should be administered.
Treatment of ear mites
A single dose of the veterinary medicinal product should be administered. Loose
debris should be gently removed from the external ear canal at the time of treatment.
A further veterinary examination 30 days after treatment is recommended as some
animals may require a second treatment.
Treatment of sarcoptic mange
For complete elimination of the mites, a single dose of the veterinary medicinal
product should be administered for two consecutive months.
Route and method of administration:
External use only, spot-on use.
Only remove pipette from sachet immediately prior to use.
Remove the pipette from the outer sachet using scissors or fold along diagonal line to
expose nick; tear back at nick.
Hold the pipette upright. Tap the narrow part of the pipette to ensure the contents
remain within the main body of the pipette. Twist or snap back the tip.

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Part the coat on the back of the animal at the base of the neck in front of the shoulder
blades until the skin is visible. Place the tip of the pipette on the skin and squeeze the
pipette several times to empty its contents completely and directly onto the skin in
one spot without massaging.
Avoid contact between the product and your fingers.

Do not use in animals under 6 weeks of age.
Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the
excipients.

On rare occasions application of the veterinary medicinal product may produce a
local temporary clumping of the hair at the application site and/or an occasional
appearance of a small quantity of a white powder. This is normal and will disappear
typically within 24 hours of treatment administration and does not affect either the
safety or efficacy of the veterinary medicinal product.

Very rarely, as with other macrocyclic lactones, reversible neurological signs,
including seizures, have been observed after use of the veterinary medicinal product
in dogs.
The frequency of adverse reactions is defined using the following convention:
- 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).

Animals may be bathed 2 hours after treatment without loss of efficacy.
Do not apply when the animal’s hair coat is wet. However, shampooing or soaking
the animal 2 or more hours after treatment will not reduce the efficacy of the product.
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.

Special precautions for use in animals
This veterinary 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
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.
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.
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.

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People with sensitive skin or known allergy to veterinary medicinal products of this
type should handle the veterinary medicinal product with caution.
Other precautions
Do not allow treated animals to bathe in water courses until at least two hours after
treatment administration.

None known.

Do not store above 30
o
C. Store in the original package in order to protect from light
and moisture.

2. QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION
Each 0.5ml pipette contains:
Active substance:
Selamectin 60 mg
Excipients:
Butylhydroxytoluene (E321) 0.4 mg
For the full list of excipients, see section

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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