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Selaspot 60 mg Spot-on Solution for Cats 7.6 – 10.0 kg

Active ingredient: Selamectin

Form

Spot-on

Species

Cats

Manufacturer

Bimeda Animal Health Limited

VMD MA No.

50146/4049

What it's used for

Treatment and prevention of flea infestations caused by spp. for one month following a single administration. This is as a result of the adulticidal, larvi...

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Clinical information

Selaspot 60 mg Spot-on Solution for Cats 7.6 – 10.0 kg — SPC Details

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

Treatment and prevention of flea infestations caused by 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.
Prevention of heartworm disease caused by with monthly
administration. The product 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

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exists should be tested for existing adult heartworm infections before beginning
medication with the product. This product is not effective against adult D. immitis.
Treatment of ear mites (Otodectes cynotis).
Treatment of biting lice infestations(Felicola subrostratus)
Treatment of adult roundworms (Toxocara cati)
Treatment of adult intestinal hookworms (Ancylostoma tubaeforme).

The product 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:
Cats (kg)Pipette cap
colour
mg of selamectin
dispensed
Potency
(mg/ml)
Administered volume
(nominal pipette size,
ml)
7.6-10.0Taupe60601.0> 10Appropriate
combination of
pipettes
60Appropriate
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. 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.
Treatment of hookworm infections
A single dose of the veterinary medicinal product should be administered.

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Method and route of administration:
Spot-on use.
Apply to the skin at the base of the neck in front of the shoulder blades.
How to apply:
Remove the pipette from its protective package
Holding the pipette upright, firmly depress the cap to puncture the applicator seal,
then remove the cap.
Part the hair at the base of your animal’s neck in front of the shoulder blades to
expose a small area of skin.
Apply the tip of the pipette directly to the skin without massaging. Squeeze the
pipette firmly to empty the contents in one spot. Avoid contact between the product
and your fingers.

Do not use in animals under 6 weeks of age.
Do not use in cats that are suffering from concomitant disease, or are debilitated and
underweight (for size and age).
Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the
excipients.

Use of the veterinary medicinal product in cats has on rare occasions been
associated with a mild transient alopecia at the site of application. On very rare
occasions transient focal irritation may also be observed. The alopecia and irritation
are normally self-resolving, but symptomatic therapy may be applicable in some
circumstances.
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.
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).

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.

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.
It is important to apply the dose as indicated to minimise the quantity that the animal
can lick off. If significant licking does occur, a brief period of hypersalivation may
rarely be observed in cats.
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.
The product is a skin and eye irritant. 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.

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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 pipettes 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.

None known.

Store in the original blister package in order to protect from light.
This veterinary medicinal product does not require any special temperature 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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