Capstar Small Dog 11mg 2-25 lbs Blue
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Capstar (nitenpyram) Flea Treatment for Small Dogs 2-25 lbs (Blue)
Capstar for Small Dogs and Puppies (2–25 lbs) is a fast-acting oral flea treatment designed to provide quick relief from adult flea infestations. Formulated with nitenpyram, this easy-to-administer tablet begins killing fleas within 30 minutes, helping reduce itching and discomfort rapidly. Each dose contains an effective strength of 11.4 mg nitenpyram to suit small dogs, delivering targeted treatment when fleas are present. It kills adult fleas before they can lay eggs, helping limit further infestation. Presented in a blue color-coded pack for easy identification, this variant offers a convenient, mess-free solution for on-demand flea control in smaller dogs and growing puppies.
Directions
- Administer one tablet orally based on your dog’s weight.
- Can be given with or without food.
- Place the tablet directly into your dog’s mouth or mix with a small amount of food.
- Ensure the full tablet is consumed.
- If unsure whether the full dose was swallowed, consult your veterinarian.
- If reinfestation occurs, the tablet can be given once daily.
- Follow up with a long-term flea preventive as recommended by your veterinarian.
Dosage Table:
Dog Weight |
Pack Color |
Dog Size |
Nitenpyram Content |
Tablets to be Administered |
2–25 lbs |
Blue |
Small |
11.4 mg |
1 tablet when fleas are present |
25.1–125 lbs |
Green |
Large |
57 mg |
1 tablet when fleas are present |
Key Benefits
- Fast-acting oral flea treatment
- Starts working within 30 minutes
- Provides quick relief from infestations
- Kills a high percentage of fleas within hours
- Easy-to-administer tablet
- No topical residue or mess
- Can be used as needed for immediate control
- Suitable for young puppies from 4 weeks
- Ideal for sudden or heavy infestations
Safety
- For use in dogs and puppies 4 weeks and older
- Do not use in dogs weighing less than 2 lbs
- Temporary increased scratching may occur as fleas die
- Consult your veterinarian before combining with other treatments
- Monitor your dog after administration
- Keep out of reach of children
- Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C
More Info
Ingredients
Nitenpyram
Suitability
- Dogs and puppies aged 4 weeks and older
- Dogs weighing at least 2 lbs
- Dogs experiencing visible flea infestations
- Pet parents needing quick, short-term flea relief
Available Options
- 6-dose pack
- 12-dose pack
Available in color-coded packs based on weight ranges:
- Small dogs (2–25 lbs) – Blue
- Large dogs (25.1–125 lbs) – Green
Helpful Tips
- Use Capstar for quick relief during active infestations
- Combine with a monthly preventive for long-term control
- Regularly clean bedding and vacuum living areas
- Monitor your dog after dosing to ensure full tablet consumption
- Keep doses on hand for emergency flea outbreaks
Reviews
Ideal solution
The ideal solution for treating fleas.
Definitely Recommend
I would really recommend Capstar, after seeing the results that it gave on my pooch. Thumbs up
Best oral treatment
The best oral flea treatment. Capstar is good.
