Symptoms In humans, flea bites often manifest on the lower legs in irregularly spaced bites that cause intense itching. Single flea bites are rarely observed. In non-sensitized individuals, the bites manifest as small, punctate hemorrhages. After sensitization, a wheal is formed. As a result of a late reaction, a red, very itchy papule develops, which … Fleas Causes and Remedies
Active substances Flea medications are commercially available in the form of solutions for application (spot-on), tablets, as suspensions, shampoos, sprays, injectables, flea collars and foggers, among others. 1. insecticides kill fleas directly and are sometimes effective for weeks: pyrethroids and pyrethrins: Permethrin (eg Exspot) – not suitable for cats! Neonicotinoids: Imidacloprid (Bayvantage). Nitenpyram (Capstar) Phenylpyrazoles: … Flea Remedy
