ProVET Mega Stop for cats up to 4 kg, 4 pipettes is a topical spot-on from the Ukrainian maker ProVET for treating and preventing internal and external parasites in cats. Each 1 ml contains 100 mg imidacloprid and 10 mg ivermectin. According to the manufacturer, it acts against fleas, ear, mange and demodex mites, intestinal roundworms and heartworm larvae. Protection lasts 1.5–2 months after treatment. The pack contains 4 pipettes.
How it works
Imidacloprid acts on insects' nervous systems, paralysing and killing fleas; according to the manufacturer, it doesn't cross the blood-brain barrier in mammals. Ivermectin is effective against roundworms and mites, including ear mites (otodectic mange) and mange mites. Together they tackle several problems at once: fleas, ear mites and roundworms. More on fleas in fleas in cats: how to get rid of them.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Active ingredients | imidacloprid 100 mg/ml, ivermectin 10 mg/ml |
| For | cats up to 4 kg |
| Against | fleas, ear and mange mites, demodex, roundworms, heartworm larvae |
| Protection | 1.5–2 months |
| Age | from 12 weeks |
| Pack | 4 pipettes |
| Brand | ProVET, Ukraine |
Pros
- Combined action. Fleas, mites and roundworms in one treatment.
- Ear mites. Works against otodectic mange.
- 1.5–2 months' protection. According to the manufacturer.
- 4 pipettes. Enough for several treatments or several cats.
- Easy to apply. On the back of the neck.
- Affordable. Cheaper than imported equivalents.
Cons
- No tapeworm cover. There's no praziquantel — tapeworms need another product.
- Inaccuracies on the product page. The pipette volume isn't given, and the instructions mention dogs over 20 kg.
- Only up to 4 kg. Larger cats need another size.
- Restrictions. Not for kittens under 12 weeks or sick and weakened animals.
How to apply
Part the fur at the base of the skull or between the shoulder blades and apply the pipette contents to dry, unbroken skin where the cat can't lick. Don't bathe the cat for 48 hours afterwards. With several cats, make sure they don't groom each other until the drops dry. For mange and demodex mites, treatment is repeated 2–3 times at 10-day intervals — best agreed with a vet.
Safety
Don't use it on sick or weakened animals or kittens under 12 weeks. Don't combine it with other insecticides or dewormers without a vet's advice. Wash your hands after applying and don't stroke the treated area until it's dry. If drooling, trembling or restlessness appear after treatment, wash the application site and contact a vet.
Fleas, ear mites and worms
Fleas carry the cucumber tapeworm, so a cat with fleas also needs deworming against tapeworms. Ear mites show up as dark ear discharge and intense itching — clean the ears before treatment. More in worms in cats and dogs: prevention and how to clean your pet's ears and eyes. For broad-spectrum worming including tapeworms, products such as Profender are used.
Storage
Keep the pipettes in their pack in a dry place, out of reach of children and pets and away from food and pet food.
Who it suits
Owners of cats up to 4 kg and over 12 weeks old who need combined protection against fleas, ear and mange mites and roundworms. More products are in the flea drops for cats and flea and worm treatments for cats collections.
Verdict
ProVET Mega Stop for cats up to 4 kg is a combination spot-on with imidacloprid and ivermectin against fleas, ear and mange mites and roundworms, protecting for up to 1.5–2 months. A convenient, affordable option. The downsides are no tapeworm cover, no pipette volume on the product page, and mite treatment schedules are best agreed with a vet.
FAQ
Which parasites does it treat?
Fleas, ear, mange and demodex mites, roundworms and heartworm larvae.
How long does protection last?
1.5–2 months.
From what age?
From 12 weeks.
Can I bathe my cat after treatment?
Not for 48 hours.
Does it work on tapeworms?
No, it contains no praziquantel.
Which weight is it for?
Cats up to 4 kg.
How many pipettes are in the pack?
4.
