My cat has scabs and itches after flea treatment. What should I do?

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i have given my cat teddy capstar about a week ago but he has these little bumps that feel like scabs and look like scabs he itches alot and is always licking himself i gave him a good bath in flea shampoo and added some apple cider vinergar to the water it hasnt seemed to help we dont have the money right now for a vet visit what can i do to help him he is 9 months old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Capstar is a short term solution, and while it starts killing fleas in 30 minutes, it doesn't provide lasting protection. Flea shampoos also are not very effective, nor do they provide last infection. I would give Teddy another dose of Capstar, and then follow up with a spot on treatment, such as Advantage or Revolution. This is a treatment that has to be used once a month. You will also have to disinfect the environment. Wash his bedding in hot soapy water, and vacuum the furniture and carpet surfaces. You can use a spray to kill fleas in the house, such as Indorex, or a flea bomb would work well to kill the fleas in the home. I hope this helps!

My cat has scabs and itches after flea treatment. What should I do?

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