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Lufenuron

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Sourced from primary literature. Awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer — our editorial process.

Drug Class

Antiparasitic

Routes

POSC

Indications

Dermatophytosis (adjunct)Flea prevention (IGR)

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits chitin synthesis in flea eggs and larvae, preventing development. Does not kill adult fleas.

Side effects & warnings

Does NOT kill adult fleas — prevents flea egg development only. Must be used as part of comprehensive flea control. Give with food for absorption.

Species with Lufenuron dosing data (3 dose rules)

Cat (Domestic)ChinchillaDog (Domestic)

Evidence levels across 3 dose rules

Strong×2Weak×1

Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.

Backed by 2 published primary sources

  • · ExoticRx 2026 (chinchilla dosing guide)
  • · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Sample dosing (2 of 3 cited rules)

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SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Dog (Domestic)PO10 mg/kgq30dStrongPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)PO30 mg/kgq30dStrongPlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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