In April 2009, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued an advisory concerning approximately 70 spot-on flea and tick control products because of an increase in the number of reports of adverse reactions to the products. Reactions reported included skin irritation, skin burns, seizures, and death. In May 2009, the EPA met with the manufacturers of the products to discuss the issue. In a July 2009 advisory, the EPA and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cautioned consumers to be cautious when using these products and to consult with their veterinarian.
On March 17, 2010, the EPA announced it was taking steps to increase the safety of spot-on pesticide products for flea and tick control for cats and dogs. These steps include reviewing labels to determine which ones need stronger and clearer labeling statements, and developing more stringent testing and evaluation requirements for existing and new products. On March 18, 2010, the EPA published a notice of availability of the Pet Spot-On Analysis and Mitigation Plan (Document EPA-HQ-OPP-2010-0229-0001) for public comment. Comments will be accepted through May 17, 2010. Supporting materials for the docket, including the data, reviews, and mitigation plan, have also been posted.  Read More…
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