Bayer / Elanco Bolfo (Propoxur 0.1% w/v) Medicated Anti-Tick, Flea & Lice Shampoo for Dogs & Cats (200ml)

Active Pharmaceutical Profile & Clinical Mechanism

Active ConstituentConcentrationPharmacological ClassTherapeutic Mechanism & ActionPropoxur10 mg / g (0.1% w/v)Carbamate EctoparasiticideReversibly inhibits acetylcholinesterase (AChE) in ectoparasites. This causes an accumulation of acetylcholine at insect nerve synapses, leading to rapid muscular tremors, flaccid paralysis, and death upon topical contact.Surfactant & Cleansing Baseq.s. to 100%Conditioning Shampoo MatrixLathers into a rich foam that lifts dirt, debris, and dead parasites while hydrating epidermal layers.

Target Parasite Spectrum

• Ticks: Brown Dog Ticks (Rhipicephalus sanguineus), Bush Ticks, and Nymphal stages.

• Fleas: Cat and Dog Fleas (Ctenocephalides felis, Ctenocephalides canis).

• Lice: Biting and sucking lice (Trichodectes canis, Linognathus setosus, Felicola subrostratus).

Directions for Use & Bathing Protocol

Use once a week during peak parasite seasons, or as directed by your veterinarian:

1. Wet Coat: Thoroughly saturate your pet’s coat with clean, lukewarm water from head to tail (avoiding the eyes and inner ears).

2. Apply Shampoo: Pour a generous amount of Bolfo Shampoo along the back and limbs.

3. Lather & Massage: Work up a rich, luxurious lather, massaging deeply into the fur down to the skin surface. Focus on high-risk hiding spots: around the neck, behind the ears, between paw pads, and under the tail base.

4. Essential Contact Time: Allow the lather to remain on the coat for 5 to 10 minutes. This contact window is critical for the active propoxur to completely penetrate and paralyze clinging parasites.

5. Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse the coat with clean water until all soap traces are completely removed.

6. Dry & Comb: Towel-dry your pet thoroughly (or blow-dry on cool/warm setting) and comb through the fur with a fine-toothed flea comb to easily clear out dead parasites.

Product Specifications

ParameterDetailsBrandBayer Animal Health / Elanco India Pvt. Ltd.Product Trade NameBolfo Anti-Tick & Flea ShampooActive CompositionPropoxur 10 mg/g (0.1% w/v)Dosage FormMedicated Liquid ShampooNet Volume200 ml Dispenser BottleTarget SpeciesDogs, Cats, Puppies, and Kittens (4 weeks of age and older)Therapeutic ClassMedicated Ectoparasiticide ShampooPrescription StatusOTC Veterinary Medicated Shampoo

Safety Warnings, Precautions & Storage

• For external animal veterinary bath use only. Do NOT ingest.

• Facial Protection: Prevent shampoo foam or rinse water from entering the pet’s eyes, nose, and mouth. If accidental contact occurs, rinse immediately with clean water.

• Age Minimum: Do not use on puppies or kittens under 4 weeks of age.

• Skin Lesions: Avoid application on deep open lacerations, raw bleeding hot spots, or extensive ulcerated wounds.

• Post-Bath Licking: Prevent your pet from licking the wet shampoo lather during the 5–10 minute contact period. Wash your hands thoroughly after application.

• Storage: Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place. Keep the bottle tightly capped and protected from direct sunlight. Keep strictly out of reach of children and domestic animals.