Description
Credelio CAT (lotilaner) is an oral isoxazoline chewable tablet manufactured by Elanco, formulated to deliver a minimum dose of 2.7 mg/lb (6 mg/kg) of lotilaner per administration. The 48 mg tablet addresses flea infestations and black-legged tick infestations in cats within this weight range on a monthly dosing schedule. Each package contains 6 chewable tablets, providing a full six-month supply.
Recommended for
Cats and kittens weighing 2.0 to 17.0 lbs, 8 weeks of age and older (flea treatment/prevention); 6 months of age and older for tick control.
Indication/Coverage
Credelio CAT is indicated for cats and kittens experiencing active infestations or facing ongoing exposure to the following ectoparasites:
- Flea treatment and prevention: Kills adult fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) and prevents re-infestation for 30 days per dose in cats and kittens 8 weeks of age and older weighing at least 2.0 lbs.
- Tick treatment and control: Kills Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick) adults for 30 days per dose in cats and kittens 6 months of age and older weighing at least 2.0 lbs.
Key Benefits
The following clinical properties distinguish Credelio CAT within the isoxazoline class for cats in the 2.0 to 17.0 lb weight range:
- Rapid flea kill: Lotilaner begins killing adult fleas within 6 hours of administration, reaching greater than 98% efficacy within 12 hours based on controlled laboratory data.
- Sustained monthly protection: A single dose maintains greater than 98% flea-kill efficacy through day 30, with 100% effectiveness confirmed at days 60 and 90 in U.S. field studies.
- Pre-lay flea elimination: Lotilaner kills adult fleas before egg deposition occurs, interrupting the reproductive cycle and reducing environmental flea burden after the first treatment.
- Tick coverage: Credelio CAT demonstrated greater than 97% effectiveness against Ixodes scapularis 72 hours after administration or infestation across a 31-day study period.
- Oral delivery: Administration via chewable tablet bypasses the handling and coat-contact requirements of topical spot-on formats, which some cats actively resist.
- Broad age eligibility: Flea coverage is approved from 8 weeks of age, allowing early intervention in younger cats before flea infestations become established.
- Systemic mechanism: Lotilaner inhibits GABA-gated chloride channels in insects and acarines, producing uncontrolled neuromuscular activity and parasite death without requiring direct skin contact for activity.
- Field-confirmed efficacy: In a 90-day U.S. field study, cats with flea allergy dermatitis showed measurable improvement in erythema, papules, scaling, alopecia, and pruritus following elimination of the flea infestation.
Caution
Hazards to Humans
Keep Credelio CAT out of the reach of children. This product is not for human use. Avoid accidental ingestion; wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the tablet or packaging. Keep away from food, beverages, and food preparation surfaces.
Hazards to Domestic Animals
Credelio CAT is for oral use in cats and kittens only. Do not administer to cats under 2.0 lbs or younger than 8 weeks of age (flea indication) or younger than 6 months (tick indication). Lotilaner belongs to the isoxazoline class, which has been associated with neurologic adverse reactions including tremors, ataxia, and seizures; use with caution in cats with a history of neurologic disorders. The safety of this product has not been established in breeding, pregnant, or lactating cats; consult a veterinarian before use in these animals. Store in a secure location away from other pets to prevent accidental ingestion or overdose.
Possible Side Effects
Monitor your cat after each monthly administration, particularly following the first dose when individual tolerability is not yet established.
Adverse reactions identified in U.S. field studies and post-approval reporting include the following, listed by system:
- Gastrointestinal signs: Vomiting, diarrhea, and anorexia were reported in field study participants; weight loss occurred in 2.2% of treated cats compared to 1.8% in the control group.
- Respiratory signs: Tachypnea (rapid breathing) and dyspnea were reported both in the field study and in post-approval experience.
- Neurologic signs: Tremors, ataxia, and seizures have been reported in cats receiving isoxazoline-class drugs, including cats without a prior history of neurologic disorders.
- Systemic signs: Lethargy, hyperthermia, hypersalivation, tachycardia, mydriasis, behavioral changes including hyperactivity and vocalization, and pruritus have been reported in post-approval experience.
- Elevated renal markers: Two geriatric cats in the field study developed mildly elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) during the study period; one had suspected pre-existing kidney disease.
Foreign market post-approval data also include reports of hepatopathy, pancreatitis, immune-mediated hemolytic anemia, glomerulopathy, and anaphylactic reactions resulting in death. If any adverse reaction occurs following administration, contact a veterinarian promptly.















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