Adams Plus Flea & Tick Spray combines etofenprox to kill adult fleas and ticks with (S)-methoprene (Precor) insect growth regulator to help break the flea life cycle. For dogs and puppies 10 weeks and older and cats and kittens 12 weeks and older. Also repels mosquitoes. Available here in 16 oz and 32 oz trigger bottles.
| Product | Adams™ Plus Flea & Tick Spray for Dogs and Cats |
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| Distributor / brand | Farnam Companies, Inc. / Central Garden & Pet (Adams pet care) |
| EPA Reg. No. | 2724-797-270 (master product RF2063 Pet Spray, EPA Reg. No. 2724-797) |
| Active ingredients | Etofenprox 0.50%; (S)-methoprene 0.27%; piperonyl butoxide 1.75% |
| Signal word | CAUTION |
| Species / ages | Dogs and puppies 10 weeks and older; cats and kittens 12 weeks and older |
| What it does | Kills adult fleas and ticks (including deer ticks); kills flea eggs/larvae with IGR; repels mosquitoes |
| Dose guide | About 4 trigger squeezes per pound of body weight; spray until damp, not saturated |
| Reapplication | Dogs: up to twice per month, second dose more than 8 days after the first; cats: once per month |
| Sizes on this page | 16 oz and 32 oz |
This is a ready-to-use trigger spray for on-animal flea and tick control. Etofenprox kills adult fleas and ticks on contact when used as directed. (S)-methoprene is an insect growth regulator (Precor) that helps stop flea eggs and larvae from developing, which is why Adams markets continuous protection against reinfestation for weeks after adult fleas are killed. Piperonyl butoxide is listed as a synergist on the ingredient statement.
Only about a small fraction of a home flea population lives on the pet. Adams recommends pairing on-pet treatment with premise products. We also carry Adams Plus Flea & Tick Shampoo and yard options such as Vet-Kem Yard Spray. For livestock premise fly control, see Permectrin II instead—that product is a farm insecticide, not this pet spray.
A light, even coat coverage as applied for flea control also provides mosquito repellency per the label.
Etofenprox 0.50%, (S)-methoprene 0.27% and piperonyl butoxide 1.75%.
Yes, on cats and kittens 12 weeks and older. Do not use on younger kittens. Cats may be treated once per month.
10 weeks or older.
About 4 trigger squeezes per pound of body weight as a guide, but always spray until the coat is damp, not soaked. Short coats need less; long coats may need more.
Dogs: up to twice a month with more than 8 days between treatments. Cats: once a month.
Yes. The label includes ticks, including deer ticks that can transmit Lyme disease.
Yes. (S)-methoprene IGR is included to help kill flea eggs/larvae and break the life cycle. Adams markets weeks of protection against reinfestation when used as directed.
Yes. Light, even coverage as for fleas also provides mosquito repellency per the label.
Yes as part of a broader flea program, but do not stack treatments in a way that exceeds either label. See also Adams Plus Flea & Tick Shampoo.
The label notes drooling may be observed for a short period after application.
No. Older Adams Mist products used different actives. This Plus spray is the etofenprox + methoprene formula (EPA 2724-797-270).
16 oz and 32 oz on this page. The brand also lists an 8 oz size.
This page summarizes the manufacturer's EPA-accepted label and published product information. It is a violation of federal law to use a pesticide in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Always read and follow the label on the product you receive.
| Directions | Directions (Adams Plus label summary)
It is a violation of federal law to use this product inconsistently with its labeling. Read the full label on the bottle. |
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