Activyl is a once-a-month topical flea and tick treatment for cats and kittens weighing 2 lbs or more. It contains the active ingredient indoxacarb, which is activated by the flea's enzymes and causes paralysis and death within 8 hours. The document provides directions for application to the back of the neck and cautions against use on kittens under 8 weeks, pregnant/nursing cats, or applying more than once per month. It lists the active ingredient concentration and residual ingredients and is manufactured by Merck.