Mankind Extick Powder for Dogs and Cats - Tick and Flea Control With Antifungal Protection and a Fresh Fragrance

An active tick or flea problem needs something that works on contact - right now, across the whole body, without waiting for a monthly treatment cycle to take effect. And in a country like India, where ticks are year-round and infestations can escalate quickly, having a reliable, affordable ectoparasiticide powder at home is one of the most practical things a pet parent can keep in their kit.

Mankind Extick Powder is a fast-acting tick, flea, and lice control powder for dogs and cats, containing Propoxur 1% as the active ingredient - the same class of carbamate ectoparasiticide used in several vet-trusted tick control products in India. What sets Extick apart from a plain Propoxur talc is the broader formulation: alongside the ectoparasiticide action, it includes an antifungal agent, a soothing component that relieves the skin irritation caused by parasite bites, and a deodorant with a pleasant fragrance that keeps your pet's coat smelling fresh after application.

Manufactured and marketed by PET MANKIND Division of Mankind Pharma Ltd., 208, Okhla Industrial Estate Phase 3, New Delhi - 110020. Country of origin: India.

Each gram contains: Propoxur - 10 mg (1.0% w/w), with Talc as carrier, Antifungal agent, Soothing agent, Deodorant, and Perfume - all q.s.

100g pack at ₹170. This is a prescription medication. Use under veterinary supervision.

What Are the Uses and Benefits of Mankind Extick Powder?

Extick Powder is indicated for the control and management of external parasites in dogs and cats. Here's the full picture of what it does:

• Tick elimination - including Rhipicephalus sanguineus (the Brown Dog Tick, the most prevalent tick in Indian urban environments), Propoxur kills ticks on contact when the powder is dusted and rubbed into the coat to skin level. For dogs with a visible tick infestation, Extick provides immediate surface knock-down while you put a longer-term monthly prevention plan in place. For more on tick-borne diseases in India, the blog on tick fever in dogs - symptoms, treatment and prevention explains how rapidly a tick infestation can lead to serious illness.
• Flea elimination - fleas are killed on contact with the Propoxur when it reaches the skin. This is particularly useful for dogs suffering from Flea Allergy Dermatitis, where a reduction in flea numbers brings rapid relief from the intense itching and skin inflammation that flea saliva causes.
• Lice and mite control - the ectoparasiticide action extends to sucking and biting lice, providing broader external parasite coverage than flea and tick-only products.
• Antifungal protection is an important additional benefit of this formulation - one that most plain ectoparasiticide powders don't offer. Secondary fungal skin infections are common in dogs and cats with significant tick or flea infestations, since scratching and biting at bite sites breaks the skin barrier and creates entry points for fungal organisms. The antifungal component in Extick helps address this secondary risk alongside the primary parasite control.
• Soothing relief from parasite bite irritation is built directly into the formula. The soothing agent reduces the redness, inflammation, and itching caused by tick and flea bites at the skin level - your pet feels more comfortable during and after the treatment.
• Deodorant and fresh fragrance - Extick leaves a pleasant, lasting freshness on the coat after application. This is a meaningful quality-of-life addition for pet parents who handle their pets daily and whose pets sleep on furniture or in bed.
• Antibacterial action on the coat - alongside the antifungal, the formula also helps reduce surface bacterial populations on the coat, which is relevant for pets with bite wounds or compromised skin.

What Are the Possible Side Effects?

Extick Powder is well tolerated by most dogs and cats when applied externally as directed. Serious side effects are uncommon with correct use.

• Mild skin irritation or redness at the application site can occasionally occur in pets with very sensitive skin. If persistent irritation is observed, wash off with mild soap and water and contact your vet.
• Respiratory irritation can occur if the powder is inhaled in significant amounts during application - particularly around the face and head. Apply carefully in this area and avoid creating an airborne cloud of powder near your pet's nose or mouth.
• If ingested - if your pet licks a heavily powder-coated area before it settles - mild salivation, nausea, or digestive upset may occur. Keep your pet from grooming for at least 15-20 minutes after application. For significant ingestion causing drooling, tremors, or breathing difficulty, contact your vet immediately - Atropine is the antidote and must be administered by a vet.
• Do not use on puppies below 4 weeks of age. Their skin is more permeable and their systems are not ready for carbamate exposure at this age.
• Do not use on pets with open wounds, cuts, or severely broken skin without veterinary guidance - the active ingredient can penetrate more readily through damaged skin.

How Should You Apply Extick Powder to Your Pet?

• Brush your pet's coat first to remove any tangles and loose hair - a combed coat distributes the powder more evenly and allows it to reach the skin more effectively.
• Make sure the coat is dry before applying. Do not apply to a wet coat.
• Dust the powder liberally over your pet's entire body. Start at the head - applying carefully around the ears, avoiding the eyes, nose, and mouth - and work backwards to the tail. Include the neck, back, belly, legs, and between the toes. These areas where ticks commonly hide should be given particular attention.
• After dusting, gently massage or rub the powder into the coat so it reaches the skin. The contact kill mechanism of Propoxur requires it to reach skin level - surface dusting without rubbing in significantly reduces effectiveness. A fine-tooth comb worked through the coat after dusting helps distribute the powder deeper.
• Keep your pet calm and occupied for 15-20 minutes after application to allow the powder to settle before they shake or groom it off.
• For severe infestations, the treatment can be repeated twice a week. For regular prevention, use as directed by your vet - typically every 2-4 weeks.
• Do not use on puppies below 4 weeks of age.

How Does Extick Powder Work?

• Extick Powder works through Propoxur - a carbamate-class ectoparasiticide - alongside supporting ingredients that address the secondary effects of a parasite infestation.
• Propoxur (1.0% w/w) kills ticks, fleas, and lice by inhibiting Acetylcholinesterase - the enzyme that breaks down the neurotransmitter Acetylcholine in the nervous systems of parasites. When Acetylcholinesterase is blocked, Acetylcholine accumulates at the nerve-muscle junction, causing continuous, uncontrolled nerve firing. The parasite cannot control its muscles, enters a state of sustained neuromuscular spasm, and dies rapidly from nervous system failure. This is a contact kill - the parasite doesn't need to feed for the effect to occur; it needs only to come into contact with the powder at the skin level. This fast, contact-driven mechanism is what produces the rapid relief reported by pet parents typically within hours of application.
• The antifungal agent in the formulation works against the fungal organisms - including Malassezia and dermatophytes - that commonly take hold in skin compromised by scratching and bite wounds. Rather than simply killing the parasites and leaving the secondary infection untreated, Extick begins addressing this at the same time.
• The soothing agent reduces inflammatory mediators in the skin at bite sites, calming the redness, heat, and itching response at the cellular level.
• Talc acts as the carrier - providing the powder base that allows even distribution of all active and supporting components through the coat and to the skin surface.
• The deodorant and perfume components leave the coat smelling fresh and provide a masking effect that deters re-infestation from environmental parasites for a period after each application.

What Safety Advice Should You Know Before Using Extick Powder?

• For external use only on dogs and cats. Do not use internally.
• Do not use on puppies under 4 weeks of age.
• Do not use on pets with open wounds, cuts, or significantly broken skin without veterinary guidance.
• Do not use on diabetic dogs - Propoxur can affect blood glucose regulation even through topical application.
• Do not allow your pet to lick or ingest the powder. Keep them from grooming for at least 15-20 minutes after application. If ingestion causes drooling, tremors, or breathing difficulty, contact your vet immediately.
• Avoid application near the eyes, mouth, and nose. Be particularly careful when applying around the face and head.
• Do not use alongside other carbamate or organophosphate products - cumulative exposure increases the risk of adverse effects.
• Wear gloves during application. Wash hands thoroughly afterwards.
• Keep children away from treated pets until the powder has fully settled into the coat.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the container tightly closed. Do not store near food or food preparation areas. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

What Should You Do If You Miss an Application?

• Apply as soon as you remember and continue from that date. Do not double dose.
• During any gap in treatment - particularly during India's post-monsoon tick peak from August through October - check your pet's coat manually after every outdoor walk. Focus on the ears, neck, belly, and between the toes.
• Extick Powder works best as part of a broader parasite management routine. Use it for rapid contact kill and environmental treatment during active infestations, combined with a monthly systemic treatment (spot-on or oral tablet) for longer-term ongoing prevention.

What Are All the Substitutes for Mankind Extick Powder?

If Extick Powder is unavailable or your vet recommends a different format, here are alternatives on Supertails:

Product	Active Ingredient	Format	Notes
Petcare Notix Powder for Dogs and Cats	Propoxur 1%	Powder	Same active, different brand; plain talc base
Savavet Fiprofort Fipronil Tick and Flea Control Spray for Dogs & Cats	Fipronil	Spray	Pharmaceutical spray; same broad use case, different format
TTK Big Boss Fipronil Tick and Flea Control Spray for Dogs and Cats	Fipronil	Spray	Fast-acting contact spray
Bark Out Loud Natural Flea & Tick Spray for Pets	Cedarwood, Rosemary, Sesame oils	Spray	Natural herbal alternative

What Are Some Quick Tips for Getting the Most Out of Extick Powder?

• Brush the coat before every application. Loose hair and tangles trap the powder on the coat surface rather than allowing it to reach the skin - a quick brush-out before dusting takes 60 seconds and meaningfully improves how well the Propoxur penetrates to where the parasites are.
• Always apply on a dry coat. Wet fur causes the powder to clump rather than distribute evenly - wait until your pet is fully dry from a bath or rain exposure before dusting.
• Use a comb after dusting to work the powder deeper. Simply dusting and leaving it is less effective than following up with a fine-tooth comb that helps carry the powder from the outer coat surface to the skin level where parasites are attached.
• Treat the environment at the same time as your pet. Flea eggs and larvae in your pet's sleeping area will reinfest them within hours of treatment if the environment isn't addressed. Dust the bedding and resting surfaces lightly alongside treating the animal.
• Keep pets from grooming each other immediately after application - in multi-pet households, one cat grooming another that has just been powdered can ingest Propoxur. Separate them for 15-20 minutes after each application until the powder has settled.

Vet Tip - Dr Devyani, MVSc (6+ years)

"One thing pet parents often don't realise about ectoparasiticide powders like Extick is that the antifungal component is there for a real reason - not just marketing. When a dog has been dealing with a significant tick or flea infestation for any length of time, the constant scratching and biting almost always causes micro-abrasions on the skin surface. Malassezia - a yeast-type fungal organism - absolutely loves those compromised skin conditions and can establish very quickly. I've seen dogs treated with a plain antiparasitic that cleared the ticks beautifully but was left with a secondary fungal skin condition because the surface skin environment wasn't addressed at the same time. The antifungal component in Extick covers this second step proactively, which is one of the reasons I prefer it over plain talc-based powders for dogs that have been scratching significantly before treatment."

What Do Vets Also Recommend?

For complete tick and flea management alongside Extick Powder, here's what's worth exploring on Supertails:

• The full dog fleas and ticks collection and cat fleas and ticks collection bring together all vet-approved tick and flea treatments - powders, sprays, spot-ons, shampoos, and oral tablets - so you can build a comprehensive parasite control plan for your pet.
• The pharmacy tick and flea control for dogs collection has prescription-grade monthly spot-ons and oral treatments for sustained long-term prevention alongside the powder.
• For dogs whose skin has been significantly affected by tick or flea bites, the dog skin and coat care collection has medicated shampoos and skin recovery products to support healing alongside parasite elimination.
• And for a vet to advise on the right complete tick and flea management plan for your specific pet - Supertails' online vet consultation service is available whenever you need it.

Disclaimer: Supertails' sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate, and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

Fast Tick and Flea Kill, Antifungal Protection, and a Fresh Coat - All in One Powder

Most tick powders do one thing: kill parasites. Mankind Extick does four - ectoparasiticide action against ticks, fleas, and lice, antifungal protection for skin compromised by bites and scratching, soothing relief from bite site irritation, and a deodorant fragrance that keeps your pet's coat smelling fresh after every application.

100g. ₹170. Shop Mankind Extick Powder for Dogs and Cats on Supertails and get it delivered to your door.

FAQs

What is the use of Extick Powder?

Mankind Extick Powder is an ectoparasiticide powder for dogs and cats containing Propoxur 1% w/w. It kills ticks, fleas, sucking and biting lice on contact when dusted over the pet and rubbed to the skin level. The formula also includes an antifungal agent, a soothing component for bite site irritation, and a deodorant with a pleasant fragrance - making it a more comprehensive parasite management powder than a plain Propoxur talc.

What is the price of Extick Powder?

The Mankind Extick Powder (100g) is priced at ₹170 on Supertails - making it one of the most affordable pharmaceutical-grade tick and flea control powders available in India. At 100g per pack, it provides multiple applications and is suitable for both periodic infestation treatment and routine preventive use between monthly spot-on applications.

How do you use tick powder on dogs and cats?

Brush your pet's coat first to remove tangles, then ensure the coat is completely dry. Dust the powder liberally over the entire body - starting from the head and working towards the tail, including the neck, belly, legs, and between the toes. Avoid the eyes, nose, and mouth. After dusting, rub or comb the powder firmly into the coat so it reaches the skin, where Propoxur can contact and kill parasites. Keep your pet from grooming for 15-20 minutes after application. Repeat every 2-4 weeks or as directed by your vet, and twice a week during severe infestations.

What powder kills ticks and fleas on dogs and cats?

Mankind Extick Powder kills ticks, fleas, and lice through its active ingredient Propoxur - a carbamate-class ectoparasiticide that works by inhibiting Acetylcholinesterase in the nervous systems of parasites, causing rapid neuromuscular failure and contact kill. Other Propoxur-based powders include Petcare Notix Powder. Herbal alternatives like Captain Zack Irradicate use plant-based repellent actives. Fipronil-based sprays like Savavet Fiprofort are an effective alternative format for pets who won't tolerate powder application.

Is tick powder safe for dogs and cats?

Mankind Extick Powder is safe for dogs and cats when used as directed - applied externally on a dry coat, with care taken to avoid the eyes, mouth, and nose, and preventing your pet from ingesting the powder by keeping them from grooming for 15-20 minutes after application. Do not use on puppies under 4 weeks of age, on diabetic dogs, or on pets with open wounds. If ingestion causes salivation, tremors, or breathing difficulty, contact your vet immediately. Always wear gloves during application and wash hands thoroughly afterwards.