Bed Bugs Control Tablets. The average life span of the bed bug is 6 12 months and they feed every 10 days or so during this time. When trying to control bed bugs in your home. Do not use pesticides meant for garden or agricultural use.
Look for epa registered pesticides that have bed bugs listed on the label. The drug called ivermectin is the active ingredient in heartworm medication for dogs and the human version is commonly prescribed for.
Bed bugs will mate soon after becoming mature so the time from egg hatch to egg laying is 4 to 9 weeks under favorable conditions.
Do not use pesticides meant for garden or agricultural use. Improper use can harm your health or cause a fire or explosion. Do not use products that appear to be homemade or custom formulated or products purchased from someone without a license. Use foggers bug bombs only with extreme care and only if bed bugs are listed on the label.
