Deosect 5% w/v Concentrate for Cutaneous Spray Solution (Equine) (POM-VPS)

Deosect 5% w/v Concentrate ~ Cutaneous spray for the control of flies and lice on horses:

Deosect is a Cypermethrin spray concentrate for the control of flies and lice on horses. Deosect Spray must be diluted and mixed with water to make a solution just before use. A knapsack, hand sprayer or a sponge may be used to apply the solution. The solution should be used within 24 hours.

Fly Control: The application of the solution should commence at the onset of the fly season and be repeated monthly for general fly control and every two weeks for severe head and face fly control. Lice Control: Apply when lice are observed and repeat as necessary at a minimum interval of 14 days. Dosage & Administration: Deosect Spray must be diluted and mixed with water to make a solution just before use. A knapsack, hand sprayer or a sponge may be used to apply the solution. The solution should be used within 24 hours. Avoid spraying directly into animals eyes. 1 litre (2 pints) of Deosect should be diluted with 50 litres (11 gallons) of water. Alternatively, the following table may be used: Deosect 10 ml : Water 500ml Deosect 20ml : Water 1 litre Deosect 100ml : Water 5 litres Deosect 200ml : Water 10 litres A medium fine spray is advisable to avoid fogging of the diluted Deosect Spray. Careful attention must be paid to total animal coverage, especially the face, legs, back and hind quarters. The following amounts should be used: Adult horses – 500 ml of diluted solution per animal. Ponies – 125 ml of diluted solution per animal. Contraindications & Warnings For animal treatment only. For external use only. Do not apply to any lesions where the skin is broken. Do not spray in or near milking parlours or where milking machinery may be contaminated. This product belongs to the pyrethroid group. Possible undesirable effects can be irritation and allergic reactions on the skin. The product can be safely used during pregnancy and lactation. Deosect spray is of low toxicity and acute poisoning is unlikely to occur.