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DYSECT/RENEGADE 1.25% w/v Pour-On for Sheep
- Dysect/Renegade 1.25% pour-on contains alphacypermethrin for use as a topical ectoparasiticide on sheep of all ages including for the control of blow fly strike flies in sheep and lice and ticks in lambs.
- Alphacypermethrin is a non-systemic pyrethroid insecticide that has been incorporated into an oily base, "ready to use" Pour-On formulation to be applied as a single 40 o 25 ml volume dose along the mid-line of the animal.
- Administration of the product is facilitated by means of dispenser packs with internal calibrated chamber with 500 ml or 1 litre capacity collapsible pack.
Description
DYSECT/RENEGADE POUR-ON for sheep is a clear dark green pour-on solution containing per liter:
| Active substance: | |
|---|---|
| Alphacypermethrin | 12,5 g |
| Excipient: | |
| Copper Chlorophyll Complex (E141) | 0.06 w.v. |
INDICATIONS
For the control and treatment of blow fly strike, on sheep and lambs and for the treatment of lice and ticks on sheep. Reduces the incidence of headfly strike in sheep and lambs for up to 6 weeks.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Do not treat lambs under one week old and avoid treating animals in very hot weather.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
Alphacypermethrin pour-on occasionally causes temporary irritation, lasting between 24 and
72 hours, in cattle. However no significant adverse reactions were recorded with sheep during
the field trials for this product.
Discolouration of the fleece may be observed in some sheep from approximately 6 to 8 weeks
after treatment.
TARGET SPECIES
Sheep and lambs
DOSAGE, ROUTE AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION
The product is applied at a rate of 40 mls for animals weighing 25 kg or more, and 25 mls for
animals weighing less than 25 kg. The dose is applied using an adjustable dosing gun fitted
with a T-bar with 3 or 4 outlets and is applied directly onto the wool in a band from the back
of the head to the base of the tail. For the reduction of headfly strike 5mls per animal is
applied between the horns, irrespective of size of the animal.
Blowfly - For the control of blowfly a single application will normally provide 8 to 10 weeks
protection. Re-treatment may be necessary after this period. For the treatment of blowfly
strike, a single treatment applied to the infected area will ensure blowfly larvae are killed.
Ticks - A single treatment will normally provide control of ticks for 8 to 12 weeks.
Headfly - A single treatment will reduce the incidence for up to 6 weeks.
Lice - A single treatment will normally kill all lice.
| DOSAGE (ml) | ||
| PEST | SHEEP (>25KG) | LAMBS (<25KG) |
| Blowfly | 40 | 25 |
| Lice | 40 | |
| Ticks | 40 | |
| Headfly | 5 | 5 |
WITHDRAWAL PERIOD
Milk: not for use in sheep producing milk for human consumption.
National label conditions must be observed by country.
SHELF LIFE
Shelf life of the veterinary medicinal product as packaged for sale: 18 months.
SPECIAL STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Do not store above 25°C.
Store in a dry place.
Store upright in the tightly closed original container.
Protect from direct sunlight.
Avoid extremes of temperature.
Store away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
SPECIAL WARNINGS
For topical application only.
Because alphacypermethrin is retained in the wool grease of the fleece, it is recommended
that the product be applied to sheep with a minimum wool length of 1.0cm.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product
to animals
Wear waterproof apron and boots and impervious gloves when applying the product and when
handling recently treated animals.
Use the product in a well-ventilated area.
Wash any splashes from the skin and eyes immediately, using plenty of water.
Remove heavily contaminated clothing immediately and wash before re-use
Wash hands and exposed skin with soap and water after treatment and before eating drinking
and smoking.
Any unused product or waste material should be disposed of in accordance with national
requirements.
DANGEROUS to fish and aquatic life. Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with
the product or empty container.
OTHER INFORMATION
ATC Vet Code: QP53AC08
Nature and composition of immediate packaging
The container is a fluorinated HDPE backpack dispenser of 2.5 litre and 5 litre content.
National label conditions must be observed by country.


