Deosect
Active substance
ATC code
Species
Horses.
Indications
Topical spray to control flies and lice on horses.
Dose to be administered and administration route
Deosect must be diluted and mixed with water to make a solution just before use. A knapsack, hand sprayer or sponge may be used to apply the solution. The solution should be used within 24 hours. Avoid spraying directly into animal’s eyes.
One litre of Deosect should be diluted with 50 litres of water. Alternatively, the following table may be used.
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Deosect |
Water |
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10ml |
500ml |
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20ml |
1 litre |
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100ml |
5 litre |
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200ml |
10 litre |
A medium fine spray is advisable to avoid fogging of the diluted Deosect. Careful attention must be paid to total animal coverage, especially the face, legs, back and hindquarters. The following amounts should be used.
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Adult horses |
-500 ml of diluted solution per animal |
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Ponies |
-125 ml of diluted solution per animal |
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.
Adverse reactions
This product belongs to the pyrethroid group. Possible undesirable effects can be irritation and allergic reactions on the skin.
