Cypermethrin

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Cypermethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide used for the treatment and prevention of ectoparasite infestations in animals. It is particularly effective against lice, ticks, mites, and flies in both livestock and companion animals. Read more

Cypermethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide used for the treatment and prevention of ectoparasite infestations in animals. It is particularly effective against lice, ticks, mites, and flies in both livestock and companion animals.

Essential insights

  • Disruption of the nervous system: Cypermethrin disrupts sodium channels in the nerve cells of parasites. This leads to hyperexcitation of nerve signals, causing paralysis and death of the parasite.
  • Rapid action: The compound is quickly absorbed by parasites, making it effective for both treatment and prevention.
  • Selective toxicity: Cypermethrin is selectively toxic to insects, as their nervous systems are far more sensitive to pyrethroids compared to mammals. This minimizes side effects in the host animal.

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