Z-Itch 250ml

Product Description

Not authorised for use in horses or donkeys intended for human consumption.

FULL DATA SHEET

Target species Horses and donkeys.

Indications for use for each target species For use as an aid in the control of sweet itch due to its repellent effect on the biting insect Culicoides spp.

Contraindications Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients. Do not use in equids suffering from hepatic disease. Do not use in cats.

Special warnings Sweet itch is believed to be caused by hypersensitivity to the bites of flying insects e.g. Culicoides species. In addition to treatment, other measures should be taken to reduce exposure to such insects where practicable. It may be appropriate for owners to seek veterinary advice on management of horses with sweet itch. It is also recommended that Revised: April 2023 AN: 01054/2022  owners seek veterinary advice in severe cases of sweet itch and in cases of sweet itch which do not respond to treatment. Washing or exposure to rain after application of the veterinary medicinal product may affect protection. Unnecessary use of antiparasitics or use deviating from the instructions given in the SPC may increase the resistance selection pressure and lead to reduced efficacy. The decision to use the product should be based on confirmation of the parasitic species and burden, or of the risk of infestation based on its epidemiological features, for each individual animal. 3.5 Special precautions for use Special precautions for safe use in the target species: For external use only. The veterinary medicinal product must not be applied forward of the ears. Take care to avoid eye contact. In case of accidental splashing into the animal's eye, the affected eye should be washed thoroughly and immediately with copious quantities of clean water and veterinary attention sought. Do not treat the saddle area. Procedure for patch testing: Using protective gloves apply a small quantity of the veterinary medicinal product (about 1 ml) to an identifiable area at the base of the animal’s neck and rub onto the skin with a swab. Wrap the used swab in the gloves and dispose of safely. At 24 and 48 hours after application, examine the area to which the veterinary medicinal product was applied and observe the skin for signs of reaction (redness, swelling, flaking or exudation). If a reaction occurs after the patch testing, do not use the veterinary medicinal product on the animal. If adverse reactions should occur, treatment should be stopped immediately. Any resulting skin irritation is short lived. See also section 3.6. Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals: The veterinary medicinal product may cause neurotoxic effects and skin and eye irritation. Personal protective equipment consisting of protective clothing, boots and chemically resistant gloves such as rubber, PVC or nitrile should be worn when handling the veterinary medicinal product. In case of accidental spillage onto skin or into eyes rinse immediately with water. Wash hands after use. Use in a well ventilated area. Ensure that the treated area is dry before allowing skin contact with the treated animal

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