Solution® 3,5% L.A.

SOLUTION® 3,5 % L.A. is an antiparasitic remedy for cattle and sheep.

FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY

SOLUTION® 3,5% L.A.                                                                                    

Reg. No. G3689 (Act 36/1947)

Namibia Reg. No. V06/18.1.2/651 [NS0]

INDICATIONS

An antiparasitic remedy for cattle and sheep.

COMPOSITION

Contains ivermectin* 2,25 % m/v and abamectin* 1,25 % m/v.

* Macrocyclic lactone

CAUTION

STORAGE

  • Store in a cool, dry place at or below 25 °C.
  • Protect from exposure to direct sunlight and moisture.

WARNINGS   

  • Withdrawal period:   Cattle must not be slaughtered for human consumption within 120 days of last treatment.                         

Sheep must not be slaughtered for human consumption within 70 days of last treatment.

  • Do not use in dairy cattle.
  • Do not administer to calves less than 16 weeks of age.
  • It can safely be used in lambs weighing 10 kg or more.
  • Do not administer intravenously or intramuscularly.
  • Dispose of empty containers according to local waste disposal regulations and do not reuse for any other purpose.
  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN, UNINFORMED PERSONS AND ANIMALS.
  • Although this remedy has been extensively tested under a large variety of conditions, failure thereof may ensue as a result of a wide range of reasons. If this is suspected, seek veterinary advice and notify the registration holder.

PRECAUTIONS

  • Vaccination of cattle against Clostridium infections (e.g. black quarter) prior to the treatment with Solution® 3,5% L.A. is recommended.
  • Sheep should be vaccinated against pulpy kidney (enterotoxaemia) before treatment.
  • Do not smoke or eat while handling the product.
  • Wash hands after use.
  • Do not reuse empty bottles.
  • Store bottle in the carton to protect from light.

N.B.: Transitory discomfort has been observed in some animals following subcutaneous administration. A low incidence of soft tissue swelling may be observed at the injection site. These reactions are normal and usually resolve without treatment. Consult your veterinarian if swelling persists.

ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY

Studies indicate that when ivermectin comes in contact with the soil, it readily and tightly binds to the soil and becomes inactive over time. Drug containers and any residual content should be disposed of safely in accordance with local waste disposal regulations as free ivermectin may adversely affect fish and certain waterborne organisms.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE – USE ONLY AS DIRECTED

Solution® 3,5% L.A. should be given subcutaneously as a single dose at the recommended dosage level of 1 mℓ per 50 kg body mass (450 µg ivermectin per kg body mass and 250 µg abamectin per kg body mass).

Use sterile equipment and follow aseptic procedures. Do not dilute or mix with any other product.

Use a sterile needle for each animal to be injected.

Dosage table:

MassDose volumeMassDose volume
50 kg1 mℓ301 -350 kg7 mℓ
51 – 100 kg2 mℓ351 – 400 kg8 mℓ
101 – 150 kg3 mℓ401 – 450 kg9 mℓ
151 – 200 kg4 mℓ451 – 500 kg10 mℓ
201 – 250 kg5 mℓ501 – 550 kg11 mℓ
251 – 300 kg6 mℓ551 – 600 kg12 mℓ

EFFICACY

Roundworm species

Cattle
Gastro-intestinal nematode speciesImmatureAdultResidual activity #
Wireworm (Haemonchus contortus)**49 days
Brown stomach worm (Ostertagia ostertagi)**56 days
Cattle bankrupt worm (Cooperia spp.)**42 days
Hookworm (Bunostomum phlebotomum)**56 days
Nodular worm (Oesophagostomum radiatum)**56 days
Lung nematode species   
Lungworm (Dictyocaulus viviparous)**
Sheep
Gastro-intestinal nematode speciesImmatureAdult
Wireworm (Haemonchus contortus)**
Bankrupt worms Trichostrongylus colubriformis Nematodirus spathiger Strongyloides papillosus Trichostrongylus vitrines**
Brown stomach worm Teladorsagia circumcincta**

* Controls (> 90 % effective)

# Period between treatment and reinfestation

Tick species

CattleControls and prevents reinfestation for
Blue ticks (Boophilus spp.)54 days *

* (> 90 % effective)   

Ectoparasitic mite species

**SheepKills and prevents reinfestation for
Sheep scab mites (Psoroptes communis ovis)56 days

Kills sheep scab mites and controls an outbreak with a single injection.

Sheep scab is a controlled disease, contact the State Veterinarian.

** All sheep that are injected must be marked to ensure all sheep have been injected.

PRESENTATION

50 mℓ and 500 mℓ vials.

Amber glass vials with a bromobutyl rubber stopper held in place by a nylon screw on cap and packed in a carton outer container.

REGISTRATION HOLDER

Intervet South Africa (Pty) Ltd.

20 Spartan Road, Spartan

1619, RSA

Tel: +27 (0) 11 923 9300

E-mail: msdahza@msd.com

www.msd-animal-health.co.za

MANUFACTURER

Burchem Research (Pty) Ltd.

54 Electron Avenue

Isando

DATE OF PUBLICATION OF PACKAGE INSERT     

24 April 2018