Users' questions

Is Dectomax harmful to humans?

Is Dectomax harmful to humans?

Under normal conditions of intended use, this material is not expected to be an inhalation hazard. May be harmful if swallowed. However, ingestion is not likely to be a primary route of occupational exposure. Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation.

Is Dectomax same as ivermectin?

The activity of Dectomax was stronger and last longer than Ivomec as it reduced the number of mites on the tested animals four weeks after treatment. The Ivomec (1% ivermectin) dose of 0.2 mg kg-1 on body weight basis is not effective in killing the mite infestation in a short period of time.

What is Dectomax used for?

DECTOMAX® Injectable Solution is indicated for the treatment and control of gastrointestinal roundworms, lungworms, eyeworms, grubs (see precautions), sucking lice and mange mites. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism.

Is doramectin and ivermectin the same?

Doramectin is a derivative of ivermectin. Similarly to other drugs of this family, it is produced by fermentation by selected strains of Streptomyces avermitilis.

How much Doramectin is in a Dectomax injection?

DECTOMAX® Injectable Solution is a ready-to-use, colorless to pale yellow, sterile solution containing 1% w/v doramectin (10 mg/mL). In cattle, DECTOMAX is formulated to deliver the recommended dosage (200 mcg/kg of body weight) when given by subcutaneous (SC) or intramuscular (IM) injection at the rate of 1 mL/110 lb of body weight.

What kind of product is Dectomax for cattle?

PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS Dectomax injectable solution is a highly active, broad-spectrum parasiticide for parenteral administration to cattle and swine. It contains doramectin, a novel fermentation-derived macrocyclic lactone. Doramectin is isolated from fermentations of selected strains derived from the soil organism Streptomyces avermitilis.

When is the best time to use Dectomax?

To obtain optimal benefits from Dectomax™ Solution for Injection, it is recommended that cattle should be treated at turnout and eight weeks later.

What’s the difference between Dectomax and avermitilis?

Doramectin is a novel, fermentation-derived product of avermectin class of highly active, broad- spectrum antiparasitic agents. Doramectin is isolated from fermentations of a genetically altered strain of Streptomyces avermitilis. DECTOMAX® is a ready-to-use, pale yellow, sterile solution containing 1 % (10 mg/ml) doramectin.