Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Source: VMD (Veterinary Medicines Directorate)
Piperonyl Butoxide, Pyrethrum Extract 25%
Johnson's Veterinary Products Ltd
Piperonyl Butoxide, Pyrethrum Extract 25%
Cutaneous spray, solution
AVM-GSL - Authorised Veterinary Medicine – General Sales List
Cats, Dogs, Pigeon (non-food producing)
Ectoparasiticide
Authorized
1991-10-08
JOHNSON'S VETERINARY PRODUCTS LTD SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS 1. NAME OF PRODUCT: Johnson's Anti-Pest Insect Spray. 2. QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION: Active Ingredients: Pyrethrum Extract 25% 0.8% w/w Piperonyl Butoxide 1.0% w/w 3. PHARMACEUTICAL FORM: Cutaneous spray solution. 4. PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES: Pyrethrins/Piperonyl Butoxide The plant Pyrethrum is a chrysanthemum; the powdered, dried flower heads contain active principles mainly in the form of pyrethrins. Pyrethrins have insecticidal activity producing both knock-down and mortality in a range of insects, and low mammalian toxicity. Common names: Dalmatian insect powder and Persian insect powder. Piperonyl butoxide acts as a synergist when combined with pyrethrin and prolongs its action. 5. CLINICAL PARTICULARS: 5.1 Target Species: Dogs and Cats over 12 weeks of age, also Pigeons. 5.2 Indications for Use: Insecticidal spray to kill fleas on dogs and cats over 12 weeks of age and mites and lice on pigeons. 5.3 Contra-Indications: Do not exceed stated dose. Dogs & Cats: Do not use on puppies or kittens under 12 weeks of age or on nursing bitches or queens. Pigeons: Do not use on pigeons intended for human consumption. Do not spray on delicate underwings, but use a suitable insect powder. Do not spray closer than 15" (38cms). All target species: If signs of disease persist or appear, consult a Veterinary Surgeon promptly. 5.4 Undesirable effects: Self grooming in cats may cause transient salivation. 5.5 Special Precautions for Use: Extremely flammable. Pressurised contained: Protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50ºC. Do not pierce or burn even after use. Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent material. Keep away from sources of ignition – No smoking. - 2 - 5.6 Use during pregnancy and lactation: Do not use on nursing bitches or queens. 5.7 Interaction with other medicaments and other forms of interaction: None reported. 5.8 Posology and method of administration: Directions for use: DOGS AND CAT Read the complete document