Petcare Ridd 6 ml

Amitraz belongs to the class of formamidines. The  biological activity of this acaricide is defined by its effectiveness to kill mange mites, ticks and other ectoparasites. The formamidine Amitraz interacts with octopamine-dopamine and 5-OH-tryptamine mediated enhancement of cyclic-AMP production in ectoparasites. Amitraz elevates cyclic AMP production in brain membrane in a dose dependent manner.

COMPOSITION:

Each ml contains:

Amitraz B.P. Vet. : 12.5 % w/v

Emulsifiable carrier : Q.S.

INDICATIONS/BENEFITS:

•             Amitraz               is             the         drug       of            choice   against  demodicosis in dogs. It is highly

effective against sarcoptic mange in animals. It acts on ticks in a very efficient manner

•             Amitraz               effectively          controls                humpsore, earsore, tailsore dermatitis and mange in cattle, buffaloes, small ruminants and wild animals

•             Control                and        treatment           of            ticks       &             fleas    

•             Low       toxicity and        high       margin  of safety

•             Highly   safe       to            use         (Recommended               dose is only 250 ppm. LD50 is as high as 400 mg per kg in rats and 1600 mg per kg in mice orally)

DOSAGE:

One application per week is advised.

Dilution is to be done as follows (per litre of water)

DOGS & CATS

•             Ticks & fleas - 2 ml

•             Mange - 3-4 ml

LARGE ANIMALS

•             Earsore/Humpsore/Tailsore or  dermatitis - 2 ml

•             Mange - 3-4 ml

•             Sarcoptic Mange  - 2-3 applications

•             Demodectic mange  - 5-8 applications

MODE OF APPLICATION:

Clip the hair and bathe the animal with soap/shampoo and water. Pat dry with a towel and make a dip concentrate as per dosage. Apply the solution all over the body and on the affected area liberally with thorough scrubbing. Allow it to dry. Do not give bath for a week after application