Johnson'S Pigeon Insect Spray
JOHNSON'S VETERINARY PRODUCTS LTD
SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
1. NAME OF PRODUCT:
Johnson's Pigeon 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:
Pigeons.
5.2 Indications for Use:
Insecticidal spray to kill mites and lice on pigeons.
5.3 Contra-Indications:
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" (38cm).
Do not exceed stated dose.
5.4 Undesirable effects:
None reported.
5.5 Special Precautions for Use:
For external use only.
Extremely flammable. Pressurised container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50C. 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.
5.6 Use during pregnancy and lactation:
Not contra-indicated.
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5.7 Interaction with other medicaments and other forms of interaction:
None reported.
5.8 Posology and method of administration:
Directions for use: Treat birds singly inside the loft. Spray each bird for 4‑6 seconds only according to size. Spray lightly at rear of bird from about 15" (38cm), parting feathers. Avoid eyes. Avoid spraying over food and water containers. Repeat every 3‑4 days until infestation is cleared. Use occasionally as a precaution, particularly after racing or showing. To help prevent reinfestation, also allow spray to fall on surroundings such as baskets, fittings, lofts. NOTE: Most effective way of treatment: one person holds bird, protecting its eyes with one hand, while second person parts feathers and applies spray.
5.9 Overdose (symptoms, emergency procedures, antidotes) (if necessary):
None stated.
5.10 Special warnings for each target species:
For external use only.
If signs of disease persist or appear, consult a Veterinary Surgeon.
Red Mite: As a periodic preventative and in cases of heavy infestation, treat bird rooms, cages, lofts, fittings and all cracks and crevices with a suitable acaricide.
5.11 Withdrawal periods:
Not for use in pigeons intended for human consumption.
5.12 Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the product to animals:
Do not breathe spray mist.
Use in well ventilated area.
Do not smoke when using this product.
Keep treated animals away from fires and other sources of heat for at least 30 minutes following spraying and until feathers are totally dry.
Avoid contact with eyes. In case of accidental eye contact, wash eyes with copious amounts of water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
Do not handle the product if you are allergic to the active ingredients detailed below.
Wash hands after use.
Keep away from food and drink.
6. PHARMACEUTICAL PARTICULARS:
6.1 Incompatibilities (major):
6.2 Shelf-life:
30 months.
6.3 Special precautions for storage:
Do not store above 25C.
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE – Pressurised container. Protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50C. Do not pierce or burn even after use. Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent material.
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6.4 Nature and contents of container:
Pack Size: 250ml
Container: Unlined tinplate aerosol can.
Closure/Dosing device: Valve and actuator delivering 0.43g product per second.
6.5 Name and Address of Licence Holder/Marketing Company:
Johnson's Veterinary Products Ltd
5 Reddicap Trading Estate
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands B75 7DF
6.6 Special precautions for the disposal of unused product or waste materials, if any:
None.
Harmful to fish and crustaceans. Do not contaminate aquaria and fish bowls with the product.
7.0 Final Information
MA No. Vm01759/4046
Date of last revision of SPC: 28.10.03
Date renewal issued: 26.03.03
Conditions of supply: GSL
May be sold or supplied otherwise than by or under the supervision of a pharmacist as a medicinal product on a General Sales List.
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28.10.03 |
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Revised per MA Renewal issued 26 March 2003. |