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Countdown HE 0.535% w/v Ready to Use Teat Dip and Teat Spray Solution

Active ingredient: Available Iodine

Form

Spray

Species

Cattle

Manufacturer

Evans Vanodine International Plc

VMD MA No.

03940/5002

What it's used for

To be applied diluted by dipping or spraying to dairy cows' teats immediately after milking, as an aid in the control of mastitis in lactating dairy cows,...

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Clinical information

Countdown HE 0.535% w/v Ready to Use Teat Dip and Teat Spray Solution — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.

To be applied diluted by dipping or spraying to dairy cows' teats immediately after
milking, as an aid in the control of mastitis in lactating dairy cows, and as an aid in
the prevention and healing of cracked and chapped teats.

None identified.

The product may cause an allergic reaction in some animals. In the rare case
of a suspected or proven allergy in the herd, it is recommended to change to
a non-iodine teat disinfectant.

None known

Revised: November 2025
MA split from NI Expiry following AN: 01980/2025Page 2 of 5

For external use only.
i. Special precautions for use in animals
Teat dip cups should be emptied after milking and washed before re-use.
Wash and dry udders and teats before next milking.
ii. Special precautions for the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals
CONCENTRATE The following safety phrases relate to the concentrated
product only, and do not apply once the product is diluted to the working
solution:
Risk of serious damage to eyes. Wear eye/face protection when preparing
the dip or spray.
DILUTED WORKING SOLUTION
When using as a spray, avoid working in spray mist.
Avoid contact with eyes, in case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice.
If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or
label.
Hands and exposed skin should be washed after using this product.
Do not eat drink or smoke while using this product.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedstuffs.
iii. Other precautions
None.

Not to be used in conjunction with any other teat dip product.

Do not store above 25°C.
Store in tightly closed original container.
Protect from frost.
Store diluted product only in plastic or glass containers.
Prepare product preparations daily.
If contents freeze they must be thawed and thoroughly mixed before use.
Protect from light.

Milk: Zero hours
Meat: Zero days
5.

This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.