Crovect 1.25% w/v Pour-on Solution for Sheep
Active ingredient: Cypermethrin Cis 80:Trans 20
Form
Spot-on
Species
Manufacturer
Elanco GmbH
VMD MA No.
52127/3014
What it's used for
For the treatment and control of headflies. For the treatment of tick infestation with a persistent efficacy of 10 weeks (the majority of ticks killed with...
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Crovect 1.25% w/v Pour-on Solution for Sheep — SPC Details
Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.
persistent efficacy of 10 weeks (the majority of ticks killed within 3 hours) and
treatment of biting lice in sheep. For the prevention and treatment of blowfly strike in
sheep.
is stored, immediately expel any remaining product in the dosing gun.
Failure to use the product as directed may result in suboptimal parasite control.
Administer by means of a Crovect Pour-On Gun as follows:
Blowflies:
Prevention of blowfly strike
Bodyweight
Dose Doses per litre
Up to 25 kg*
20 ml50
25 to 40 kg
30 ml33
Over 40 kg
40 ml25
*Do not administer to animals of less than 12.5 kg bodyweight.
Apply as a fan-spray to the surface of the fleece on the back and hindquarters of the
sheep using the Pour-On Gun fitted with the fan-spray nozzle. Half the dose should
be applied to the shoulders, back and flanks, and half to the rump. The distance
between the nozzle and the fleece should be approximately 20 cm. Each dose will
require 2 or 3 sweeps to apply.
Revised: April 2025
AN: 04322/2024
THE PRODUCT WILL PREVENT BLOWFLY STRIKE ONLY ON
AREAS COVERED BY SPRAY.
One application will give 6-8 weeks protection. Re-treat as required.
Treatment of blowfly strike
Apply directly to all the affected parts at the rate of 2.5 ml per 100 –150 cm
(roughly
the size of a hand). The T-bar nozzle should be used. Most strikes will require 5-10
ml.
Ensure that all affected parts are treated. A single application is sufficient to ensure
that larvae are expelled and killed within a few hours.
Lice:
Bodyweight
Dose Doses per litre
Up to 20 kg
5 ml 200
21 to 40 kg
10 ml100
41 to 60 kg
15 ml66
Over 60 kg
20 ml50
Using the straight nozzle on the Pour-On Gun, apply as a pin-stream from the
shoulders to the rump along the middle of the backline. Sheep may be treated off-
shears or at any time during the year.
Revised: April 2025
AN: 04322/2024
Ticks:
a maximum of 40 ml. One treatment will give 10 weeks cover.
Lambs under 10 kg: 5 ml followed 3 weeks later by a 10 ml application.
Bodyweight
Dose Doses per litre
Up to 10 kg
5 ml 200
11 to 20 kg
10 ml 100
21 to 40 kg
20 ml 50
41 to 60 kg
30 ml 33
Over 60 kg
40 ml 25
Using the straight nozzle on the Pour-On Gun, apply as a pin-stream from the
crown of the head (see section 4.5 (i) regarding avoidance of the eyes) to the top
of the rump.
Headflies:
Apply to the top of the head between the ears using the T-bar nozzle. Take care
not to apply product in the sheep’s eyes.
One application before the start of the headfly season will give up to 4 weeks protection.
Revised: April 2025
AN: 04322/2024
Re-treat as required.
This product contains a blue dye to aid in the identification of treated animals. The
colour is temporary and will fade from the fleece within 48 hours of application.
Avoid treating very young lambs if the weather is unseasonably hot.
For the prevention of blowfly strike; do not administer to animals of less than
12.5 kg bodyweight.
Revised: April 2025
AN: 04322/2024
i. Special precautions for use in animals
Crovect minimises mothering-up problems after treatment. However, care must
be taken not to apply the product right to the lamb’s tail, as a ewe recognises a
young lamb partly by the smell of the tail area.
Blowflies are attracted by dirty, damp wool or open wounds. The most common site
for fly strike is the rump due to soiling caused by diarrhoea and urine staining. The
efficacy of Crovect is reduced in the presence of soiled or dirty wool. Therefore,
sheep must be crutched (dagged) regularly and appropriate worm control measures
employed.
Take care not to apply product in the sheep’s eyes. This precaution should be
observed particularly when treating breeds with little wool on their heads.
Full operating and maintenance instructions, including details on the use of nozzles
are supplied with each Pour-On Gun. Please read carefully before use. Maintain gun
carefully to ensure accurate dosage.
Prior to application, check the Pour-On gun for correct operation and calibration.
For external use only
ii. Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the
veterinary medicinal product to animals
Make sure when attaching the Crovect Pour-On gun onto the container that the
coiled retainer is secured onto the cap and the applicator.
Wear eye protection, protective clothing, rubber gloves and boots when applying
the product.
Wear a disposable face-mask when applying as a fan-spray for the prevention
of blowfly-strike.
Cypermethrin can be skin sensitizing and eye irritating. In a few instances operators
may experience a mild tingling sensation of the skin when using the product. Wash
splashes from skin immediately and thoroughly with plenty of clean water. If irritation
persists seek medical advice immediately. If product splashes in eyes, flush thoroughly
with water for 10 to 15 minutes and seek medical advice immediately.
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash exposed skin with plenty of
clean water.
Do not eat, drink or smoke whilst using the product.
Wash hands and exposed skin before eating, drinking or smoking and after work. Use in
a well-ventilated area and avoid inhaling the vapour.
Revised: April 2025
AN: 04322/2024
iii. Other precautions
As a precautionary measure sheep must be kept away from watercourses for at least
one hour following treatment.
may have a detrimental effect on certain components of conventional dosing guns.
sunlight. Store in tightly closed original container.
Store away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
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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.
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