Dysect Cattle Pour-On Solution 15 g/litre
Active ingredient: Alpha-Cypermethrin
Form
Spot-on
Species
Manufacturer
Zoetis Belgium S.A.
VMD MA No.
60021/3006
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Dysect Cattle Pour-On Solution 15 g/litre — SPC Details
Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.
Apply a single 10ml dose, with the dispenser pack or with an applicator gun,
from the crown of the head down the neck and along the middle of the back of
the animal.
Fly Control:
To control biting and nuisance flies, treatment should be repeated as
necessary. Frequency of application will depend on the numbers and species
of flies present; normally nuisance flies on the head and face can be
controlled for up to 4/5 weeks and for the biting horn fly for up to 8 weeks.
Lice Control:
To control sucking and biting lice. One application treatment will normally
eradicate all the lice. If a few lice survive on individual animals, it may be
necessary on very rare occasions to re-treat an animal.
Very rare
(<1 animal / 10,000 animals treated,
including isolated reports):
Discomfort
1
Signs will not last longer than 48 hours and have no lasting effect on the
animal.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring
of a veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a
veterinarian, to either the marketing authorisation holder or the national
competent authority via the national reporting system. See the package leaflet
for respective contact details.
Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
For external use only.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary
medicinal product to animals:
Personal protective equipment consisting of waterproof apron, boots, and
impervious gloves should be worn when handling the veterinary medicinal
product and recently treated animals.
Wash splashes from skin and eyes immediately.
Remove heavily contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.
Wash hands and exposed skin before eating, drinking or smoking and after
work.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.
None known.
Store in the original container.
Keep the container tightly closed.
Store away from food, drink, and animal feedstuffs.
Milk: Zero hours.
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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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Other Products Containing Alpha-Cypermethrin
These products share the same active ingredient and may be suitable alternatives. Always consult your vet.
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