Ovidrench S&C 25 mg/ml Oral Suspension for Cattle and Sheep

Cattle suffering from severe lung damage due to heavy lungworm infestation may
continue to cough for some weeks after dosing.
Care should be taken to avoid the following practices because they increase the risk
of development of resistance and could ultimately result in ineffective therapy:
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extended period of time.
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misadministration of the product, or lack of calibration of the dosing device (if
any).
Suspected clinical cases of resistance to anthelmintics should be further
investigated using appropriate tests (e.g. Faecal Egg Count Reduction Test).
Where the results of the test(s) strongly suggest resistance to a particular
anthelmintic, an anthelmintic belonging to another pharmacological class and
having a different mode of action should be used.
Resistance to benzimidazoles has been reported in , ,
Cooperia and species in small ruminants. Resistance to
albendazole has been reported in and species in cattle in
New Zealand. Therefore the use of this product should be based on local (regional,
farm) epidemiological information about susceptibility of nematodes and
recommendations on how to limit further selection for resistance to anthelmintics.
To reduce this risk, dosing programmes should be discussed with a veterinary
surgeon.
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Avoid the introduction of contamination during use.
The product should only be used in areas where deficiencies of cobalt and selenium
are likely to occur. If in any doubt, seek the advice of a veterinary surgeon.
i) Special precautions for use in animals
Care must be taken not to damage the pharyngeal region when dosing,
particularly in sheep.
Do not administer other cobalt and selenium supplements concurrently
unless specifically advised by your vet. Not to be diluted.
ii) Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the
veterinary medicinal product to animals
Avoid direct contact with the product.
Wear suitable protective clothing including impermeable rubber gloves. In
the event of accidental eye exposure, flush eye thoroughly with running
water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. In the event of
accidental skin exposure, wash the affected areas with soap and water. If
irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash hands after use.