Johnson's Pigeon Insect Spray

Country: United Kingdom

Language: English

Source: VMD (Veterinary Medicines Directorate)

Active ingredient:

Piperonyl Butoxide, Pyrethrum Extract 25%

Available from:

Johnson's Veterinary Products Ltd

INN (International Name):

Piperonyl Butoxide, Pyrethrum Extract 25%

Pharmaceutical form:

Cutaneous spray, solution

Prescription type:

AVM-GSL - Authorised Veterinary Medicine – General Sales List

Therapeutic group:

Pigeon (non-food producing)

Therapeutic area:

Ectoparasiticide

Authorization status:

Authorized

Authorization date:

1991-10-08

Summary of Product characteristics

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 50

C. 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.