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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN FOR ANIMAL TREATMENT ONLY Optalben Mineralised Cattle Drench A benzimidazole (BZ; white) drench for cattle & deer. ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
Net contents: Optalben Mineralised Cattle Drench READ THE ENTIRE LABEL INCLUDING SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE USE Optalben Mineralised Cattle Drench INDICATIONS: OPTALBEN Mineralised Cattle Drench controls susceptible mature and immature roundworms, lungworm, and tapeworm in cattle and deer; and mature liver fluke and inhibited Ostertagia Type II in cattle. Also controls worm and fluke eggs, and provides 7.2 mg copper and 1.5 mg selenium per mL. At the recommended dose, this product is effective for the treatment and control of the following albendazole sensitive parasites: ROUNDWORMS ABOMASUM Barber’s Pole Worm
Small Brown Stomach Worm Ostertagia ostertagi, O. leptospicularis Stomach Hair Worm
Trichostrongylus colubriformis, T.vitrinus, T. longispicularis
Thin-Necked Intestinal Worm Nematodirus filicollis, N. spathiger, N. helvetianus Hookworm
LUNGWORM TAPEWORM LIVER FLUKE OVICIDAL: Reduces the output of viable roundworm and fluke eggs. PRECAUTIONS Do not use at the same time as any other selenised fertiliser, prill or product without consulting a veterinary practitioner or animal health adviser. Do not exceed the stated dose volume and frequency. RESISTANCE MANAGEMENT: OPTALBEN Mineralised Cattle Drenchcontains albendazole, a member of the benzimidazole (BZ) group of anthelmintics.
• Resistance can develop to any anthelmintic. It is advisable that a resistance test be conducted regularly
when using any parasite treatment. Check effectiveness of anthelmintics at least annually.
• To delay the onset of resistance, ask your local veterinary practitioner or animal health adviser for
recommended parasite management practices for your area to reduce development of resistance.
• A representative sample of animals should be weighed before treatment. • Draft animals into lines of similar bodyweight, then dose according to the weight of the heaviest animal in
• Where there is a large variation in size within the group, dose rate should be based on the label
directions for each weight range. Drafting into two or more lines may be appropriate, to avoid excessive overdosing.
• Regularly check the accuracy of drench gun. Clean drenching equipment after use.
• Use correct drenching technique with care.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE: SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE. Optalben Mineralised Cattle Drench DOSE RATE: The required dose is 10 mg/kg albendazole, which is provided by using 1ml per 15 kg bodyweight, as shown in the following table: LIVEWEIGHT Doses per 5 Doses per 20 Litre Pack Litre Pack
Over 660 kg, give 1 mL per 15 kg bodyweight WITHHOLDING PERIODS: MILK:
Milk intended for sale for human consumption must be discarded during treatment for not lass than 35 days following the last treatment.
Cattle producing meat or offal for human consumption must not be sold for slaughter either during treatment or within 14 days of the last treatment. WARNING Dangerous to the Environment Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Harmful to soil environment. Avoid contamination of any water supply with product or empty container. Avoid release to the environment. Handling Precautions May be harmful if swallowed. May cause mild skin irritation. Repeated exposure may cause skin allergy. Albendazole may possibly cause damage to genetic material and many organs, and may affect development and/or reproduction. Avoid skin contact. Fist Aid: IF skin or hair contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and flush skin and hair with running water. For advice contact the National Poisons Centre 0800 POISON (0800 764 766) or a doctor immediately. Emergency Response: In case of spillage wear appropriate protective clothing and prevent material from entering waterways. Absorb spills with inert material and place in waste containers. Wash area with water and absorb with further inert material. Disposal: Preferably dispose of product by use. Otherwise dispose of product packaging and waste at an approved landfill or equivalent facility. STORAGE: Store below 25oC (at room temperature). Registered pursuant to the ACVM Act 1997, No. A009900 See www.nzfsa.govt.nz/acvm/ for registration conditions. Registered to: Agpro New Zealand Limited Ph 09 273 3456 Approved pursuant to the HSNO Act 1996, approval code HSR001941 See www.ermanz.govt.nz for controls Batch: Optalben Mineralised Cattle Drench
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