Cydectin Oral Drench for Sheep is a ready-to-use solution containing 0.1% moxidectin for use in healthy sheep to control and treat 13 types of adult and larval stages of internal parasites. There is a seven day withdrawal period before sheep can be slaughtered for human consumption. Do not use in female sheep providing milk for human consumption. Available in 1 liter and 4 liter containers.
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What is Cydectin Oral Drench for Sheep?
Cydectin Oral Drench for Sheep is a ready-to-use solution containing 0.1% moxidectin for use in healthy sheep to control and treat 13 types of adult and larval stages of internal parasites.
Who is Cydectin Oral Drench for Sheep for?
Sheep (4 months or older)
Why use Cydectin Oral Drench for Sheep?
-FDA approved
-Treats the following Parasites in sheep :
Haemonchus contortus - Adult and L4
Teladorsagia circumcincta - Adult and L4
Teladorsagia trifurcata - Adult and L4
Trichostrongylus axei - Adult and L4
Trichostrongylus colubriformis - Adult and L4
Trichostrongylus vitrinus - Adult and L4
Cooperia curticei - Adult and L4
Cooperia oncophora - Adult and L4
Oesophagostomum columbianum - Adult and L4
Oesophagostomum venulosum - Adult and L4
Nematodirus battus - Adult and L4
Nematodirus filicollis - Adult and L4
Nematodirus spathiger - Adult and L4
How does Cydectin Oral Drench for Sheep work?
Moxidectin is an endectocide in the milbemycin chemical class which shares the distinctive mode of action characteristic of macrocyclic lactones. Moxidectin acts by interfering with chloride channel-mediated neurotransmission in the parasite. This results in paralysis and elimination of the parasite.
Elanco
Moxidectin 1 mg/ml
How is Cydectin Oral Drench for Sheep sold?
1 liter or 4 liter containers
What are the side effects of Cydectin Oral Drench for Sheep?
ANIMAL SAFETY: A well-controlled U.S. study has demonstrated an adequate margin of safety to allow treatment of sheep four months of age and older with Cydectin Oral Drench. In this study no signs of toxicity were seen in sheep given up to 5 times the recommended dose. Reproductive safety studies evaluating the use of Cydectin Oral Drench in breeding ewes and rams have not been conducted in the U.S.
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children and animals. For use on sheep ONLY. This product should not be used in other animal species as severe adverse reactions, including fatalities in dogs, may result. RESIDUE WARNINGS: Sheep must not be slaughtered for human consumption within 7 days of treatment. Because a withholding time in milk has not been established for this product, do not use in female sheep providing milk for human consumption.
ENVIRONMENTAL WARNINGS: Studies indicate that when moxidectin comes in contact with the soil, it readily and tightly binds to the soil and becomes inactive. Free moxidectin may adversely affect fish and certain aquatic organisms. Do not contaminate water by direct application or by improper disposal of drug containers.
ANIMAL SAFETY WARNINGS: CYDECTIN Oral Drench for Sheep has been formulated specifically for oral use in sheep and should not be given by any other route of administration. Do not use in sick, debilitated, or underweight animals.
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital
How can I store Cydectin Oral Drench for Sheep?
Store product at or below 77°F (25°C). Protect from light. Disposal : Do not contaminate water by direct application or by improper disposal of drug containers. Dispose of containers in an approved landfill or by incineration
ADMINISTRATION: CYDECTIN Oral Drench for Sheep is ready-to-use. Administer 1 mL per 11 lb (1 mL per 5 kg) body weight into the mouth of the sheep, using any standard drenching equipment. Check dose rates and equipment before drenching. Do not overdose. Do not mix with any other products before administration. Avoid contaminating the drench solution.
DOSAGE: The recommended rate of administration for CYDECTIN Oral Drench for Sheep is 1 mL per 11 lb (5 kg) body weight to provide 0.2 mg moxidectin/2.2 lb (0.2 mg/kg) body weight. The table below will assist in the calculation of the appropriate volume of drench in 1.0 mL increments and it must be administered based on the weight of animal being treated.
Body Weight / Dose
11 lb 5 kg 1 mL
22 lb 10 kg 2 mL
33 lb 15 kg 3 mL
44 lb 20 kg 4 mL
55 lb 25 kg 5 mL
66 lb 30 kg 6 mL
77 lb 35 kg 7 mL
88 lb 40 kg 8 mL
99 lb 45 kg 9 mL
110 lb 50 kg 10 mL
121 lb 55 kg 11 mL
132 lb 60 kg 12 mL
143 lb 65 kg 13 mL
154 lb 70 kg 14 mL
165 lb 75 kg 15 mL
