Rametin™ Oral Sheep Drench
(Napthalaphos)
For the control of organophosphate susceptible strains of gastrointestinal mature and immature roundworms in sheep and lambs.
Rametin™ contains 800g/Kg Naphthalophos, a member of the organophosphorus family of chemicals.
For use in sheep and lambs, Rametin™ is effective against organophosphate susceptible strains of mature and immature stages of:
- Barber’s Pole worm (Haemonchus contortus)
- Stomach Hair worm (Trichostrongylus axei)
- Black Scour worm (Trichostrongylus spp.)
- Small Brown Stomach worm (Ostertagia spp.)
- Mature stages of Thin Necked Intestinal worm (Nematodirus spp.).
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Restraints
DO NOT USE in ewes which are producing or may in the future produce milk that may be used or processed for human consumption.
Witholding Periods
FOR MILK:
DO NOT USE in ewes which are producing or may in the future produce milk that may be used or processed for human consumption.
FOR MEAT:
DO NOT USE less than 7 days before slaughter for human consumption.
Export Slaughter Interval
DO NOT USE less than 7 days before slaughter for export.
Before using this product, confirm the current ESI from Pharm Smart Australia Pty Ltd on 1800 979 692 or the APVMA website.
General Directions
MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Rametin™ mixes readily with all types of water. Its high suspendibility ensures a consistent uniform suspension during drenching. If product is left standing, shake well before using.
- Remove large cap and half fill container slowly with water.
- Replace cap and shake well.
- Remove cap and top up with water to the fill-line shown.
- Replace cap and shake well for 3 minutes.
Rametin™ may be mixed with benzimidazole and levamisole based drench product under veterinary advice. Rametin™ Sheep Drench is compatible with copper sulphate.
Dosing Tables
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Sheep should be weighed prior to drenching. Select the correct dose for each sheep. Do not underdose or overdose.
Precautions
This product must not be used at the same time as any other drench without veterinary advice.
Do not treat thirsty, exhausted sheep or those suffering from poor nutrition. Allow animals access to water after treatment.
Use care when drenching. Do not misdirect dosage into the lungs.
Check the accuracy of drench gun before starting to treat.
Contraindications
This product is contraindicated for use in severely debilitated, stressed or drought-affected animals or those affected by lupinosis.
This product should not be used on lambs less than 6 kg.