WSD Closantel Sheep Drench

Tips For Use

When to Use WSD Closantel Sheep Drench;

• When Targeting Barber’s Pole Worm:

Barber’s pole worm has an enormous egg output, so can build up quickly when conditions are suitable (warm and wet). Infected sheep can succumb quickly to disease because of the huge impact of the worms’ blood feeding. Closantel’s sustained activity against susceptible barber’s pole worm is particularly useful for targeting the worm if it is the predominant species on your farm. WSD Closantel offers 4 weeks protection against reinfection by susceptible barber’s pole worm and protects against pasture contamination by worm eggs for up to 6 weeks. If other worms are causing problems at the same time, a broader spectrum product should be used.

• As A Liver Fluke Drench:

The early spring preventative fluke treatment is important as it reduces pasture contamination with fluke eggs. The use of WSD Closantel Shep Drench at this time provides an effective fluke treatment (no early immature and few immature stages should be present) while rotating away from the heavily used triclabendazole drenches. It will also help to suppress the barber’s pole worm population early in the risk period.

• When rotating to a non-ML drench

It is important to use effective drenches on your property. If closantel drenches still give effective control on your property (>95% efficacy) and the barber’s pole worm is the target, then WSD Closantel is a useful tool to extend the life of other drenches, including the macrocyclic la.

Advice On Use:

• WSD Closantel is particularly useful if administered in spring before the rise in Haemonchus parasites in the sheep or survival of larvae on pastures.
• Administration in spring is also useful in removing residual liver fluke. infestations, and managing the contamination and early pickup of the liver fluke in affected areas. This provides a useful alternative to WSD triclabendazole products.
• When treating an outbreak of haemonchosis (barbers pole infestation), consideration should be given to using an alternative drench from the WSD range, particularly WSD Levamisole or WSD Combination.
• WSD Closatnel is particularly effective when combined with management strategies to control haemonchosis including rotation and spelling of paddocks.
• Closantel is not effective against the other major gastrointestinal worm parasites.
• Resistance to closantel is widespread among barbers pole worm (Haemonchus) in some sheep-raising districts.
• The repeated use of any drench is likely to result in the emergence of resistance and therefore, regular testing for efficacy is recommended if closantel is used.
• The emergence of resistance on an individual farm is likely to result in the failure of the closantel to provide extended protection against re-infestation by Haemonchus.

Restraints:

• Do not use in female sheep which are producing or may in the future produce milk or milk products for human consumption.

Storage:

• Store below 30°C (room temperature) in the closed, original container in a dry, well-ventilated area, and protect from sunlight.

Safety Directions:

• May irritate the eyes and skin. 
• Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. 
• When opening the container and using the product, wear cotton overalls, buttoned to the neck and wrist and elbow-length PVC gloves. 
• After use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap and water. After each day’s use, wash gloves and contaminated clothing.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131 126.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).