Pole-Axe Sheep Drench

Tips For Use

Restraints:

• Do not use in ewes that are producing or may in the future produce milk that may be used or processed for human consumption.

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 6kg.

Precautions:

• This product must not be used simultaneously 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 the drench gun before starting to treat.

Safety Directions:

• Very Dangerous.
• Product and drench are poisonous if absorbed by skin contact, inhaled or swallowed.
• It may irritate the eyes and skin.
• Repeated exposure may cause allergic disorders.
• Repeated minor exposure may have a cumulative poisoning effect.
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
• Do not inhale the dust.
• When opening the container and preparing the drench, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing), PVC or rubber apron, elbow-length chemical-resistant gloves and a disposable dust face mask covering the mouth and nose.
• Wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing), PVC or rubber apron, and elbow-length chemical-resistant gloves when using the prepared drench.
• If clothing becomes contaminated with the product, remove clothing immediately.
• If product or drench is on the skin, immediately wash the area with soap and water.
• 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.

Storage:

• Store below 30°C (Room Temperature) in the original, tightly closed container, in a safe place.

First Aid Instructions:

• If swallowed, splashed on skin or in the eyes, or inhaled, contact a Poisons Information Centre (Phone Australia 131126) or a doctor at once.
• Remove any contaminated clothing and wash the skin thoroughly.
• If swallowed, activated charcoal may be advised.
• Give atropine if instructed.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

​This information and product advice is not intended as advice or recommendations for any specific use or circumstance. You should seek specialist advice before using any product. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Specialist Sales liability is limited.​