Taktic WP Cattle Dip And Spray – DISCONTINUED

Tips For Use

Tips for Taktic WP

Regular intervals

• Taktic WP should be used strategically at regular intervals throughout the tick season to break the life cycle of the cattle tick. In high tick pressure situations this is achieved by treating at 19-21 day intervals (the tick cycle from attachment to full engorgement takes 21 days), but this interval may be extended where tick pressure is not high. For areas with high paralysis tick pressure, treatment at 7-10 day intervals may be required to prevent deaths, particularly in calves.

Before moving cattle

• Taktic WP should be used before moving cattle into tick-free areas (contact the Qld DPI to obtain the latest advice on procedures for crossing the tick line), onto ‘clean’ paddocks or into saleyards.

Treatment of visible infestations

• TAKTIC WP can be used to treat visible infestations of ticks, particularly on cattle that are most susceptible to tick impacts (young stock and lactating cows).

Resistance testing

• It is essential to understand the level of resistance to the various acaricides on a particular property. Any suspicion of product failure should be investigated thoroughly and assistance is available from DPI stock inspectors. A product should not be used where there is confirmed resistance, particularly where animals must be ‘clean’ to cross the tick line.

General Instructions:

Protection of Livestock, Wildlife, Fish, Crustacea and The Environment

• Taktic WP is toxic to fish. 
• Do not contaminate dams, rivers or streams with Taktic WP, used containers or dip or spray wash containing Taktic WP. 
• Do not use empty containers for any other purpose. 
• If used in accordance with the directions and recommendations, Taktic WP will not give rise to hazards to livestock or wildlife.
• Each measure pack contains sufficient material to make up 1,000 L of dip or spray wash.

Routine Tick Control (QLD, NSW and NT only)

• For routine control of specific types of ticks on cattle, apply Taktic WP at the following intervals:
• Cattle Tick (Boophilus microplus): intervals of 19 to 21 days.
• NZ Cattle Tick (Bush tick) (Haemaphysalis longicornis): intervals of 7 to 21 days.
• Paralysis Tick (Ixodes holocyclus) intervals of 7 to 10 days.
• Do not leave longer intervals between treatments when the ticks are active. For further information see the enclosed usage leaflet or consult your Stock Inspector, District Veterinary Officer or Tick Extension Officer.

Quarantined Holdings (NSW only)

• For control of cattle tick (B.microplus) on cattle, sheep, goats and deer on quarantined holdings in NSW only, apply Taktic WP at 14 to 21 day intervals or as directed by the NSW Board of Tick Control.

Animal Movement (NSW only)

• For control of cattle tick (B.microplus) on certain circus animals being moved from tick infested to tick free areas in NSW, apply Taktic WP three times at 3 to 7 day intervals or as directed by the NSW Board of Tick Control.

Precautions

• Do not use TAKTIC WP on horses, other equines, cats, other felines or dogs.

Overdosage

• The antidote for animal toxicity is Yohimbine (Reverzine injection)

Storage

• Store below 30°C (room temperature) in closed, original container in a dry well ventilated area, out of direct sunlight.

Safety Directions:

• May irritate the eyes and skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
• Do not inhale dust or spray mist. 
• When preparing dip or spray, using prepared dip or spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves and face shield.
• If product on skin, immediately wash 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 contaminated clothing, gloves and face shield.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. PHONE 13 11 26.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).