Oztik Pour-On Tick Development Inhibitor (Fluazuron)

Tips For Use

Administration:

• Oztik Pour-On is a tick development inhibitor and kills ticks progressively. 
• It can take 2 to 3 weeks for cattle to be visibly free of ticks. No additional treatment is necessary during that time, even on heavily infested animals. 
• The development inhibiting effect of Oztik Pour-On commences within 3 days of treatment.
• Oztik Pour-On is not suitable for cleaning cattle moving into ‘gazetted’ cattle tick areas.
• Oztik should be applied strategically, initially at the onset of the tick season, preferably prior to tick activity.
• Re-treat when ticks are first seen, but not less than 6 weeks from the previous treatment.
• Maximum number of treatments per year: 3.
• Oztik is absorbed orally via grooming and through the skin. 
• Oztik should be applied in two 7cm wide bands, either side of the spine from shoulder to tail. This maximises absorption and ensures effective concentrations of Oztik are reached.
• There is no need to treat suckling calves. Calves will receive adequate protection from their mother.
• The Pour-On Applicator must be suitable for use with harsh chemicals (Sentroprene Hose, Seals & Washers).  Do not use standard pour-on applicators.
• Dose individuals according to the heaviest animal in the mob.  Do not under dose.
• The weight of cattle should be determined by either scales or a weigh-band. 
• A reduced length of protection may occur in cows which are suckling calves.
• Oztik Pour-On should not be applied to show cattle as a light scurfiness may be visible for some time after treatment.

Retreatment Interval:

• 6 weeks from the previous treatment.

Restraint:

• Do not use on cattle which are producing or may in the future produce milk for human consumption.

Contraindications:

• This product is contraindicated for use on pregnant cows within 6 weeks of calving to avoid handling stress.

Safety Directions:

• Harmful if swallowed. 
• Will damage eyes and skin. 
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin. 
• Repeated exposure may cause allergic disorders. 
• When opening the container and using the product, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, elbow length butyl rubber gloves and a face shield. 
• If clothing becomes contaminated with product remove clothing immediately. 
• 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, face shield and contaminated clothing.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 13 1126. 
• If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. 
• Give a glass of water. 
• If product in eyes, wash it out immediately with water: hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes and see a doctor. 
• If product on skin, immediately wash area with soap and water.
• Additional Information is listed in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).