Name: Akula Concentrate For Lice, Fly And Worms
Brand: Zagro
SKU: AKULA
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Akula Concentrate For Lice, Fly And Worms

Akula Lice, Fly and Worms is a concentrated Ivermectin multi-purpose treatment for use in sheep of all ages. Akula can be used as an oral drench or jetting fluid for treatment of blowfly strike and biting lice in long wooled sheep.

Active Ingredient: Ivermectin @ 16g/L

Similar or comparable to Coopers Blowfly and Lice Jetting Fluid (Intervet) & Jet Away Blowfly and Lice (Hunter River)

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Description

Akula Lice, Fly and Worms

Active Ingredient: Ivermectin @ 16g/L

Similar or comparable to Coopers Blowfly and Lice Jetting Fluid (Intervet) & Jet Away Blowfly and Lice (Hunter River)

As an oral drench, use Akula for the effective oral treatment and control of ivermectin sensitive strains of internal parasites including nematode (roundworm) (including benzimidazole, levamisole and morantel resistant strains), nasal bot and itch mite in sheep.

As Jutting Fluid, use Akula for the treatment of, and protection against, blowy strike on sheep for up to 12 weeks under low to moderate fly pressure and treatment of biting lice by jetting in long-woolled sheep. Period of protection Akula provides up to 12 weeks under low to moderate fly pressure

The 16.0 g/L ivermectin concentrate is diluted;

1:20 and administered orally to sheep by drenching for control of internal parasites and some ectoparasites; and
1:500 and applied by jetting for the treatment of, and protection against, sheep blowfly strike and by hand jetting for long-wool lice treatment.

Oral Drench
Akula Lice, Fly and Worms is effective for the treatment and control of ivermectin sensitive strains of the following adult and immature parasites of sheep:

Barber’s Pole Worm (Haemonchus contortus) including inhibited L4 stage,
Large Stomach Worm (Haemonchus placei),
Small Brown Stomach Worm [Teladorsagia (Ostertagia) circumcincta](including inhibited L4 stage),
Stomach Hair Worm (Trichostrongylus axei),
Black Scour Worm (Trichostrongylus spp),
Small Intestinal Worm (Cooperia spp),
Thin-necked Intestinal Worm (Nematodirus spp),
Large Mouthed Bowel Worm (Chabertia ovina),
Nodule Worm (Oesophagostomum columbianum),
Large Bowel Worm (Oesophagostomum venulosum),
Whipworm (Trichuris ovis),
Intestinal Threadworm (Strongyloides papillosus),
Nasal Bot (Oestrus ovis) (parasitic larval stages only),
Large Lungworm (Dictyocaulus filaria)
Itchmite (Psorergates ovis).

Effective against benzimidazole, levamisole and morantel resistant strains of H. contortus, T. circumcincta and T. colubriformis.

Jetting for Blowfly Strike:
Akula Lice, Fly and Worms is for the treatment of, and protection against, blowfly strike on sheep for up to 12 weeks under low to moderate fly pressure and treatment of biting lice by jetting in long woolled sheep.

Akula is a concentrate for use in sheep of all ages and is not to be used undiluted. The 16.0 g/L Ivermectin concentrate is diluted 1:500 and applied by jetting for the treatment of, and protection against, sheep blowfly strike and by hand jetting for long-wool lice treatment.

When applied as directed by hand-jetting or by modified Harrington jetting race this product protects sheep against strike by Blowflies (Lucilia cuprina, L. sericata, Chrysomya rufifacies and Calliphora nociva) (including OP resistant strains of Lucilia cuprina) for 12 weeks under low to moderate fly pressure and will control maggots in existing strikes in the treated areas.

Hand Dressing Of Struck Sheep:
Akula Lice, Fly and Worms can be applied at the blowfly dilution rate for the treatment of blowfly strike wounds. Sheep should be sheared/clipped around the strike wound before saturating the area.

Hand Jetting For Lice:
When applied as directed by hand-jetting Akula Lice, Fly and Worms also treats biting lice (Bovicola ovis), including synthetic pyrethroid-resistant strains in long woolled sheep until the next shearing.

Nb – Resistance may develop to any chemical

Pack Size: 1-Litre & 5-Litres

Registrant: Zagro Australia Pty Ltd (APVMA #: 88356)

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Features & Benefits

Contains the active ingredient Ivermectin.
Moderate rainfall does not affect efficacy.
A multi-purpose concentrate for use in sheep of all ages.
As an oral drench to control ivermectin sensitive strains of internal parasites, nasal bot and itch mite in sheep.
As Jutting Fluid for the treatment of, and protection against, blowy strike on sheep for up to 12 weeks under low to moderate fly pressure and treatment of biting lice by jetting in long-woolled sheep.
Safe for use on sheep of all ages and ewes can be treated at any stage of pregnancy.

Directions Of Use

Oral Drench:

Dose Rate: 2.5 mL per 10 kg

Akula must be diluted 1:20 with water prior to use as an oral drench. For example, 250 mL of Akula dilutes to 5 Litres of oral drench; 1 Litre dilutes to 20 L of oral drench.

Akula should be administered orally using accurate drenching equipment which provides a consistent dose volume. Check and clean equipment thoroughly before and after use.

Weight Range (Kg)	Dose Volume (mL)
11-20	5.0
21-30	7.5
31-40	10.0
41-50	12.5
51-60	15.0
61-70	17.5
71-80	20.0

Animals under 11 kg and heavier than 80 kg to be dosed at 2.5 mL per 10 kg
A representative sample of animals should be weighed before treatment.
Dose the mob according to the heaviest animal by live weight in each group (ewes, wethers rams, lambs).
Do not underdose.
Where there is a large variation in size within the group, the dose rate should be based on the label directions for each weight range.
Drafting into two or more lines may be appropriate, to avoid excessive overdosing.

Jetting:

Animal: Sheep

Pest: Blowflies (Lucilia cuprina, L. sericata, Chrysomya rufifacies and Calliphora nociva)

Treatment: Jetting: Prevention of blowfly strike

Rate: 200mL per 100L Water (Dilute 200mL or concentrate in 100L of water)

Critical Comments:

Use at least 2.5 L diluted jetting fluid per head.
Jet immediately prior to expected blowfly waves.
Wool must be thoroughly saturated to skin level along the backline and breech.
The pizzle area of wethers and the poll, (particularly in horned sheep) must also be treated.
For use on sheep more than six weeks after shearing.
When used on sheep with less than 6 weeks wool a reduced period of protection may result.

This product is not recommended for use in jetting races because a reduced period of protection may result unless jetting race has been modified in accordance with Agriculture NSW recommendations.

Animal: Sheep

Pest: Blowflies (Lucilia cuprina, L. sericata, Chrysomya rufifacies and Calliphora nociva)

Treatment: Jetting: Treating existing flystrike

Rate: 200mL per 100L Water (Dilute 200mL or concentrate in 100L of water)

Critical Comments:

Use at least 2.5 L diluted jetting fluid per head.
Akula will control maggots in existing strikes in treated areas.

Animal: Sheep

Pest: Blowflies (Lucilia cuprina, L. sericata, Chrysomya rufifacies and Calliphora nociva)

Treatment: Hand Dressing : Treating existing flystrike

Rate: 200mL per 100L Water (Dilute 200mL or concentrate in 100L of water)

Critical Comments:

Saturate struck area thoroughly. Wool must be saturated to skin level.

Animal: Sheep

Pest: Lice (Bovicola Ovis)

Treatment: Hand Jetting – Treatment of lice in long wool.

Rate: 200mL per 100L Water (Dilute 200mL or concentrate in 100L of water)

Critical Comments:

For use on sheep more than six weeks after shearing.
Use 0.5 L of diluted jetting fluid per month of wool growth.
To control biting lice in long woolled sheep, the fleece and skin must be thoroughly wet to skin level from poll to tail in a backband about 25 cm wide.
Wool and skin on the sides of the neck in front of the shoulders should also be wet to skin level.
Reduced effectiveness is likely if used on sheep with lumpy wool.
Jetting races are not suitable for the treatment of lice infestations.
After the next shearing, sheep should be treated with an effective off-shears or short-wool product.

Rates are a general guide only. Before opening, carefully read Akula Lice, Fly and Worms directions for use, precautionary and protection statements, storage and disposal, safety directions and first aid instructions. The product is designed for the particular purpose indicated on the label. Failure to use the product strictly as directed may be illegal, dangerous and render the product ineffective.

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Disclaimer: This information and product advice is not intended to be 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.

Host & Pest

Host	Pest
Host & Pest
Sheep	Australian Sheep Blowfly, Barber's Pole Worm (Also Inhibited L4), Benzimidazole Resistant Strains, Black Scour Worm - Trichostrongylus Spp., Blowfly - Calliphora Nociva, Blowfly - Chrysomya Rufifacies, European Green Blowfly, Intestinal Threadworm - S. Papillosus, Large Bowel Worm - O. Venulosum, Large Lungworm - Dictyocaulus Filaria, Large Mouthed Bowel Worm, Large Stomach Worm, Levamisole Resistant Strains, Morantel Resistant Strains, Nasal Bot - Parasitic Larval Stage, Nodule Worm - , O. Circumcincta - Including Inhibited L4, Sheep Body Louse, Sheep Itch Mite, Small Intestinal Worm - C. Oncophora, Stomach Hair Worm, Thin Necked Intestinal Worm, Whipworm - Trichuris Ovis

Tips For Use

Restraints – Jetting:

Do not use in plunge or shower dips.
Do not use jetting races that recycle fluid.
Do not collect and re-use fluid that runs off.

Contraindications:

Akula is not to be used undiluted.

Precautions:

It is recommended that clean water (dam/tank) be used for dilution.
Use of treated municipal supply town water is not recommended if the diluted product is going to be stored.
Blowfly strike: When used on sheep with less than 6 weeks of wool a reduced period of protection may result.
Sheep lice: After shearing, sheep should be re-treated with an effective off-shears or short-wool product.
Side Effects: Oral Drench
- Some sheep may show a slight transient cough after treatment.

General Instructions:

Akula Lice, Fly and Worms may be used in sheep of all ages and ewes may be treated at any stage of pregnancy.
When used as directed by jetting, Akula has a wide safety margin in sheep and may be used in breeding animals.
When applied as directed Akula will not damage fleece or skin.
Oral Drench must be used diluted oral drench within 28 days of dilution.
Jetting fluid must be used within 28 days of dilution.

Rainfast:

When applied as directed by hand jetting, exposure to moderate rainfall does not have any adverse effect on the efficacy of Akula.

Environmental Protection:

Ivermectin is extremely toxic to aquatic species.
Do not contaminate dams, rivers, streams or other waterways with the chemical or used container.

Storage:

Store below 30°C (Room Temperature) in the closed, original container.
Store the bottle in the carton to protect it from light.

Safety Directions:

Poisonous if swallowed.
Repeated exposure may cause allergic disorders.
Sensitive workers should use protective clothing.
When preparing products for use, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and elbow-length gloves.
Wash hands after use.
Sheep Re-handling Interval: After treatment wait until sheep are dry before re-handling.

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).

This information and product advice is not intended to be 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

Withholding Period

WHP:

Withholding period details (WHP):

Oral Drench Meat: Do not use less than 14 days before slaughter for human consumption.
Milk: Do not use in lactating ewes or within 28 days of lambing where milk may be used or processed for human consumption.
Jetting Meat: Do not use less than 7 days before slaughter for human consumption.
Milk: Do not use in lactating ewes or within 28 days of lambing where milk may be used or processed for human consumption.
Wool Harvest Interval: Do not use less than 6 weeks before shearing or fibre collection.

Export Slaughter Interval:

Oral Drench Export Slaughter Interval (ESI): Do not use less than 21 days before slaughter for export. Before using this product, confirm the current ESI from the APVMA website www.apvma.gov.au/residues or by calling Zagro Australia Pty Ltd on 1800 144 884.
Jetting Export Slaughter Interval (ESI): Do not use less than7 before slaughter for export.

Before using this product, confirm the current ESI from the APVMA website www.apvma.gov.au/residues or by calling Zagro Australia Pty Ltd on 1800 144 884. Use of this product may result in wool residues that may not comply with European Union Environmental Quality Standards. Wool treated with this product may contain detectable residues: adequate treatment records should be kept and made available if requested by wool buyers.

SDS & Technical

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