Ivermectin Sheep Drench is formulated only for administration to sheep; do not use in other species. The recommended dose level is 3 mL of Ivermectin Sheep Drench, containing 2400 mcg ivermectin, which is sufficient to treat 26 pounds of body weight.
Ivermectin Sheep Drench should only be administered orally at the recommended dose level of 200 mcg ivermectin per kilogram of body weight. Three mL of Ivermectin Sheep Drench contains sufficient invermectin to treat 26 pounds of body weight.
Volume
Sheep Body Weight Dosed
3 mL
26 lbs
6 mL
52 lbs
9 mL
78 lbs
12 mL
104 lbs
15 mL
130 lbs
18 mL
156 lbs
21 mL
182 lbs
24 mL
208 lbs
27 mL
234 lbs
30 mL
260 lbs
To avoid underdosing, it is important to get the dose according to the weight of the heavist sheep in a group (ewes, lambs or rams), not the average weight. Several of the largest sheep should be weighed, judgement by the eye can be deceiving.
ADMINISTRATION
Any standard drenching equipment, or any equipment which provides a consistant dose volume, can be used. Dose rates and equipment should be checked before drenching commences. Be sure the head is properly positioned for each sheep to receive the full dose.
Ivermectin Sheep Drench is readily accepted by sheep, but inconsequential coughing may be observed in some animals during and for several minutes after drenching. If slobbering occurs, the dose may be lost, and that sheep should be redosed.
FREQUENCY OF DOSING
Resistant parasites are a particular problem in sheep. Please consult your veterinarian, county extension office or animal health supplier for the control program recommended in your area.
ADMINISTRATION
Any standard drenching equipment, or any equipment which provides a consistant dose volume, can be used. Dose rates and equipment should be checked before drenching commences. Be sure the head is properly positioned for each sheep to receive the full dose.
Ivermectin Sheep Drench is readily accepted by sheep, but inconsequential coughing may be observed in some animals during and for several minutes after drenching. If slobbering occurs, the dose may be lost, and that sheep should be redosed.
FREQUENCY OF DOSING
Resistant parasites are a particular problem in sheep. Please consult your veterinarian, county extension office or animal health supplier for the control program recommended in your area.
Ivermectin Sheep Drench may be used in any standard drenching equipment or in any equipment which provides a consistant dose volume. Ivermectin Sheep Drench is administered orally at a dose of 3.0 mL (2.4 mg ivermectin) per 26 lbs body weight or 200 mcg ivermectin per kilogram of body weight.
Coughing may be observed in some animals during and for several minutes following drenching.
KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Refrain from smoking and eating when handling. Avoid contact with eyes. Immediately wash hands and any spills on the skin with plently of soap and water following use.