ACTIVE INGREDIENT
IVERMECTIN
DESCRIPTION
IMAX LV (ivermectin) Liquid has been formulated for administration by oral drench or stomach tube (nasogastric intubation). One low-volume dose is effective against important internal parasites, including the arterial stages of Strongylus vulgaris, and bots. Ivermectin is a potent antiparasitic agent. Its convenience, broad-spectrum efficacy and safety margin make IMAX LV Liquid an ideal parasite control product for horses. Ivermectin is derived from the avermectins, a family of potent, broad-spectrum antiparasitic agents, which are isolated from fermentation of Streptomyces avermitilis.
MODE OF ACTION
IMAX LV contains ivermectin. Ivermectin is a member of the macrocyclic lactone family of compounds which have a unique mode of action unrelated to other products used to control parasites of horses in Australia.
INDICATIONS
IMAX LV Liquid, when used at the recommended dose level of 200 micrograms ivermectin per kilogram liveweight controls the following parasites of horses: IMAX LV Liquid is also effective for control of skin lesions caused by Habronema and Draschia spp., cutaneous larvae (summer sores), and Onchocerca spp. microfilariae (cutaneous onchocerciasis).
ADMINISTRATION AND DOSAGE
The recommended dose is 1mL IMAX LV Liquid per 50kg liveweight (equivalent to 200 micrograms ivermectin per kilogram liveweight). IMAX LV Liquid can be given as an oral drench or by stomach tube (nasogastric intubation).
Administration as an oral drench: For administration by this method, an undiluted dose is usually preferred. Clear the horse's mouth of any food material, elevate the horse's head, and using a suitable dosing syringe, deposit the appropriate dose in the back of the mouth. In order to avoid unnecessary coughing or the potential for material to enter the trachea and lungs, do not use excessive pressure, do not use a large dose volume of diluted IMAX LV Liquid, and do not deposit the dose in the laryngeal area. Increased dose rejection may occur if the dose is deposited in the front of the mouth. Keep the horse's head elevated and observe the horse to ensure the dose is retained.
Administration by stomach tube (gravity or positive flow); Drenching horses by nasogastric intubation requires specialised skills and knowledge. Special consideration should be given to the effects of potential for injury from handling, restraint and placement of the tube during administration by stomach tube. Nasogastric intubation should only be done by a veterinarian or under veterinary supervision.The recommended dose can be used undiluted or diluted up to approximately 40 times with clean tepid water. Use tepid water to flush any drug remaining in the tube into the horse's stomach. Pour the IMAX LV Liquid into a graduated cylinder for dose measurement. Alternatively use a calibrated dosing syringe inserted into the bottle to measure the appropriate dose. Use a clean, dry syringe if accessing the bottle to avoid contaminating the remaining product.
STORAGE
IMAX LV Liquid in 1 to 20 and 1 to 40 dilutions with tap water has been shown to be stable for 72 hours under the conditions recommended for the product (i.e. at room temperature, in a tightly closed container, protected from light). The diluted product does not promote the growth of common organisms. However, prolonged storage of the diluted product cannot be recommended, as the effects of possible contaminants and interactions with untested materials are unknown.
WITHHOLDING PERIOD:
MEAT WITHOLDING PERIOD 21 DAYS