Zoetis
(doramectin)
Antiparasitic
1% injectable solution for cattle and swine
10 mg/mL
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Dectomax injectable solution is a ready-to-use, colorless to pale yellow, sterile solution containing 1% w/v doramectin (10 mg/mL). In cattle, Dectomax is formulated to deliver the recommended dosage (200 mcg/kg of body weight) when given by subcutaneous (SC) or intramuscular (IM) injection at the rate of 1 mL/110 lb of body weight. In swine, Dectomax is formulated to deliver the recommended dosage (300 mcg/kg of body weight) when given by IM injection at the rate of 1 mL/75 lb of body weight.
PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS: Dectomax injectable solution is a highly active, broad-spectrum parasiticide for parenteral administration to cattle and swine. It contains doramectin, a novel fermentation-derived macrocyclic lactone. Doramectin is isolated from fermentations of selected strains derived from the soil organism Streptomyces avermitilis.
PRODUCT INDICATIONS: Cattle: Dectomax injectable solution is indicated for the treatment and control of the following harmful species of gastrointestinal roundworms, lungworms, eyeworms, grubs (see PRECAUTIONS), sucking lice (see PRECAUTIONS), and mange mites. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism.
Gastrointestinal Roundworms (adults and fourth stage larvae)
Ostertagia ostertagi (including inhibited larvae)
O. lyrata
Haemonchus placei
Trichostrongylus axei
T. colubriformis
T. longispicularis1
Cooperia oncophora
C. pectinata1
C. punctata
C. surnabada (syn. mcmasteri)
Bunostomum phlebotomum1
Strongyloides papillosus1
Oesophagostomum radiatum
Trichuris spp.1
Lungworms (adults and fourth stage larvae)
Dictyocaulus viviparus
Eyeworms (adults)
Thelazia spp.
Grubs (parasitic stages)
Hypoderma bovis
H. lineatum
Sucking Lice
Haematopinus eurysternus
Linognathus vituli
Solenopotes capillatus
Mange Mites
Psoroptes bovis
Sarcoptes scabiei
1adults
Dectomax injectable solution has been proved to effectively control infections and to protect cattle from reinfection with Cooperia oncophora and Haemonchus placei for 14 days, Ostertagia ostertagi for 21 days, and C. punctata, Oesophagostomum radiatum, and Dictyocaulus viviparus for 28 days after treatment.
Swine: Dectomax injectable solution is indicated for the treatment and control of the following species of gastrointestinal roundworms, lungworms, kidney worms, sucking lice (see PRECAUTIONS), and mange mites. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism.
Gastrointestinal Roundworms (adults and fourth stage larvae)
Ascaris suum
Oesophagostomum dentatum
Oesophagostomum, quadrispinulatum1
Strongyloides ransomi1
Hyostrongylus rubidus1
Lungworms (adults)
Metastrongylus spp.
Kidney Worms (adults)
Stephanurus dentatus
Mange Mites (adults and immature stages)
Sarcoptes scabiei var. suis
Sucking Lice (adults and immature stages)
Haematopinus suis
1adults
DOSAGE: Cattle: Administer Dectomax injectable solution at the recommended dosage of 200 mcg doramectin per kg (91 mcg/lb) of body weight. Each mL contains 10 mg of doramectin, sufficient to treat 110 lb (50 kg) of body weight.
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Body Weight (lb)
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Dose (mL)
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110
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1
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220
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2
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|
330
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3
|
|
440
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4
|
|
550
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5
|
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660
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6
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770
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7
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880
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8
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990
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9
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1,100
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10
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Swine: Administer Dectomax injectable solution at the recommended dosage of 300 mcg doramectin per kg (136 mcg/lb) of body weight. Each mL contains 10 mg of doramectin, sufficient to treat 75 lb (34 kg) of body weight.
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Body Weight (lb)
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Dose (mL)
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15
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0.2
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30
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0.4
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45
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0.6
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60
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0.8
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75
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1.0
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150
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2.0
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225
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3.0
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300
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4.0
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375
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5.0
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450
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6.0
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RECOMMENDED TREATMENT PROGRAM FOR SWINE: To effectively initiate control of mange and sucking lice in swine, it is important to treat all animals in the herd. After initial treatment, use Dectomax regularly as follows:
Breeding Animals:
Sows: Treat 7-14 days prior to farrowing to minimize exposure of piglets to mites and sucking lice.
Gilts: Treat 7-14 days prior to breeding. Treat 7-14 days prior to farrowing.
Boars: Treat a minimum of 2 times per year.
Feeder Pigs: Treat any new feeder pigs upon arrival at farm or before placement in clean quarters.
Weaners, Growers, Finishers: Weaners and grow-out/finisher pigs should be treated before placement in clean quarters.
For effective mange elimination, care must be taken to prevent reinfestation from exposure to untreated animals or contaminated facilities.
ADMINISTRATION: Dry, sterile equipment and aseptic procedures should be used when withdrawing and administering Dectomax. For multiple treatments either automatic injection equipment or an aspirating needle should be used.
Cattle: Administer Dectomax injectable solution by SC or IM route. Injections should be made using a 16 gauge needle for adult cattle or an 18 gauge needle for young animals. Needles 1/2-3/4” in length are suggested for SC administration. A 1-1/2” needle is suggested for IM administration. SC injections should be administered under the loose skin in front of or behind the shoulder. IM injections should be administered into the muscular region of the neck. Beef Quality Assurance guidelines recommend SC administration as the preferred route.
WARNINGS: Not for human use. Keep out of reach of children. The material safety data sheet (MSDS) contains more detailed occupational safety information. To report adverse effects in users, to obtain more information, or to obtain an MSDS, call 1-888-963-8471.
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY: Studies indicate that when doramectin comes in contact with the soil, it readily and tightly binds to the soil and becomes inactive over time. Free doramectin may adversely affect fish and certain aquatic organisms. Do not permit water runoff from feedlots to enter streams or ponds. Do not contaminate water by direct application or by the improper disposal of drug containers. Dispose of containers in an approved landfill or by incineration.
As with other avermectins, doramectin is excreted in the dung of treated animals and can inhibit the reproduction and growth of pest and beneficial insects that use dung as a source of food and for reproduction. The magnitude and duration of such effects are species and life-cycle specific. When used according to label directions, the product is not expected to have an adverse impact on populations of dung-dependent insects.
Store Below 30°C (86°F)
HOW SUPPLIED: Dectomax is available in 100-mL, 200-mL, and 500-mL multi-dose, rubber-capped glass vials.
NADA #141-061, Approved by FDA
Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism.
Not for human use
Restricted Drug (CA) Use only as directed.
