Vetrimec (Ivermectin) 1% Sterile Solution Injection for Cattle and Swine

Injectable Ivermectin For Internal and External Parasites

Product Description

Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection is a sterile, ready-to-use solution for cattle and swine. The injectable parasiticide treats and controls key internal and external parasites, including gastrointestinal roundworms and lungworms, as well as lice and mange mites. In cattle, Vetrimec 1% Injection also controls cattle grubs and sucking lice. Dose is based on body weight.

Benefits

• Broad Parasite Control: Treats roundworms, lungworms, lice, and mange mites.
• Cattle Grub Support: Controls cattle grubs and sucking lice in cattle.
• Weight-Based Dosing: Formulated for accurate dosing by body weight.
• Sterile Injection: Ready-to-use sterile solution for subcutaneous administration.
• Label-Directed Programs: Support herd parasite control when used as directed.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient: Ivermectin 1%
Inactive Ingredients: Glycerol formal 40%, Propylene glycol q.s. ad 100%

How to Use

Directions for Use

• Cattle Site: Inject under the loose skin in front of or behind the shoulder.
• Swine Site: Inject subcutaneously in the neck, immediately behind the ear.
• Dose Accuracy: Base each dose on current body weight; do not underdose.
• Injection Limit: Use a maximum of 10 mL per injection site in cattle.
• Clean Technique: Use sterile equipment and disinfect the injection site.

Recommended Dosage Chart

Route: Subcutaneous injection only.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Human Warning: Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection is not for human use.
• Child Safety: Keep Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection out of reach of children.
• Route Restriction: Administer subcutaneously only; avoid other routes.
• Dose Splitting: Divide cattle doses over 10 mL between two sites.
• Site Reactions: Monitor for transient discomfort or swelling after injection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What parasites does Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection treat in cattle?

Ans: Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection treats and controls gastrointestinal roundworms and lungworms in cattle. Vetrimec 1% Injection also controls cattle grubs, sucking lice, and mange mites when administered subcutaneously at the labeled dose based on body weight.

Q2: What parasites does Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection treat in swine?

Ans: Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection treats and controls gastrointestinal roundworms and lungworms in swine. Vetrimec 1% Injection also treats lice and mange mites when administered subcutaneously in the neck at the labeled dose rate.

Q3: What is the ivermectin concentration in Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection?

Ans: Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection is a sterile solution containing 1% ivermectin. Each mL contains 10 mg of ivermectin and is formulated for weight-based dosing in cattle and swine, as directed on the label, for subcutaneous injection.

Q4: What is the correct dose for cattle using Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection?

Ans: Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection is dosed in cattle at 200 mcg ivermectin per kg of body weight. The practical dose rate is 1 mL per 110 lb (50 kg), given subcutaneously in the loose skin near the shoulder.

Q5: What is the correct dose for swine using Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection?

Ans: Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection is dosed in swine at 300 mcg ivermectin per kg of body weight. The practical dose rate is 1 mL per 75 lb (33 kg) given subcutaneously in the neck.

Q6: Where should Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection be administered in cattle?

Ans: Administer Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection subcutaneously under the loose skin in front of or behind the shoulder. Appropriate restraint helps ensure correct administration, and clean, disinfected needles plus a sanitized injection site help reduce injection-site infections.

Q7: Where should Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection be administered in swine?

Ans: Administer Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection subcutaneously in the neck, immediately behind the ear. Use sterile injection equipment, disinfect the injection site, and ensure the full weight-based dose is delivered to support effective parasite control.

Q8: Why is accurate weighing important for Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection dosing?

Ans: Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection dosing is based on current body weight, and underdosing may lead to ineffective treatment and encourage parasite resistance. Using accurate weights helps ensure each animal receives a complete labeled dose for reliable results.

Q9: What injection-site reactions can occur with Vetrimec Ivermectin 1% Injection?

Ans: Transitory discomfort may occur after subcutaneous administration, and a low incidence of soft tissue swelling at the injection site has been observed. These reactions typically resolve without treatment, and dividing large cattle doses can reduce site reactions.