ZIMECTERIN- ivermectin paste

ZIMECTERIN by

Drug Labeling and Warnings

ZIMECTERIN by is a Animal medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by Merial, Inc.. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.

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VETERINARY INDICATIONS

INDICATIONS: Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism. ZIMECTERIN® (ivermectin paste) provides effective treatment and control of the following parasites in horses. Large Strongyles (adults) – Strongylus vulgaris (also early forms in blood vessels), S. edentatus (also tissue stages), S. equinus, Triodontophorus spp. including T. brevicauda and T. serratus and Craterostomum acuticaudatum; Small Strongyles (adults, including those resistant to some benzimidazole class compounds) – Coronocyclus spp. including C. coronatus, C. labiatus and C. labratus, Cyathostomum spp. including C. catinatum and C. pateratum, Cylicocyclus spp. including C. insigne, C. leptostomum, C. nassatus and C. brevicapsulatus, Cylicodontophorus spp., Cylicostephanus spp. including C. calicatus, C. goldi, C. longibursatus and C. minutus, and Petrovinema poculatum; Small Strongyles – Fourth-stage larvae; Pinworms (adults and fourth-stage larvae) – Oxyuris equi; Ascarids (adults and third- and fourth-stage larvae) – Parascaris equorum; Hairworms (adults) – Trichostrongylus axei; Large-mouth Stomach Worms (adults) – Habronema muscae; Bots (oral and gastric stages) – Gasterophilus spp. including G. intestinalis and G. nasalis; Lungworms (adults and fourth-stage larvae) – Dictyocaulus arnfieldi; Intestinal Threadworms (adults) – Strongyloides westeri; Summer Sores caused by Habronema and Draschia spp. cutaneous third-stage larvae; Dermatitis caused by neck threadworm microfilariae, Onchocerca sp.

DOSAGE FORMS & STRENGTHS

DOSAGE: This syringe contains sufficient paste to treat one 1250 lb horse at the recommended dose rate of 91 mcg ivermectin per lb (200 mcg/kg) body weight. Each weight marking on the syringe plunger delivers enough paste to treat 250 lb body weight.

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PARASITE CONTROL PROGRAM: All horses should be included in a regular parasite control program with particular attention being paid to mares, foals and yearlings. Foals should be treated initially at 6 to 8 weeks of age, and routine treatment repeated as appropriate. Consult your veterinarian for a control program to meet your specific needs. ZIMECTERIN® (ivermectin paste) effectively controls gastrointestinal nematodes and bots of horses. Regular treatment will reduce the chances of verminous arteritis caused by Strongylus vulgaris.

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PRODUCT ADVANTAGES: Broad-spectrum Control – ZIMECTERIN® kills important internal parasites, including bots and the arterial stages of S. vulgaris, with a single dose. ZIMECTERIN® is a potent antiparasitic agent that is neither a benzimidazole nor an organophosphate.

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ANIMAL SAFETY: ZIMECTERIN® (ivermectin paste) may be used in horses of all ages, including mares at any stage of pregnancy. Stallions may be treated without adversely affecting their fertility.

STORAGE AND HANDLING

STORAGE INFORMATION: Store at 68° F - 77° F (20-25° C). Excursions between 59° F - 86° F (15-30° C) are permitted.

ADMINISTRATION

1) While holding plunger, turn the knurled ring on the plunger ¼ turn to the left and slide it so the side nearest the barrel is at the prescribed weight marking, aligning the arrows on the ring and plunger with the notch on the ring, as shown in the pictogram.

2) Lock the ring in place by making ¼ turn to the right. Ensure it is locked (it should no longer slide).
3) Make sure that the horse's mouth contains no feed.
4) Remove the cover from the tip of the syringe.
5) Insert the syringe tip into the horse's mouth at the space between the teeth.
6) Depress the plunger as far as it will go, depositing paste on the back of the tongue.
7) Immediately raise the horse's head for a few seconds after dosing.

WARNINGS

WARNING: Do not use in horses intended for human consumption.

Not for use in humans. Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children.

Refrain from smoking and eating when handling. Wash hands after use. Avoid contact with eyes. The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) contains more detailed occupational safety information. To report adverse reactions in users, to obtain more information, or to obtain a MSDS, contact Merial at 1-888-637-4251.

PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS: ZIMECTERIN® (ivermectin paste) has been formulated specifically for use in horses only. This product should not be used in other animal species as severe adverse reactions, including fatalities in dogs, may result.

Restricted Drug (California) - use only as directed.

ENVIRONMENTAL WARNING

Environmental Safety: Ivermectin and excreted ivermectin residues may adversely affect aquatic organisms. Do not contaminate ground or surface water. Dispose of the syringe in an approved landfill or by incineration.

INFORMATION FOR OWNERS/CAREGIVERS

INFORMATION FOR HORSE OWNERS: Swelling and itching reactions after treatment with ZIMECTERIN® (ivermectin paste) have occurred in horses carrying heavy infections of neck threadworm (Onchocerca sp.) microfilariae. These reactions were most likely the result of microfilariae dying in large numbers. Symptomatic treatment may be advisable. Consult your veterinarian should any such reactions occur. Healing of summer sores involving extensive tissue changes may require other appropriate therapy in conjunction with treatment with ZIMECTERIN®. Reinfection, and measures for its prevention, should also be considered. Consult your veterinarian if the condition does not improve.

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Product 7096101

ZIMECTERIN® is a registered trademark of Merial.
Copyright © 2016 Merial.
All Rights Reserved.

Marketed by: Merial, Inc. - Duluth, GA, 30096-4640 U.S.A.
Made in Brazil

SEALED FOR SECURITY.
IF BROKEN, DO NOT ACCEPT.

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 6.08 g Syringe Carton

ZIMECTERIN®
(ivermectin paste) 1.87%
ANTHELMINTIC AND BOTICIDE

Removes worms and bots
with a single dose.

For Oral Use in Horses Only

NADA 134-314, Approved by FDA

Net Wt. 0.21 oz (6.08 g)

MERIAL

CONTENTS WILL TREAT UP TO 1250 lb BODY WEIGHT.

Make every dose count.
See New Instructions.

INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE

ZIMECTERIN 
ivermectin paste

Product Information
Product Type	OTC ANIMAL DRUG	Item Code (Source)	NDC: 50604-7096
Route of Administration	ORAL

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name	Basis of Strength	Strength
ivermectin (UNII: 8883YP2R6D) (ivermectin - UNII:8883YP2R6D)	ivermectin	18.7 mg  in 1 g

Packaging
#	Item Code	Package Description	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
1	NDC: 50604-7096-1	6.08 g in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC

Marketing Information
Marketing Category	Application Number or Monograph Citation	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
NADA	NADA134314	06/15/1984

Labeler - Merial, Inc. (799641006)