DEPOSEL Slow Release Selenium Injection for ... - Agtech.com.au

Product name: DEPOSEL Slow Release Selenium Injection for Cattle and SheepDate of change: 21 October 2004 Page: 8 of 9Todays date: 3 June, 2005Type of label: Carton and primary labelPack sizes: 100 mL, 200 mL, 500 mL, 1 L Version: 9File: Deposel Label_JBOct04.docReason: add export trade advice + other changesText above this line is not included in the actual label.CattleDose (mL)weight50 to 100 kg 0.2 mL/10 kg bodyweight101 – 150 kg 3150 – 200 kg 4201 – 300 kg 6301 – 400 kg 8401 – 500 kg 10>500 kg 2 mL/100 kg bodyweghtWhen treating a large number of animals, a suitable multiple dose injector must be used.Shake pack well before use to ensure re-suspension of contents. Do not leave product in gun.The frequency of dosing should be related to the severity of the deficiencies. Product will last for up to 24months in sheep and up to 12 months in cattle. Check selenium status of animals before retreating. Consultyour animal health adviser for advice specific to your flock or herd.Caution: Avoid Carcass Damage1. Sterilise all injection apparatus by boiling before use. Avoid use of strong disinfectants on apparatus.2. Maintain cleanliness at all times.3. Keep needles sharp and clean, replace frequently.4. Use shortest needle possible, certainly not exceeding 15 mm.5. Avoid injection of animals during wet weather or under dusty conditions as far as possible.6. This product must be injected only under the skin.7. Inject high on the neck behind the ear.8. DO NOT administer by intramuscular injectionWITHHOLDING PERIODSMEAT: NILMILK (Cattle): NIL.(Sheep): DO NOT USE in lactating animals where milk or milk products may be used forhuman consumption.EXPORT TRADE ADVICE - TREATED STOCKExport Slaughter Interval (ESI): Not required when DEPOSEL is used as directed (subcutaneous injection),as visible injection site deposits are trimmed from the carcass at slaughter.Note: Some export markets employ x-ray screening technology which will detect radio-opaque substancessuch as barium selenate. Incorrect application of DEPOSEL could result in injection site residues not beingtrimmed at slaughter leading to detection and a potential risk to meat export.FIRST AIDIf poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre (Ph: 131126). If skin contactoccurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly.Material Safety Data Sheet: If additional hazard information is required refer to the Material Safety DataSheet. For a copy phone 1800 633 768.DisposalDispose of empty containers and packaging by wrapping in paper and putting in garbage. Discarded needlesshould immediately be placed in a designated and appropriately labeled ‘sharps’ container.StorageStore below 25°C (air conditioning) in original container, tightly closed, away from foodstuffs.Following withdrawal of the first dose, use remainder of the product within 28 days.