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A powerful and effective residual insecticide, Deosect, produced by Zoetis, is specially developed for the control of flies and lice on horses. sweet itch horses can be plagued by midges.
Not suitable for use on any animals for human consumption. POM-VPS
Please note: As this is a flammable product it cannot be sent via Royal Mail so will incur a delivery charge.
We recommend you undertake a patch test before using on your horses. Deosect must be diluted prior to use and according to the manufacturers instructions.
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Works amazing, finally the pony is free of liceSmells very strong
Customer recommends this product
My horse didn't have lice but had to do the whole herd, kept the lice off him
Customer recommends this product
Recommended this product to treat suspected lice. Used as directed and skin is now clear.
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This product works amazing first time I e used it
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Having followed the instructions to the letter and I’ve now administered two applications I fairly certain the problem has been addressed successfully.Easy to use in either a spray applicator or by sponge.
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Below are some recent questions we've received regarding Deosect Fly & Lice Control Solution for Horses, including answers from our team.
Williams
Is this effective on fleas
Deosect Fly & Lice Control Solution for Horses” is not officially labelled for fleas (on horses or other species), so using it for fleas is off-licence and might not be effective or appropriate. Use a flea treatment specifically labelled for fleas on the species involved.
Sara Barton-Dodson
How do I apply
Deosect must be diluted 1:50 with water.
That means 10 ml of Deosect per 500 ml of water.
Common dilution examples:
| Amount of Deosect | Amount of Water | Final Volume |
|---|---|---|
| 10 ml | 500 ml | 510 ml |
| 20 ml | 1 litre | 1.02 L |
| 50 ml | 2.5 litres | 2.55 L |
Susie
Hi,
What is the shelf life of undiluted deosect once opened?
The solution should be used within 24 hours.
Claire Jones
How long does each application last please
Deosect, when used as directed for fly and midge control, provides protection for up to 4 weeks. For lice control, it needs to be reapplied if necessary, with a minimum of 14 days between applications. Once diluted, the solution should be used within 24 hours
Claire Jones
How long does each application last please
The Deosect Fly & Lice Control Solution for Horses provides effective control against flies and lice for up to 4 weeks per application .
Terri
Do you just need to spray this (once diluted) on top of the hair or does it need to be brushed in after spraying?
You just need to spray the solution onto the coat.
Shelagh
My 24 year old mare Hattie seems to be plagued more every summer with black flies on her udder. She has never had a foal. I keep the area scrupulously clean and use anti itch lotions on her tail but actually stopping flies biting her udder is very difficult.
I use Deosect on both my horses but Hattie is not very happy with it - gets into a real tizz when I apply it to her so I’m
uncertain as to whether I should use it on her udder or whether that area is too sensitive as there is no hair. I’d be glad of any advice. Thanks.
The datasheet for this medication states Careful attention must be paid to total animal coverage, especially the face, legs, back and hind quarters with the caveat Do not apply to any lesions where the skin is broken. This means it should be safe on any areas with intact skin, including the udder. The datasheet actually advises full body coverage.
If the flies have caused inflammation or bites then the skin may be broken which could be the cause of the signs you describe. It is worth inspecting the area to make sure this is not the case.
Otherwise there will be a slightly cool sensation when the product is applied to the skin and it may be this that your horse finds disconcerting.
I suggest applying just water to your horse and monitoring her reaction. If the response is similar and the skin appears normal then it may be behavioural, in which case try to train her to get used to the experience if possible.
Catherine miller
This product is it any good for my horse witch l think could have mites
This medication is licensed to treat flies and lice only, not mites. It is therefore not advised for this use. If you would like advice on what products can treat mites in your horse then it is recommended to get in touch with your vet as most require a prescription. You can also get in touch with us at [email protected].
Maria
Hello, what is the minimum age the product can be used on? I read online not for use under 3 weeks of age but cannot see this information on the data sheet. Many thanks!
Deosect is not licensed for use in animals less than 12 months old as there is no studied dose below this, any use on the foal itself would be alongside a risk vs. benefit analysis by your vet.
Maximum usage ?
Good Afternoon ..
Can you apply this product daily ... ?
The datasheet for this medication states the following regarding application:
The application of the solution should commence at the onset of the fly season and be repeated monthly for general fly control and every two weeks for severe head and face fly control.
Apply when lice are observed and repeat as necessary at a minimum interval of 14 days.
Daily use would be off license and unfortunately this means we cannot advise on it. Your local vet may be able to discuss this further with you though, however daily application is unlikely to improve the effectiveness of the product.
