Merlin Collar 1.04g Dog 65cm 2 Units External antiparasitic, recommended for dogs More information Merlin 1.04 g medicated collar for large dogs QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION A 65 cm (26 g) necklace contains: Active substance: Deltamethrin 1.04 g PHARMACEUTICAL FORM Medicated collar Black collar that releases a white powder. CLINICAL DATA Target species: Dogs Directions for use, specifying the target species: The veterinary medicine offers: • Continuous flea (Ctenocephalides felis) control activity for 16 weeks; • Continuous tick (Ixodes ricinus) control activity for 6 months; · Activity that prevents feeding and promotes the control of sand flies (Phlebotomus perniciosus) for 5.5 months. Contraindications Do not use on puppies under 7 weeks old. Do not use on dogs with skin lesions. Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients. Do not use on cats. Deltamethrin is harmful to cats. Special warnings for each target species: The collar reaches its maximum effect after one week, therefore it should be put on 1 week before the animals can be exposed to the infestation. Ticks and sand flies usually die and fall off the dog within 48 and 24 hours, respectively, after exposure, generally without having fed. However, it is not possible to prevent some ticks from attaching or some sand flies from biting after treatment. For this reason, the transmission of infectious diseases by ticks or sand flies cannot be completely ruled out under unfavorable conditions. For optimal control of flea infestations in homes with multiple pets, all dogs will need to be treated at the same time. Fleas often infest the pets basket, bedding, and usual resting areas, such as carpets and upholstered furniture. These should be treated with an appropriate insecticide in cases of heavy infestation and when starting control measures, and vacuumed regularly. Special precautions for use In case of skin lesions, the collar should be removed until the symptoms have disappeared. The influence of shampooing on duration or effectiveness has not been investigated. Occasional contact with water does not reduce the effectiveness of the collar. Specific precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals Accidental ingestion of this product may cause adverse reactions, including neurotoxic effects. Keep the product in its original packaging. Keep the collar in the bag until ready to use. Do not smoke, eat, or drink while handling the collar. Do not allow children to play with the collar or put it in their mouths. Dispose of any broken or cut pieces of the collar immediately. Wash your hands with cold water after adjusting the collar. Avoid prolonged contact with the collar or the dog wearing the collar. This includes sharing a bed with dogs wearing the collar. This is especially important for children. In case of oral exposure or accidental ingestion, consult a doctor and show the package leaflet or label to the doctor. Deltamethrin may cause hypersensitivity (allergic) reactions in sensitive individuals. People with known hypersensitivity to deltamethrin should avoid all contact with the veterinary medicinal product and the treated dog. Contact a doctor if hypersensitivity reactions occur. Other precautions Deltamethrin is toxic to aquatic organisms. Dogs wearing the collar are not allowed in waterways. Adverse reactions (frequency and severity): Rarely, local skin reactions (itching, erythema, hair loss) have been observed on the neck or skin in general. In very isolated cases, altered behavior (e.g., lethargy or hyperactivity) has also been reported, frequently associated with skin irritation. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and sialorrhea have been observed very rarely. Neuromuscular problems such as ataxia and muscle tremors have been observed very rarely. Symptoms usually disappear within 48 hours of removing the collar. If any of these symptoms occur, the collar should be removed and it is advisable to contact a veterinarian. The frequency of adverse reactions should be classified according to the following groups: - Very frequently (more than 1 animal out of every 10 treated animals shows adverse reactions during treatment) - Frequently (more than 1 but less than 10 animals per 100 animals treated) - Infrequently (more than 1 but less than 10 animals per 1,000 animals treated) - Rarely (more than 1 but less than 10 animals per 10,000 animals treated) - Very rarely (less than 1 animal per 10,000 animals treated, including isolated cases). Use during pregnancy, breastfeeding or egg laying: Laboratory studies have shown no evidence of developmental or embryonic effects. However, the safety of the veterinary medicinal product during canine pregnancy has not been established. Therefore, the product should only be used during pregnancy and lactation in accordance with the benefit/risk assessment performed by the responsible veterinarian. Interaction with other medications and other forms of interaction: Do not use with other ectoparasiticides (pyrethroids, organophosphates). Dosage and route of administration: For external and cutaneous use only. The collar should be adjusted around the dogs neck. Remove the collar from the protective bag just before use. Adjust the collar to the animals neck: neither too loose nor too tight. Two fingers should fit sideways between the collar and the dogs neck. Cut off any excess length exceeding 5 cm. Check periodically and easily adjust by pressing the top of the buckle and sliding the collar into the correct position. Overdosage (symptoms, emergency measures, antidotes), if necessary: In the unlikely event that the dog eats the collar, the following symptoms may occur: uncontrolled movements, tremors, drooling or salivation, vomiting, and stiffness in the hindquarters. These symptoms usually disappear within 48 hours. For more information about symptomatic treatment, you are advised to contact your doctor. local veterinarian.