Ausmectin Cattle Pour-On Guide Australia
IAH Ausmectin Cattle Pour-On is one of Australia's most widely used ivermectin-based cattle pour-on products. Available in multiple pack sizes, it is commonly used by beef and dairy producers as part of cattle parasite management programs according to label directions.
This guide explains the active ingredient, available pack sizes, application directions and key information about Ausmectin Cattle Pour-On for Australian livestock producers.
What Is Ausmectin Cattle Pour-On?
Ausmectin Cattle Pour-On is a ready-to-use ivermectin pour-on formulated for the treatment and control of ivermectin-sensitive internal and external parasites of cattle according to label directions. It provides broad-spectrum activity against a range of internal and external cattle parasites.
Active Constituent
IVERMECTIN 5mg/mL
Ivermectin belongs to the macrocyclic lactone family and is widely used in livestock parasite management products.
Available Ausmectin Pack Sizes
Choose the pack size that best suits your herd size and livestock management requirements:
Ausmectin is available in 250mL, 1L, 2.5L, 5L and 20L pack sizes.
What Parasites Does Ausmectin Target?
According to the product label, Ausmectin is indicated for the treatment and control of ivermectin-sensitive internal and external parasites including:
- Gastrointestinal roundworms
- Lungworms
- Eyeworms
- Sucking lice
- Biting lice
- Mange mites
- Buffalo flies
- Cattle ticks
Learn more about seasonal parasite risks in our Common Cattle Parasites In Australia guide.
For seasonal management information, read our Cattle Lice Treatment Guide Australia and When Should Cattle Be Treated For Lice? articles.
Key Features & Benefits
- Ivermectin-based cattle pour-on
- Ready-to-use formulation
- Broad-spectrum parasite coverage
- Suitable for beef and dairy cattle according to label directions
- Convenient backline application
- Available in multiple pack sizes
- Commonly used in Australian livestock management programs
Application Directions
Apply Ausmectin along the top line in a narrow strip extending from the withers to the tailhead.
Dose Rate: 1mL per 10kg bodyweight.
Animals should be weighed where possible and dosed according to the heaviest animal in the group. Avoid underdosing and excessive overdosing.
If you're comparing cattle treatment options, see our Choosing A Cattle Pour-On Product Australia guide.
Choosing The Right Pack Size
250mL
Suitable for hobby farms, small cattle herds and lifestyle properties.
1L
Ideal for general beef and dairy cattle operations.
2.5L
Well suited to larger cattle herds and grazing properties.
5L
Popular with commercial cattle enterprises and larger livestock operations.
20L
Designed for large-scale cattle enterprises requiring maximum treatment capacity.
Withholding Periods
MEAT: DO NOT USE less than 42 days before slaughter for human consumption.
MILK: Refer to current product label directions before use. Always follow label instructions and veterinary advice where required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What active ingredient is in Ausmectin Cattle Pour-On?
Ausmectin contains ivermectin 5mg/mL.
What is the dose rate for Ausmectin?
The recommended dose rate is 1mL per 10kg liveweight applied along the topline.
What pack sizes are available?
Ausmectin is available in 250mL, 1L, 2.5L, 5L and 20L pack sizes.
What parasites does Ausmectin target?
Ausmectin is indicated for ivermectin-sensitive gastrointestinal roundworms, lungworms, eyeworms, lice, mites, buffalo flies and cattle ticks according to label directions.
