
Fluverm is an in-feed powdered wormer used to aid and control sensitive strains of internal parasites in pigs and poultry.
Fluverm contains flubendazole, a member of the benzimidazole group family of chemicals.
Fluverm can be used as an aid for the control of sensitive strains of the following internal parasites: Gastrointestinal worms (Ascaridia galli, Heterakis gallinarum, Capillaria spp., Raillietina spp.) in chickens and Gastrointestinal worms (Ascaris suum, Hyostrongylus rubidis, Oesophagostomum dentatum) and lungworm (Metastrongylus apri) in pigs.
Resistance may develop to any chemical.
50mg/g Flubendazole
Directions for Use:
Contraindications: This product is contraindicated for use in pigeons and parrots
Precautions: Do not overdose.
Use treated feeds within 6 months of preparation.
Chickens
Ascaridia gali, Heterakis gallinarum, Capillaria spp.
600 g of Fluverm per tonne of feed (equivalent to 30 g of flubendazole (30 ppm)) for 7 consecutive days.
For small numbers of animals, 1 supplied measuring spoon (13 g) of Fluverm is mixed into 21.5 kg of compound feed chickens.
Tapeworm (Raillietina spp.):
1200 g of Fluverm per tonne of feed(equivalent to 60 g of Fluverm (60 ppm)) for 7 consecutive days.
Ensure birds have access to feed to enable consumption of the required dose. Optimum results are achieved when using stringent chicken housing hygiene requirements.
Withholding Periods: MEAT (CHICKENS): REMOVE ALL MEDICATED FEED 7 days before slaughter for human consumption.
EGGS: Zero (0) Days
MEAT (PIG): REMOVE ALL MEDICATED FEED 7 days before slaughter for human consumption.
Trade Advice: PIGS: (ESI) DO NOT USE less than 7 days before slaughter for export. Before using this product, confirm the current ESI from Vetsense on 0245779911 or the APVMA website (www.apvma.gov.au/residues).
Safety Directions: May irritate the eyes. Avoid contact with eyes. When opening the container and preparing product for use, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and elbow-length chemical resistant gloves. Wash hands after use. After each day’s use, wash gloves and contaminated clothing.
First Aid Instructions: If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 13 11 26.
PROTECTION
Very toxic to aquatic life. DO NOT contaminate wetlands or watercourses with this product or used containers.