Vetrimec (Ivermectin) 1% Sterile Solution Injection for Cattle and Swine (50 mL)

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Vetrimec 1% Injection is a broad-spectrum antiparasitic solution containing ivermectin, formulated for the effective treatment and control of internal and external parasites in cattle and swine. This injectable parasiticide delivers proven efficacy with a low-volume dose and a high margin of safety.

Vetrimec 1% controls a wide range of parasites, including gastrointestinal roundworms, lungworms, grubs, lice, and mange mites—helping maintain animal health and improve productivity.

Key Benefits

• Injectable treatment for internal and external parasites in cattle and swine
• Highly concentrated—only 1 mL per 110 lb (50 kg) body weight in cattle
• Delivers 40 to 550 doses per 1,000 mL bottle depending on animal weight
• Controls roundworms, lungworms, grubs, lice, mange mites, and more
• Proven persistent activity against key parasites for up to 28 days

Indications for Use

Cattle

Vetrimec 1% Injection is indicated for the treatment and control of the following parasites in cattle:

Gastrointestinal Roundworms (adults and fourth-stage larvae):

• Ostertagia ostertagi (including inhibited stages)
• Ostertagia lyrata
• Haemonchus placei
• Trichostrongylus axei
• Trichostrongylus colubriformis
• Cooperia oncophora
• Cooperia punctata
• Cooperia pectinata
• Oesophagostomum radiatum
• Bunostomum phlebotomum
• Nematodirus helvetianus (adults only)
• Nematodirus spathiger (adults only)

Lungworms:

• Dictyocaulus viviparus (adults and fourth-stage larvae)

Cattle Grubs:

• Hypoderma bovis
• Hypoderma lineatum

Sucking Lice:

• Linognathus vituli
• Haematopinus eurysternus
• Solenopotes capillatus

Mange Mites (Scabies):

• Psoroptes ovis (syn. P. communis var. bovis)
• Sarcoptes scabiei var. bovis

Persistent Activity in Cattle

Ivermectin 1% Injection provides extended protection against reinfection from key parasites:

• 28 days: Dictyocaulus viviparus, Oesophagostomum radiatum
• 21 days: Ostertagia ostertagi, Trichostrongylus axei, Cooperia punctata
• 14 days: Haemonchus placei, Cooperia oncophora

Swine

Vetrimec 1% Injection is also approved for the treatment and control of the following parasites in swine:

Gastrointestinal Roundworms:

• Large roundworm – Ascaris suum (adults and fourth-stage larvae)
• Red stomach worm – Hyostrongylus rubidus (adults and fourth-stage larvae)
• Nodular worm – Oesophagostomum spp. (adults and fourth-stage larvae)
• Threadworm – Strongyloides ransomi (adults)

Somatic Roundworm Larvae:

• Strongyloides ransomi (somatic larvae)
• Note: Sows should be treated at least 7 days before farrowing to prevent transmission to piglets.

Lungworms:

• Metastrongylus spp. (adults)

Lice:

• Haematopinus suis

Mange Mites:

• Sarcoptes scabiei var. suis

Cattle Dosage

Vetrimec 1% Injection should be administered subcutaneously under the loose skin in front of or behind the shoulder at a dose of 200 mcg/kg body weight. Each mL contains 10 mg of ivermectin and treats 110 lb (50 kg) of body weight. Do not exceed 10 mL per injection site.

Swine Dosage

Vetrimec 1% Injection should be administered subcutaneously in the neck at a dose of 300 mcg/kg body weight. Each mL treats approximately 75 lb.

Administration Instructions

• Cattle: Use a 16-gauge, ½–¾ inch sterile needle. Inject subcutaneously under loose skin in front of or behind the shoulder. Use only automatic syringe equipment with 50 mL, 500 mL, or 1000 mL bottles.
• Swine: Inject subcutaneously in the neck behind the ear. Use a 16–18 gauge needle for adults, and an 18–20 gauge needle for younger pigs. Clean the site with alcohol and disinfect the rubber stopper before use.
• Use sterile, disinfected equipment to prevent injection site infections.
• Observe animals for injection site reactions. Do not administer intravenously or intramuscularly.

Recommended Swine Treatment Program

Breeding Stock:

• Sows: Treat 7–14 days before farrowing.
• Gilts: Treat 7–14 days prior to breeding.
• Boars: Treat at least twice annually or as needed based on exposure risk.

Feeder Pigs: Treat weaner/grower/finisher pigs before moving into clean quarters. Retreatment may be necessary in contaminated environments.

Important Notes:

1. For mange, prevent reinfestation by treating all animals and allowing at least 7 days before moving pigs into clean areas.
2. Louse eggs may take 3 weeks to hatch. Retreatment may be required for complete control.
3. Consult your veterinarian for herd-level parasite control planning.

Special Minor Species Use

• Reindeer: Inject 200 mcg/kg subcutaneously for warbles (Oedemagena tarandi). Follow cattle administration guidelines.
• American Bison: Inject 200 mcg/kg subcutaneously for grubs (Hypoderma bovis).

Residue Warnings

• Do not slaughter cattle within 35 days of treatment.
• Do not slaughter swine within 18 days of treatment.
• Do not treat reindeer or bison within 56 days of slaughter.
• Not for use in female dairy cattle of breeding age or pre-ruminating calves.
• Not for use in calves processed for veal.

Precautions

• Transient swelling or discomfort may occur at the injection site. Divide doses over 10 mL into two sites in cattle.
• Monitor for injection site reactions. Clostridial infections should be treated aggressively with antibiotics.
• Use only in cattle, swine, reindeer, and American bison. Do not use in dogs or other species.

Warnings

• Not for human use. Keep out of reach of children.
• For occupational safety, refer to the SDS. To report adverse reactions or obtain the SDS, contact Bimeda, Inc. at 1-630-928-0361.
• California: Restricted Drug – Use Only as Directed.

Storage

• Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F).
• Protect from light.