External Antiparasitics: Pyrethrins

Question 1

What are Pyrethrins made from?

Answer 1

Made from a natural extract of the chrysanthemum flower

Question 2

Where are Pyrethrins found in? (6)

Answer 2

1. Aurimite
2. Mitaclear
3. Mycodex Pet Shampoo
4. Ovitrol Plus
5. Siphotrol
6. Synerkyl

Question 3

How popular are Pyrethrins?

Answer 3

One of the largest group of insecticides marketed for use vs. external parasites, household insects

Question 4

How safe are Pyrethrins?

Answer 4

safer than other external antiparasitics

Question 5

What are Pyrethrins usually mixed with to increase efficacy? (2)

Answer 5

1. other agents

2. piperonyl butoxide

Question 6

What are Pyrethrins used against and how do they work? (3)

Answer 6

1. fleas
2. ticks
3. repel and kill

Question 7

How do cats react to Pyrethrins?

Answer 7

cats are more susceptible to toxicity

Question 8

What are the side effects of Pyrethrins for cats? (8)

Answer 8

1. Skin irritation
2. Rashes
3. Excessive licking
4. Pruritus
5. Tremors
6. Seizures
7. Lethargy
8. Vomiting

Question 9

How do you treat accidental ingestion and dermal expoure of Pyrethrins? (2)

Answer 9

1. activated charcoal

2. bathing

Question 10

What animals should you not use Pyrethrins on?

Answer 10

Do not apply to kittens less than 4 weeks old or suckling pups