F10 GERMICIDAL OINTMENT FOR WOUNDS ON CATS, DOGS, BIRDS, REPTILES, HAMSTERS & OTHER ANIMALS (25G)
F10 ointment - 25g
For minor wounds and abrasions
F10® GERMICIDAL BARRIER OINTMENT
Registration No.: Act 36/1947 G3108
COMPOSITION
Quaternary ammonium compound ………………. 4,04g/L
INDICATIONS
F10 Germicidal Barrier Ointment is an antiseptic preparation effective against bacteria, fungi and viruses. The product can be used to treat open and contaminated wounds and to act as a protective barrier against infections on intact or abraded skin as well as in open wounds. It is safe for use on any species of animal of any age.
ANTIMICROBIAL ACTION
The antimicrobial action of the preparation is based upon the proprietary branded F10 compound. The mechanism of action of F10 is derived from those of each component taken separately, in addition to those due to the additive synergistic action of all components combined. At the concentrations in the product F10 has been assessed as giving a >log5 reduction in microbial counts against gram positive and gram negative bacteria; fungi, yeasts and moulds; enveloped and non-enveloped viruses; bacterial and fungal spores. The group of keratinophylic fungi is very large, but only two genera, know as dermatophytes, are known to cause disease (“ringworm”) in animals. The genera involved are Microsporum spp, and Trichophyton spp. At the concentration in the product F10 GERMICIAL BARRIER OINTMENT it was found to be effective in a contact time of 10 minutes however repeated applications re-applied every day until the condition clears is the recommended treatment protocol.
DOSAGE AND DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Use only as directed.
Remove all organic material and clean the wound using an approved irrigating solution.
Once a day apply a layer of F10 GERMICIDAL BARRIER OINTMENT over the total wound site.
Repeat daily or as directed by the veterinarian taking care to repeat the cleaning procedure before each application.
Re-occurring conditions should be treated in conjunction with a complete treatment plan, including antibiotics, as directed by the veterinarian.
A recommended infection control programme for use in cases of contagious skin infections is shown below.
Replace cap after use.
TOXICOLOGY
Acute oral and dermal toxicity – >5000mg/kg
Inhalation – Non-toxic
Skin irritation – Zero on intact or abraded skin after 24 hours
Ocular irritation – Zero after 24 hours
PRECAUTIONS
Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting. Give milk or water to drink.
Eye contact: Rinse eyes with water, seek medical advice if necessary.
WARNINGS
Do not mix with soaps and other chemicals.
Avoid contact with eyes.
Keep out of reach of children, uninformed persons and pets.
Although this remedy has been extensively tested under a large variety of conditions, failure thereof may ensue as a result of a wide range of reasons. If this is suspected, seek veterinary advice and notify the registration holder.
IDENTIFICATION
Semi-solid opaque ointment with a slight natural odour.
PRESENTATION
As a semi-solid ointment in 25g tube.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Store below 30ºC in dry conditions.
