Virbac CYDECTIN® Long Acting Injection for Sheep

CYDECTIN® Long Acting Injection for Sheep is a powerful moxidectin-based drench designed to provide extended protection against internal parasites. With up to 4 months efficacy against barber’s pole worm (Haemonchus contortus), it is ideal for use in high-risk environments where parasite burdens are significant or sheep immunity is low.

This low-volume subcutaneous injection delivers persistent activity against key gastrointestinal worms, reducing the need for frequent treatments and helping to manage resistance. It also controls nasal bot and itch mite, contributing to overall flock health and productivity.

CYDECTIN® Long Acting Injection Features

Extended Worm Control

Provides at least 91 days protection against barber’s pole worm and small brown stomach worm, and up to 49 days against black scour worm.

Broad-Spectrum Parasite Control

Effectively treats and controls roundworms, nasal bot, and itch mite in sheep.

Ideal for High-Risk Situations

Recommended for use in highly contaminated pastures or where sheep immunity is expected to be low, such as in lactating ewes and weaners.

Convenient Administration

Delivered via a simple subcutaneous injection, reducing the need for frequent drenching and handling.

Resistance Management

Contains moxidectin, the most potent macrocyclic lactone (ML), effective against worms resistant to ivermectin and abamectin.

• Active Constituent: Moxidectin 20 mg/mL
• Dosage: 1 mL per 20 kg bodyweight
• Administration: Subcutaneous injection
• Pack Sizes: 500 mL
• Controls: Roundworms, nasal bot, itch mite
• Meat Withholding Period: 91 days
• Milk Withholding Period: Do not use in female sheep producing milk for human consumption
• Export Slaughter Interval (ESI): 133 days
• Storage: Store below 30°C (room temperature). Protect from light.

It controls internal parasites such as barber’s pole worm, small brown stomach worm, black scour worm, as well as nasal bot and itch mite.

It provides at least 91 days protection against barber’s pole worm and small brown stomach worm, up to 49 days against black scour worm, and up to 4 months protection against severe challenges by barber’s pole worm.

It is ideal for use in situations with high pasture contamination or where sheep immunity is low, such as in lactating ewes and weaners.

Yes, for improved sustainability, it is recommended to use CYDECTIN® Long Acting Injection concurrently with a drench from another chemical group.

Meat: 91 days; Milk: Do not use in female sheep which are producing, or may in the future produce, milk or milk products for human consumption; Export Slaughter Interval (ESI): 133 days.