Taurador 5 mg/ml Pour-On for Cattle

Taurador 5 mg/ml Pour-On Solution for Cattle is a broad-spectrum antiparasitic treatment containing doramectin 5 mg/ml. It is used to treat gastrointestinal roundworms, lungworms, eyeworms, warbles, sucking and biting lice, mange mites and horn flies in cattle.

The active ingredient, doramectin, belongs to the avermectin group of antiparasitic medicines. It acts against susceptible internal and external parasites and provides prolonged protection against certain parasites following treatment.

Designed for convenient topical administration, Taurador is applied directly along the back of the animal, from the withers to the tailhead. It provides farmers with an alternative to injectable parasite treatments, with a single pour-on application at the recommended dose.

Taurador can be incorporated into a targeted parasite-control programme for beef cattle and eligible non-lactating dairy cattle, taking account of parasite risk, resistance and the restrictions for animals intended to produce milk for human consumption.

Product Information

Withdrawal Periods

Important: Cattle must not be slaughtered for human consumption until at least 35 days after the last treatment.

Dairy Cattle Restriction: Do not use in lactating animals producing milk for human consumption. Do not use in non-lactating dairy cows, including pregnant heifers, within 60 days before expected calving.

What Does Taurador Pour-On Treat?

Taurador is indicated for the treatment of specified internal and external parasites in cattle.

Gastrointestinal Roundworms

• Ostertagia ostertagi: Adults, fourth-stage larvae and inhibited larvae.
• Ostertagia lyrata: Adults.
• Haemonchus placei: Adults and fourth-stage larvae.
• Trichostrongylus axei: Adults and fourth-stage larvae.
• Trichostrongylus colubriformis: Adults and fourth-stage larvae.
• Cooperia oncophora: Adults and fourth-stage larvae.
• Cooperia punctata: Adults.
• Cooperia surnabada: Adults.
• Bunostomum phlebotomum: Adults.
• Oesophagostomum radiatum: Adults and fourth-stage larvae.
• Trichuris species: Adults.

Lungworms

• Dictyocaulus viviparus: Adults and fourth-stage larvae.

Eyeworms

• Thelazia species: Adult eyeworms.

Warbles

• Hypoderma bovis: Parasitic stages.
• Hypoderma lineatum: Parasitic stages.

Sucking and Biting Lice

• Sucking Lice: Haematopinus eurysternus, Linognathus vituli and Solenopotes capillatus.
• Biting Lice: Damalinia (Bovicola) bovis.

Mange Mites

• Psoroptes bovis.
• Sarcoptes scabiei.
• Chorioptes bovis.

Horn Flies

• Haematobia irritans: Horn fly treatment and control.

Important: Taurador Pour-On is not indicated for liver fluke or rumen fluke treatment.

Key Features of Taurador Pour-On

• Broad-Spectrum Parasite Treatment: Treats specified internal and external parasites in cattle.
• Active Ingredient: Contains doramectin 5 mg/ml.
• Easy Pour-On Application: Applied along the back without the need for injection.
• Gastrointestinal Roundworm Control: Effective against specified adult and larval stages, including inhibited Ostertagia ostertagi larvae.
• Lungworm Treatment: Treats Dictyocaulus viviparus infections.
• External Parasite Control: Treats specified lice, mange mites, warbles and horn flies.
• Prolonged Activity: Provides protection against certain parasites for up to 49 days.
• Horn Fly Control: Controls Haematobia irritans for at least 42 days following treatment.
• Rainfall Performance: Efficacy is not affected by the heavy rainfall conditions specified in the product datasheet.
• Multiple Pack Sizes: Available in 1L, 2.5L and 5L.

Prolonged Parasite Protection

Taurador Pour-On provides prolonged activity against infection or reinfection with certain parasites in cattle.

Note: These protection periods apply only to the parasites listed above. They do not indicate that Taurador provides the same duration of protection against every parasite.

Taurador Pour-On Dosage for Cattle

Recommended Dose: 1 ml per 10 kg bodyweight, equivalent to 500 micrograms of doramectin per kg bodyweight.

Apply a single treatment topically along the mid-line of the back in a narrow strip extending from the withers to the tailhead.

Cattle - Dose and Bottle Coverage

Bottle Coverage: The 1L, 2.5L and 5L columns show the number of complete cattle doses available at each bodyweight, rounded down to whole doses. Figures assume no product wastage. For heavier cattle, continue at the recommended dosage rate of 1 ml per 10 kg bodyweight.

How to Apply Taurador Pour-On

• External Use Only: Taurador Pour-On must be applied topically to cattle. Do not inject or administer orally.
• Correct Dosage: Apply 1 ml per 10 kg bodyweight.
• Application Area: Apply along the mid-line of the back in a narrow strip from the withers to the tailhead.
• Accurate Bodyweight: Determine bodyweight as accurately as possible before treatment.
• Group Treatment: When treating groups, separate cattle according to bodyweight to avoid underdosing or overdosing.
• Dosing Equipment: Check the accuracy and calibration of the dosing applicator before use.
• Skin Condition: Do not apply to skin contaminated with mud or manure.
• Single Treatment: Administer one application at the recommended dose.
• Veterinary Guidance: Follow veterinary advice regarding parasite monitoring, treatment timing and resistance management.

Can Taurador Pour-On Be Used in Wet Weather?

According to the product datasheet, the efficacy of Taurador against internal and external parasites is not affected by heavy rainfall of 2 cm in one hour occurring 20 minutes before treatment or 20-40 minutes after treatment.

The effect of more extreme weather conditions on treatment efficacy has not been established.

Important: Always apply the product according to the label instructions and avoid application to skin contaminated with mud or manure.

Important Safety Information

• Target Species: For cattle only.
• Other Animals: Do not administer to other species. Severe adverse reactions, including fatalities, may occur.
• Dogs and Other Sensitive Species: Prevent accidental ingestion or exposure by dogs, particularly collies, Old English Sheepdogs and related breeds, as well as turtles and tortoises.
• Hypersensitivity: Do not use in animals known to be hypersensitive to doramectin or any of the excipients.
• Milk Restriction: Not authorised for use in animals producing milk for human consumption.
• Pregnant Dairy Cattle: Do not use in non-lactating dairy cows, including pregnant heifers, within 60 days before expected calving.
• Anthelmintic Resistance: Avoid frequent repeated treatment with products from the same antiparasitic class and ensure accurate dosing.
• Warble Treatment Timing: Where warbles are present, treatment should be timed to avoid secondary reactions caused by the death of Hypoderma larvae. Seek veterinary advice.
• Application Site Reactions: Small application-site lesions may occur rarely.
• Protective Equipment: Wear rubber gloves, boots and a waterproof coat when handling or applying the product.
• Skin Contact: Wash accidental skin exposure immediately with soap and water.
• Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with water and seek medical advice, showing the product label or leaflet.
• Ventilation: Use outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.
• Flammability: Highly flammable. Keep away from heat, sparks, naked flames and other sources of ignition.
• Hygiene: Do not eat or smoke while handling the product. Wash hands thoroughly after use.

Managing Parasites in Cattle

Gastrointestinal Roundworms

Gastrointestinal roundworm infections may affect growth, feed efficiency and body condition in cattle. Clinical signs can include diarrhoea, reduced weight gain and poor performance.

Lungworms

Lungworm infection may cause coughing, increased breathing effort and respiratory disease. Young or previously unexposed cattle may be particularly vulnerable to clinical infection.

Lice and Mange Mites

External parasites such as lice and mange mites can cause itching, rubbing, hair loss and skin irritation. Taurador treats the specified lice and mange mite species listed in the product datasheet.

Horn Flies

Horn flies feed on cattle and may cause irritation and discomfort. Taurador provides treatment and control of Haematobia irritans, with control lasting at least 42 days following treatment under the conditions specified in the SPC.

Important: Similar clinical signs may be caused by other diseases or parasites. Diagnosis and treatment decisions should be guided by veterinary advice and appropriate testing.

Environmental Precautions

• Aquatic Toxicity: Doramectin is very toxic to aquatic organisms and may accumulate in sediments.
• Water Protection: Keep treated cattle away from water bodies for two to five weeks after treatment to reduce environmental risk.
• Dung Fauna: Doramectin residues in dung may affect dung-feeding organisms and the breakdown of dung on pasture.
• Repeated Treatments: Avoid unnecessary repeated use of doramectin and other medicines from the same antiparasitic class.
• Disposal: Do not dispose of unused medicine through wastewater or household waste. Use an appropriate veterinary medicine take-back or disposal scheme.

Storage and Shelf Life

• Shelf Life: Three years in the unopened original packaging.
• After Opening: Use within three months of first opening.
• Storage: Store in the original container, tightly closed and protected from light.
• Refrigeration: Do not refrigerate.
• Product Form: Pale blue, clear pour-on solution.
• Available Sizes: 1L, 2.5L and 5L.
• Marketing Authorisation Holder: Norbrook Laboratories Limited.
• Legal Status: Prescription-only veterinary medicine.
• Disposal: Dispose of unused medicine and waste materials in accordance with local requirements.

Important: Always read the current product label and enclosed information for Taurador 5 mg/ml Pour-On Solution for Cattle before use. Apply the correct dose, observe the withdrawal period and follow veterinary advice.