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.

SPECIES

For use on pet animals including pigeons, cage birds, including birds of prey, reptiles, small rodents (hamsters, guinea pigs, mice, rats), rabbits and ferrets.

INDICATIONS

An antiseptic preparation effective against bacteria, fungi and viruses to treat open and contaminated wounds and to prevent re-infestation.

DIRECTIONS OF USE

• Use only as directed. Use biocides safely and sustainably.
• Remove all organic material and clean the wound using a concentration of 1:50 of F10CL Veterinary Disinfectant of F10 Antiseptic Solution (concentrate) 1:250 of F10CL Veterinary Disinfectant or F10 Antiseptic Solution (Concentrate).
• 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 overleaf.

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, known 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 GERMICIDAL BARRIER OINTMENT it was found effective in a contact time of 10 minutes however repeated applications re-applied every day until the condition clears is the recommended treatment protocol.

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.

PRECAUTIONS

• Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting. Give water to drink.
• Eye contact: Rinse eyes with water, seek medical advice if necessary.

IDENTIFICATION

Semi-solid opaque ointment with a slight natural odour.

PRESENTATION

As a semi-solid ointment in 25g tubes, 100g and 500g pots.

STABILITY

Shelf life of 4 years.