September 2, 2020

Virbac launches world's first dual-active worm control for cattle

Virbac Australia has launched Cydectin Platinum, the next generation of cattle pour-on drenches. It is the world's first dual active moxidectin and levamisole pour-on powered by DMI-SorbTM technology, to offer cattle producers unrivalled worm control.

Cydectin Platinum was developed, tested and manufactured locally in Australia and is Virbac's second drench combination in three years following the success of Tridectin for sheep producers. Innovation in this space is becoming rare due to the extensive cost and commitment needed to bring new products to market. The development of Cydectin Platinum has taken seven years and has involved Australian farmers, veterinarians, formulation experts, parasitologists and market experts.

The technology behind the product makes it highly effective against single and dual resistant worms, and includes a claim for reduced pasture contamination for 21 to 35 days. Cydectin Platinum is the only combination drench with persistency claims and also has the shortest WHP and ESI (specific withholding periods) of any combination drench on the market.

Dr. Matt Ball, tech services manager at Virbac, says, "Dual actives allow worms to be attacked in different ways, killing the worms learning to survive single active drench chemicals.

This drench is a game-changer, offering unrivalled dual active worm control in the convenience of a pour-on with a short ESI and no known effect on dung beetles. It can easily replace the use of any cattle drench."

The product is available from all major animal health suppliers across Australia. Farmers are encouraged to discuss this new product innovation with their advisors.