- Active Ingredient
- Kopertox Indications. As an aid in the treatment of thrush and to toughen hooves in horses; footrot in cattle, sheep, goats and pigs.
- Directions For Use. Cleanse affected area and remove necrotic tissue. Squirt Kopertox on affected area or apply with brush or swab.
- Kopertox Caution. Use with caution around eyes. Do not allow excess to runoff onto hair, since contact with this solution may cause some hair loss.
- Warning. Do not use on teats of lactating animals. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting; call a physician immediately.
- Storage. Store at controlled room temperature 15°C to 30°C. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the Kopertox information published above.
What are the uses of kopertox?
This page contains information on Kopertox for veterinary use. As an aid in the treatment of thrush and to toughen hooves in horses; footrot in cattle, sheep, goats and pigs. To prevent bleeding after dehorning cattle, sheep and goats.
How do you use squirt kopertox on dogs?
Squirt Kopertox on affected area or apply with brush or swab. Apply daily until fully healed or as recommended by your veterinarian. Use with caution around eyes. Do not allow excess to runoff onto hair, since contact with this solution may cause some hair loss.
How do I use kopertox ® on my horse?
Keep out of reach of children and pets. Clean the hoof thoroughly, removing debris and necrotic material prior to application of KOPERTOX ®. Apply daily to affected hoofs with a narrow paint brush (about 1") until fully healed. Caution: Do not allow runoff of excess KOPERTOX ® onto hair since contact with KOPERTOX ® may cause some hair loss.
How do I report an adverse reaction to kopertox?
Keep container tightly closed when not in use. NOTE: KOPERTOX ® is easily removed from hands, clothing and surfaces with light grade fuel oil or any type of lighter fluid. To report suspected adverse reactions or to obtain technical assistance, call 1--888-963-8471.
How often should I use KOPERTOX?
dailyApply daily to affected hoofs with a narrow paint brush (about 1") until fully healed. Caution: Do not allow runoff of excess KOPERTOX® onto hair since contact with KOPERTOX® may cause some hair loss.
Where do you apply KOPERTOX?
KOPERTOX ® provides water-resistant protection without bandaging. It is applied directly to the affected hoof to aid in treating horses and ponies with hoof thrush due to organisms susceptible to copper naphthenate.
What is the best thrush treatment for horses?
Iodine (or Bleach-and-Water) Treatment Treat thrush in horses with a germ-killing product, such as iodine or a bleach-and-water mix, diluted 50-50. The product you use will depend on how much sensitive tissue is exposed.
How do you use thrush Buster?
For thrush, apply only once to all infected areas. For prevention of thrush, use once a week in wet environments and once every two weeks in dry environments. Applications: One single application is usually sufficient for treatment.
Can I use KOPERTOX on cattle?
Kopertox Indications As an aid in the treatment of thrush and to toughen hooves in horses; footrot in cattle, sheep, goats and pigs. To prevent bleeding after dehorning cattle, sheep and goats.
How do you get KOPERTOX off your hands?
note: KOPERTOX® is easily removed from hands, clothing and surfaces with light grade fuel oil or any type of lighter fluid.
How long does thrush take to heal in horses?
With early treatment and good stall and environmental management, the prognosis for complete recovery for cases of thrush is good. Treatment will usually be required for 7-14 days.
What kills thrush in horse hooves?
Using a commercial thrush product every day can dry out the frog, however. Instead, you can make a gentler preparation of half bleach and half glycerin or glycerin-based hand lotion. Apply this solution to the hoof a few times a week using the hoof-pick swab technique.
Why does my horse keep getting thrush?
While Thrush itself is a bacterial infection, all sorts of different fungi, microbes, and bacteria can contribute to a horse developing thrush. Essentially, Thrush is a bacteria growth within the hoof as the result of a growing microbial infection present in the underlying skin tissue of the frog.
How quickly does Thrush Buster Work?
Clears thrush within 24 hours if caught early and usually within 48 hours for more advanced thrush. Does not dry out hoof either. I use this stuff once or twice a week, depending on how wet feet are. Never have a problem with thrush.
How long does Thrush Buster last?
Product Description. A thrush treatment so powerful that it lasts for up to eight days without reapplication... even in the wettest, muddiest terrain. Stomps out the thrush on contact. A single application not only relieves the agonizing, crippling effects of thrush, but dramatically reduces the chances of reinfection.
Should you pack a hoof with thrush?
Squirt Thrushbuster or other recommended medication into the sulcus, then pack it as deeply as possible with a clean gauze square or a cotton ball, using the hoof pick (Figures 3, 4 and 5). This packing should be changed daily, and be left in place at all times except when riding or exercising the horse.
Instructions
If you’re fighting thrush in your horse’s hooves, KOPERTOX Water-Resistant Horse Thrush Treatment can help to get to the root of the issue. This topical hoof care formula is designed to treat thrush by killing the organisms that cause the condition. Simply apply Kopertox to the affected hooves with a paintbrush each day.
1 Review
I tried another product from elsewhere before and it did not seem to help much so I got this as a recommendation from a friend and it is clearing up my horse's hoof very well! Definitely recommend.
Active Ingredient
- FUNGICIDE-ANTISEPTIC-ASTRINGENT-WATER RESISTANT For External Use Only On Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Goats and Pigs
Kopertox Indications
- As an aid in the treatment of thrush and to toughen hooves in horses; footrot in cattle, sheep, goats and pigs. To prevent bleeding after dehorning cattle, sheep and goats. As an aid in the treatment of hoof punctures, cracked hooves, ringworm, wounds and to waterproof bandages in all of the above species.
Directions For Use
- Cleanse affected area and remove necrotic tissue. Squirt Kopertox on affected area or apply with brush or swab. Apply daily until fully healed or as recommended by your veterinarian.
Kopertox Caution
- Use with caution around eyes. Do not allow excess to runoff onto hair, since contact with this solution may cause some hair loss. Do not use on cats, dogs and rabbits. Do not contaminate animal feed.
Storage
- Contains foil seal - Remove before use Wyeth Animal Health, Division of Wyeth Canada, 400 Michener Road, Guelph, Ontario N1K 1E4 Trademarks used under license NAC No.:11983781