On Thu, 18 Jul 1996 [log in to unmask] wrote: > Ian, > > You are correct to recommend the use of gloves when handling > Apistan but not for the reason you suggest. Neither Apistan nor its > active ingredient, tau-fluvalinate are carcinogenic or "potentially > carcinogenic". Long-term stringent tests have proven this fact and is > one factor as to why Apistan has been registered as a veterinary drug > in most countries. > > The main reason for using gloves is that slight contact dermatitis is > not uncommon when handling any veterinary medicines or pesticides; > gloves can prevent skin irritation. Well..as i said..i only heard the information about the alleged carcinogenic properties of the drug. And at one time DDT was sprayed around with abandon..and i'm sure it was tested "stringently"...Ah well..:) Ian Watson [log in to unmask]