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
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