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"\\Dr. Pedro P. Rodriguez" <[log in to unmask]>
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Wed, 16 Jul 1997 17:45:48 -0400
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Aaron Morris wrote:
Well said Aaron.
I would like to add (for the laic) that abuse and lack of attention to
the prescribed and much recommended instructions, development of
resistance is one of the problems that we face in the practice of
medicine, be it human or veterinary.  There is nothing that the
practitioner of manufacturer can do to remedy the harm once it is done.
I have long feared that that is precisely the problem with Apistan
strips.  Those of you who have read my file will remember that I
mentioned that I bought a number of hives (severely infested by Varroa
mites) and that treatment with Apistan strips did absolutely nothing to
the mites. (Did the previous owner exceed recommended dosage?)
   Altering the physical characteristics of the strips could be
releasing more than
intended amounts of the pesticide (thus increased efficacy noted).
HOWEVER, that increased amount of the active ingredient is going to be
incorporated to the brood chamber and its contents.  BEWARE of the
consequences! I think that the writing is on the wall!
Best regards.
Dr. Rodriguez
Virginia Beach, VA

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