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Pesticides/Rodenticides; Insecticide Sprays, Dusts,

Powders and Pour‐On

Pesticides/rodenticides/insecticides are usually regulated by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Ordinarily, an EPA regulated product
can be identified by an EPA registration number on the label. Only products labeled
for use on or around dairy cattle or milking equipment should be used and only ac-
cording to their labels. The inspector should check to make sure that dust bags and
sprayers contain EPA approved products and that the directions for use are being
followed.

Pesticides should be mixed correctly and applied no more frequently then
specified on the label. EPA regulated pesticides and rodenticides are exempt from
the labeling requirements of 15r but the improper labeling, use, or storage of
pesticides or rodenticides violates section 19r of the PMO.

Ovarian Hormones and Adrenal Hormones

Ovarian (estrogens and progesterone) and Adrenalin (epinephrine) hormones are
not exempted from the PMO drug labeling and storage requirements. Products may
contain estrogen compounds such as ECP (estradiol cypionate). Such products may
bear an Rx legend. None have ever been approved by FDA for use in animals. ECP
is no longer marketed in the U. S. It should not be used or stored on dairy
operations.

Progesterone is sometimes used for reproductive diseases in cattle. Such products
are Rx and must comply with Item 15r of the PMO.

Epinephrine is a hormone from the adrenal glands, which is often used to treat shock
in animals. Usually full strength epinephrine is labeled as an Rx drug. There are less
concentrated OTC formulations. Such products should be properly labeled or extra-
labeled by a veterinarian.

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