Animal NDC 29983-1084-6 Opti-guard Base
Sodium Chlorite

Animal Product Information

Field Name Field Value
Animal NDC Code 29983-1084-6
Proprietary Name Opti-guard Base What is the Proprietary Name?
The proprietary name also known as the trade name is the name of the product chosen by the medication labeler for marketing purposes.
Non-Proprietary Name Sodium Chlorite What is the Non-Proprietary Name?
The non-proprietary name is sometimes called the generic name. The generic name usually includes the active ingredient(s) of the product.
Labeler Name Iba
Product Type Otc Animal Drug
Usage Information
    TO MAKE A READY-TO-USE SOLUTION OF OPTI-GUARD TEAT DIP, ADD EQUAL VOLUMES OF OPTI-GUARD BASE AND OPTI-GUARD ACTIVATOR INTO A CLEAN DIP CUP/CONTAINER AND MIX UNTIL THE COLOR IS UNIFORM THROUGHOUT. DO NOT DILUTE. DO NOT MIX WITH ANY OTHER PRODUCTS. MIX ONLY THE AMOUNT NEEDED FOR A 24 HOUR PERIOD. DISCARD ANY UNUSED TEAT DIP. UNUSED TEAT DIP MAY BE DILUTED WITH WATER AND SAFELY FLUSHED DOWN THE DRAIN.
Active Ingredient(s)
  • Sodium Chlorite
Marketing Category UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER What is the Marketing Category?
Product types are broken down into several potential Marketing Categories, such as NDA/ANDA/BLA, OTC Monograph, or Unapproved Drug. One and only one Marketing Category may be chosen for a product, not all marketing categories are available to all product types. Currently, only final marketed product categories are included. The complete list of codes and translations can be found at www.fda.gov/edrls under Structured Product Labeling Resources.

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Active Ingredient



Sodium Chlorite 0.7%


Mixing Directions



TO MAKE A READY-TO-USE SOLUTION OF OPTI-GUARD TEAT DIP, ADD EQUAL VOLUMES OF OPTI-GUARD BASE AND OPTI-GUARD ACTIVATOR INTO A CLEAN DIP CUP/CONTAINER AND MIX UNTIL THE COLOR IS UNIFORM THROUGHOUT. DO NOT DILUTE. DO NOT MIX WITH ANY OTHER PRODUCTS. MIX ONLY THE AMOUNT NEEDED FOR A 24 HOUR PERIOD. DISCARD ANY UNUSED TEAT DIP. UNUSED TEAT DIP MAY BE DILUTED WITH WATER AND SAFELY FLUSHED DOWN THE DRAIN.


Recommended Procedures For Teat Sanitation



A. PRE-MILKING (PRE-DIPPING)

1. Remove visible soils from the teats.

2. Observe foremilk by stripping two or three streams of milk into a strip cup.

3. Dip or spray the cow's teats full lenght with READY-TO-USE OPTI-GUARD TEAT DIP.

4. Wait at least 15-30 seconds.

5. Remove all teat dip by thoroughly drying the teats, teat orifices and udder with a clean, single service paper towel(s) to avoid contamination of milk.

6. Attach milking unit.

B. POST-MILKING (POST-DIPPING)

Immediately after milking, dip or spray all teats full length with READY-TO-USE OPTI-GUARD TEAT DIP. Ensure good coverage of all sides of the teats and teat orifices. Allow to dry. Do not wipe. Do not turn cows out in freezing weather until teat dip is completely dry.


Caution



KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

AVOID CONTACT WITH FOOD.

DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY.

NOT FOR HUMAN USE.


First Aid Procedures



EYE CONTACT: Rinse cautiously with fresh, tepid water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing for 15 minutes. Get immediate medical advice/attention. SKIN CONTACT: For RTU products wash any sensitive areas. INGESTION: Do not induce vomitting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Drink large amounts of water. If vomitting occurs, keep airways open. Keep head lower than the hips to prevent aspiration into the lungs. Get immediate medical advice/attention.


Warning



DO NOT DILUTE THIS PRODUCT.

DO NOT RETURN TEAT DIP LEFT IN THE TEAT DIPPER TO STORAGE CONTAINER.

ENSURE THAT DIPPED TEATS ARE DRY BEFORE EXPOSING THE ANIMALS TO WEATHER CONDITIONS WHICH MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO TO THE TEATS.

STORE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. ALWAYS STORE AWAY FROM DIRECT SUNLIGHT.

PROTECT THIS PRODUCT FROM FREEZING. HOWEVER, FREEZING WILL NOT AFFECT OPTI-GUARD PROVIDED THAT THE CONTENTS ARE THAWED COMPLETELY AND AGITATED THOROUGLY BEFORE MIXING BASE AND ACTIVATOR TOGETHER.


Opti-Guard Base



A highly effective germicidal non-iodine formulation


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