How to protect yourself from ticks using Reftamid Anti-Tick aerosol

Reftamide Anti-Tick is an acaricidal agent in the form of an aerosol, which is intended to protect humans from ticks and blood-sucking insects. These parasites pose a danger to human health due to their ability to transmit severe infectious diseases, including tick-borne encephalitis, borreliosis, and ehrlichiosis.

Composition and advantages of the product

The Reftamid brand represents a whole series of anti-tick medications, the purpose of which is to protect against blood-sucking insects and parasites. Issues funds located in Novosibirsk. Repellents of this brand are in high demand due to their high effectiveness.

The main components of the Reftamide anti-tick aerosol are toxic alpha-cypermethrin (0.2%) and imiprothrin, which are part of the pyrethroid group. Additional components: alcohol (15-30%), glycerin (5%), isobutane or propane (30%), etc. The product is intended for application to clothing and shoes, as well as other fabric items.

When a tick comes into contact with toxic components, it receives a dose that affects its ability to orient itself. Then paralysis of the parasite's limbs occurs, due to which the tick falls off the clothing and dies after a few minutes.

Composition and types of the drug

The aerosol manufacturer produces several types of tick repellents, including a repellent that repels blood-sucking insects, which is also applied to the skin. But its effectiveness is not one hundred percent, so to protect against parasite bites, use products that contain the word “anti-mite” in their names. All of them are based on toxic pyrethroids alpha-cypermethrin and/or imiprothrin, so avoid contact with the skin and mucous membranes. To do this, handle things not on a person, use protective gloves and a mask.

Treat your clothes with Reftamide Anti-Tick when walking in areas where these parasites live to protect yourself from bites.

Reftamid Anti-mite taiga

The active substance - alpha-cypermethrin - has a contact and intestinal effect on the parasite, ensuring its almost immediate death. Apply the product to clothing and shoes from a distance of 10–20 cm, and only wear them after they have completely dried.

It is most thoroughly sprayed on the cuffs of shirts, the tops of socks and trousers, and the bottom of trouser legs, since from here it is easiest for ticks to reach human skin in order to attach themselves.

After going to a dangerous area inhabited by ticks, things are shaken and hidden in a sealed bag. The next day they are no longer processed, since the protective effect lasts for 10–15 days. The spray is suitable for protection against ticks during picnics and walks in forests, parks and other areas during the period of parasite activity.

Reftamide Anti-mite has a nerve-paralytic effect on parasites, i.e. causes paralysis and death

Table: composition of aerosol Reftamid taiga

Reftamid Antiklesch extra (strengthened)

It has a similar effect to the previous product, but has an enhanced composition. Designed for anyone who plans to visit places with a large number of parasites, especially for people who regularly do this as part of their job, for example, foresters or geologists.

Reftamide Anti-mite is applied only to clothing, avoiding contact with skin and mucous membranes.

Table: composition of the drug Reftamide Antiklesch extra

Upon contact with the active substance of the aerosol, the functions of the nervous system of insects are disrupted. This leads to increased release of acetylcholine, severe agitation and subsequent poisoning, paralysis and death of the parasite.

Table: description of the substances included in Reftamide

Advantages of aerosol

The advantages of using the tick repellent Reftamide include:

• ease of use, consisting of spraying the entire surface of clothing, which is intended for further use when visiting a forest, park or other place where there is a danger of a tick bite;
• availability and low cost - it is sold in pharmacy chains and other points, the price is 100-180 rubles;
• high effectiveness against ticks and insects for the period specified in the attached instructions.

Reftamide against ticks

On a note!

Reftamide Anti-mite belongs to toxic drugs (hazard class 2), and in contact with human skin it has class 3 (moderately dangerous). Therefore, it is prohibited for use by children and pregnant women, and can only be applied to clothing.

Reftamid Anti-mite - pros and cons

The acaricidal agent is intended to protect people from ixodid ticks. Parasites are dangerous because they carry pathogens of encephalitis, borreliosis, typhus and other diseases, which in some cases lead to disability and death. To prevent a bite and not get sick, it is enough to treat all clothes and shoes with this aerosol. It has a nerve-paralytic effect. Upon contact with it, the parasite receives a dose of toxic substance, which is enough to cause loss of orientation. After two minutes, the tick’s limbs are paralyzed and it becomes detached from things, and after five minutes it dies.

Reftamide Anti-mite is applied only to clothing, shoes and fabric items

Aerosol advantages:

• simple application - it is enough to treat all the clothes that a person is going to wear while visiting places with a high risk of tick bites;
• accessibility - the cost of drugs is 120–180 rubles, they are sold in pharmacies and other retail outlets;
• effectiveness - the composition of the drugs, when used correctly, guarantees protection against blood-sucking parasites for the entire period specified in the instructions.

The drug also has disadvantages:

• not suitable for children, pregnant and lactating women, but their clothes may be handled by other people;
• toxicity - the active component, when ingested, belongs to hazard class II, and when in contact with human skin - to III (moderately dangerous).

Forms of release and purpose

Reftamide repellent aerosols are intended to act against the following types of insects and parasites:

• mosquitoes, mosquitoes;
• fleas;
• horseflies;
• taiga and forest ixodid ticks;
• midges and biting midges.

Application of this protective agent helps protect people from tick bites and blood-sucking insects for the specified period:

• Reftamide Antiklesch - a green cylinder with a red cap, used only for treating clothes, available in 100 and 145 ml cylinders - valid for 25-30 days;
• Reftamide Maximum for skin treatment - effective for 5 hours;
• Reftamid Extreme - recommended for hunters and fishermen, valid for 8 hours;
• Reftamid Anti-Tick Strengthened is a strong insectoacaricidal agent that acts on taiga and forest ticks, the aerosol from a light green can can only be applied to clothing and equipment, it is sold under the trade name Reftamid Taiga.

How to use Reftamide

Spray only outdoors. The product is toxic to humans. It is advisable to use it in a quiet place without wind.

Shake the can before use. The optimal distance from the can to clothing is 25 cm. The main attention should be paid to the least protected areas - ankles, sleeves, neck. The average spraying time is 1 minute for each item of clothing. You can wear treated clothing after it has completely dried and only on underwear - a long-sleeve T-shirt, tights.

The duration of the protective effect is until the first wash, if you do not wash or wet the clothes - 15 days.

Instructions for use

To apply an anti-tick agent, you must perform the following steps:

• hang or lay out clothes, shoes and equipment outdoors in a place protected from the wind; it is allowed to use them in a ventilated area;
• after shaking the aerosol, spray, holding the balloon at a distance of 10-20 cm in an outstretched hand until lightly moistened;
• It is recommended to carefully treat potentially dangerous areas: the area around the ankles, cuffs, shoulders, collar, belt, etc.;
• processing time is no more than 2 minutes;
• dry things, wear only underwear;
• the protective effect time of Reftamide is 10-15 days
• The procedure can be repeated after washing or after the expiration date.

Application of Reftamid aerosol

Reftamid Extra Anti-mite enhanced 100ml

Aerosol Reftamid Extra Anti-Tick Enhanced is an insectoacaricidal agent for protecting people from taiga and forest ticks, fleas (carriers of pathogens of dangerous human diseases: tick-borne encephalitis, borreliosis, plague, etc.).

COMPOUND

The product contains as active substances: alphacypermethrin - 0.2% and imiprothrin - 0.15%. As excipients it contains: functional additives in a hydrocarbon solvent using a hydrocarbon propellant that does not destroy the ozone layer of the atmosphere.

BIOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

The product has an acaricidal effect against taiga and forest ticks (carriers of tick-borne encephalitis and tick-borne borreliosis) and an insecticidal effect against fleas.

In the recommended mode of use, the product, with a single inhalation exposure in the form of an aerosol and vapor, belongs to class 3 of moderately hazardous substances, the volatile components of the product (vapors) released after processing the fabric belong to class 4 of low-hazard substances (according to the Classification of the degree of hazard of disinfestation products).

Upon single contact with the skin and mucous membranes of the eyes, it causes severe irritation. Does not have a sensitizing effect. In accordance with GOST 12.01.007-76, in terms of acute toxicity parameters when administered into the stomach, the product belongs to class 3 of moderately hazardous substances, when applied to the skin to class 4 of low-hazardous substances.

PURPOSE

The product is intended to protect people from taiga and forest ticks, fleas (carriers of pathogens of dangerous human diseases: tick-borne encephalitis, borreliosis, plague, etc.) when processing clothing and other fabric products. The duration of protective action against ticks and fleas is up to 15 days.

APPLICATION

Shake the container. Handle clothing and other fabric products outdoors (in a place protected from the wind). Position the products and direct the spray in the direction of the wind. Spray the product onto the products from a distance of 20-25 cm from them, holding the can at arm's length. The total processing time for trousers and shirts is no more than 2 minutes. Particularly carefully treat clothing around the ankles, shins, knees, thighs, shoulder girdle and areas where ticks and fleas can enter the body. Dry the clothes and put them on underwear. Use at a temperature not lower than plus 10°C.

Repeat treatment after 10-15 days or after washing.

Violating the rules of behavior and the method of using the product can lead to ticks being sucked on.

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

Do not smoke or eat while using the product. Do not spray near open flames or hot objects. Protect from exposure to direct sunlight and heating above plus 40°C.

Pressurized cylinder. Do not disassemble or give to children. Do not treat clothing on a person or wear it until completely dry. Wear treated clothing over underwear. Store treated clothing in a plastic bag.

Clothes for children, pregnant and lactating women should be handled by other adults. After work, wash your hands thoroughly with warm water and soap.

Persons with skin diseases and hypersensitivity to chemical components should use the product with caution. Avoid contact with respiratory organs, mouth, eyes and skin.

FIRST AID MEASURES

If the product gets into the eyes and/or skin, rinse with water; if it gets into the mouth, rinse; if it gets into the respiratory system, remove the victim to fresh air. If necessary, consult a doctor, have the label or instructions with you.

STORAGE

Store the product away from sources of fire at temperatures from minus 40°C to plus 40°C, separately from medicines and food products, out of the reach of children and animals. Shelf life under proper storage conditions is 3 years.

PACKING

The product is produced in aerosol cans with a volume of 100 cm³.

Precautionary measures

The following precautions should be taken when spraying anti-tick sprays:

• cannot be used at air temperatures below +10°C;
• Do not spray near fire or hot objects;
• Do not smoke when using;
• Before spraying, it is recommended to wear a respirator and gloves;
• things for children and pregnant women should be handled by another person;
• It is not recommended for one person to spray more than 1 cylinder per day;
• Avoid contact with eyes, mouth and skin; if this happens, rinse with clean water or rinse;
• Items worn directly on a person should not be processed, and it is not recommended to wear them until they are completely dry;
• processed items can be stored in a plastic bag;
• After use, wash your hands well with soapy water.

Important!

People with individual intolerance to the components of the product, diseases of the skin or respiratory tract (asthma, etc.) should be careful when using this product.

Storage conditions for Reftamide:

• at a temperature of -40…+40°С,
• separate from food and medicine
• in a place inaccessible to sunlight;
• Do not give it to children and do not disassemble the cylinder.

Reftamid Anti-mite

Contraindications and possible side effects

The use of the product is not recommended for nursing and pregnant women and children. People with sensitive skin should be especially careful and careful when spraying the spray. Even minor contact with the skin causes allergic reactions and pain. It is important to quickly wash off the drug with water.

The following side effects may occur if chemical vapors are inhaled or come into contact with skin:

• convulsions, trembling of limbs;
• impaired coordination of movements;
• increased lacrimation and salivation.

First aid for poisoning:

1. Hang the victim out into the air.
2. Give plenty of water to drink and take activated charcoal (if ingested).
3. Wash eyes and skin with plenty of water and soap.

If symptoms of poisoning appear, seek medical help.

Where to buy Reftamide?

We invite you to buy the anti-tick drug “Reftamid” in our store in Ulyanovsk. If you live outside the city, we are ready to come and carry out acaricidal treatment against ticks so that the summer season is not overshadowed by contact with these dangerous insects. We will also offer effective means of combating house ticks and other insects that you would not want to see in your apartment.

Find out the cost and availability of the drug in the store by calling +7(8422)455-288, +7(8422)455-292.