Synergistic ectoparasiticidal methods and compositions
US6479537B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K31/7048
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides methods for synergistic control of ectoparasitic arthropods with a synergistically effective amount of a combination of the macrocyclic lactone moxidectin and an arylpyrrole compound. Also provided are methods of protecting animals from infestation and attack by ectoparasites with said combination. The present invention also provides synergistic insecticidal compositions comprising as essential active ingredients the macrocyclic lactone moxidectin and an arylpyrrole compound.
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