Masodip Extra 0.436% w/v Ready to Use Teat Dip and Teat Spray Solution
Chlorhexidine Gluconate
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Veterinary medicinal product: teat dip/spray solution. Distribution category: AVM-GSL (Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013, Schedule 3). Active substance: Chlorhexidine Gluconate.1
In short: questions and answers
- Does Masodip Extra 0.436% w/v Ready to Use Teat Dip and Teat Spray Solution need a prescription?
- Over the counter. As stated in the registration decision.1
- Which animals is Masodip Extra 0.436% w/v Ready to Use Teat Dip and Teat Spray Solution for?
- Cattle.1
- What is the active substance in Masodip Extra 0.436% w/v Ready to Use Teat Dip and Teat Spray Solution?
- Chlorhexidine Gluconate. ATCvet code: QD08AC02.13
- What is the withdrawal period of Masodip Extra 0.436% w/v Ready to Use Teat Dip and Teat Spray Solution according to the leaflet?
- Cattle, milk: 0 days; Cattle, meat: 0 days.3
- Dispensing
- Over the counter1
AVM-GSL: Authorised Veterinary Medicine - General Sale List. No prescription is needed and it may be sold by any retailer.12
Supplied without a prescription. As stated in the registration decision.
- Animal species
- Cattle1
- Active substance
- Chlorhexidine Gluconate
- ATCvet code
- QD08AC023
- Manufacturer
- Marketing authorisation holder: Evans Vanodine International Plc
Withdrawal period
Summary of product characteristics
Composition
Qualitative composition Quantitative composition
Active Substance
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.436% w/v
(as Chlorhexidine Gluconate solution)
Excipients
Benzalkonium chloride 0.010% w/v
Ponceau 4R (E124) 0.0021% w/v
Other Relevant Constituents
Glycerol 10.80% w/v
Sorbitol 1.20% w/v
For full list of excipients see 6.1.
6.1 List of excipients
Benzalkonium chloride
Ponceau 4R (E124)
Glycerol
Sorbitol
Alcohol (C13 C15) 11 Mole Ethoxylate
Isopropyl Alcohol
Water Deionised
Pharmaceutical form
Teat Dip/Teat Spray solution.
Red aqueous liquid.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacotherapeutic group: Antiseptics and disinfectants, biguanides and amidines
ATC Vet Code: QD08AC02
5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties
Chlorhexidine is a bisbiguanide antiseptic and disinfectant effective against a wide range of bacteria, some fungi, and some viruses.
It is more effective against Gram-positive than Gram-negative bacteria, some species of Pseudomonas and Proteus being less susceptible. It inhibits mycobacteria. Chlorhexidine inhibits some viruses and is active against some fungi. It is inactive against bacterial spores at room temperature.
For pre-operative skin disinfection and hand washing, chlorhexidine is used as a 0.5% solution of the acetate or gluconate in alcohol (70%) or as in a 4% detergent solution of the gluconate.
For disinfection of wounds, burns, or other skin damage disorders, chlorhexidine is used as a 0.05% aqueous solution of the gluconate.
5.2 Pharmacokinetic properties
Chlorhexidine is poorly absorbed from the gastro-intestinal tract and skin.
Chlorhexidine was detected in low concentrations in the venous blood of 5 of 24 infants after bathing with a preparation containing chlorhexidine gluconate 4%. No adverse effects due to percutaneous absorption of chlorhexidine were observed.Low concentrations have been found in the venous blood of neonates following the topical use of a powder containing chlorhexidine 1%. Percutaneous absorption of chlorhexidine was reported in pre-term neonates (but not full term infants) treated with chlorhexidine 1% in alcohol for neonatal cord care; no such absorption occurred when a dusting powder containing chlorhexidine 1% and zinc oxide 3% was used.
Target species
Dairy cows
Indications
To be applied undiluted, by dipping or spraying to dairy cows' teats immediately after milking, as an aid in the control of mastitis in lactating dairy cows, and as an aid in the prevention and healing of cracked and chapped teats.
Dosage
Teat dipping:
Fill teat dipping cup about two-thirds full with the dip. No dilution is required Dip teats of every cow immediately after each cow is milked, ensuring that the full length of each teat is covered. Top up the cup with fresh solution as required.
Teat spraying:
Immediately after milking spray the entire surface of each teat of every cow with the product. No dilution is required.
Udder washing and cluster dipping:
Use in the proportion of 150ml of the product to 10 litres of water. Udder cloths should be allowed to soak in the solution. The use of separate udder cloths for each cow or disposable paper towels is strongly recommended. Dry each teat thoroughly after washing using either separate cloths or disposable paper towels for each cow. Teat clusters should be immersed and agitated for at least 30 seconds and rinsed in clean water before milking each cow. Teat dip cups should be emptied and washed before re-use.
Contraindications
Not to be use on lacerated teats.
Adverse reactions
None recorded.
Warnings
For external use only.
i. Special precautions for use in animals.
For use as a post-milking teat dip/spray only.
ii. Special precautions for the person administering the veterinary medicinal product to animals.
Avoid contact with eyes. If sprayed/splashed in the eye, rinse with clean running water and seek medical advice.
In case of ingestion seek medical attention immediately.
When used as a spray, avoid working in the spray mist.
Do not eat, drink or smoke whilst using this product.
Keep away from animal feed.
Wash hands after use.
iii. Other precautions
None.
Use during pregnancy, lactation or lay
The product is safe to use on pregnant and lactating cows.
Interactions
Incompatible with other dip compounds particularly anionics and soaps. Not to be used in conjunction with any other teat dip product.
Overdose
Not applicable.
Special warnings
See Section 4.8.
Withdrawal period
Milk: Zero hours
Meat: Zero days
Incompatibilities
Chlorhexidine gluconate is incompatible with soaps and other anionic materials and with suspending agents such as alginates and tragacanth. At concentrations of 0.05% chlorhexidine salts are incompatible with borates bicarbonates, carbonates, chlorides, citrates, nitrates, phosphates and sulphates, forming salts of low solubility. Insoluble salts may form in hard water. Chlorhexidine is inactivated by cork.
a) Soaps
b) Anionic surfactants
c) Phenolic disinfectants
Immediate packaging
*1000 litre natural UN approved high density intermediate bulk container (IBC) with tap.
Ensure that all equipment and containers used for decanting not more than enough product for use that day, are fit for purpose, clean, emptied after use and washed before use.
* 200 litre opaque, white, blue, grey, green or colourless high density polyethylene drum with polypropylene two co-polymer bungs.
5 litre opaque, white, blue, grey, green, black or colourless high density polyethylene drum with high density polyethylene screw fit cap
25 litre white, natural or black high density polyethylene drum with high density polyethylene screw cap (tamper evident).
.*The 200 and 1000 litre containers should not be returned for re-filling.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Storage
Store in tightly closed original container. Store only in plastic or glass containers. Protect from frost. Do not store above 25°C.
If contents freeze they must be thawed and thoroughly mixed before use.
Shelf life
Shelf life of the veterinary medicinal product as packaged for sale: 2 years.
Disposal of unused product
Any unused veterinary medicinal product or waste materials derived from such veterinary medicinal products should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements.
HARMFUL TO FISH AND AQUATIC LIFE. Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with the product or used container.
Additional information
Vm 03940/5007
9 DATE OF FIRST AUTHORISATION
19 August 1999
10 DATE OF REVISION OF THE TEXT
December 2025
Gavin Hall Approved: 16 December 2025
Registration holder
Evans Vanodine International Plc
Brierley Road
Walton Summit
Preston
Lancashire
PR5 8AH
United Kingdom
Regulations
- Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013 (SI 2013/2033), Schedule 32
Sources
- VMD Product Information Database: Masodip Extra 0.436% w/v Ready to Use Teat Dip and Teat Spray Solution, 03940/5007
- The Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013, Schedule 3 (categories of veterinary medicinal products)
- Summary of Product Characteristics: Masodip Extra 0.436% w/v Ready to Use Teat Dip and Teat Spray Solution
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