Animal Health Products New Zealand

Boehringer Ingelheim provides advanced, preventative animal healthcare. We develop vaccines, parasiticides and pharmaceuticals that protect animals against disease and pain. Our Animal Health products are listed below by product name in alphabetical order.

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Product nameIndicationActiveFurther Information
Cats
Frontline® Plus for CatsCats: For the treatment, control and prevention of flea and tick infestation, flea allergy dermatitis and biting lice on cats. May be used on kittens from 8 weeks of age. Safe for use on pregnant and lactating queens.Fipronil, (S)-methoprene 
Frontline® SprayCats and Dogs: For the treatment, prevention and control of flea, tick and biting lice infestations and flea allergy dermatitis on dogs and cats. Safe for use on puppies and kittens from 2 days of age. Can be used on pregnant and lactating bitches.Fipronil 
Metacam® Oral suspension for CatsCats: Alleviation of inflammation and pain in both acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders such as disco-spondylosis, arthropathy and soft tissue injuries.Meloxicamcatswitharthritis.com
Metacam® Anti-inflammatory Injectable for CatsCats: Reduction of pain after surgery and management of febrile conditionsMeloxicam 
Semintra® Oral Solution for CatsCats: For the reduction of proteinuria in cats with chronic kidney diseaseTelmisartan 
Stomorgyl® 2/10/20Cats and Dogs: Treatment of infections caused by susceptible aerobic and anaerobic bacteria in dogs and cats. Due to its spectrum of activity and propensity for concentration in oral tissues, the product is particularly active against infections causing oral or dental disease in dogs and cats.Spiramycin, metronidazole 
Cattle
Bivatop® 200 InjectionCattle: For the treatment of conditions caused by or associated with oxytetracycline sensitive organisms and infections.Oxytetracycline 
Buscopan® CompositumCattle: For the treatment of diarrhoea, post-parturient relief of pain, bloat and oesophageal obstruction.Hyoscine-N-butyl, bromide, dipyrone 
Copacaps®Cattle: Copacaps contain cupric oxide rods inside a gelatine capsule. They can be used for both treatment and prevention of copper deficiency. Capsules are more consistently effective than other supplementation methods at raising liver copper stores for up to 9 months following administration. Administer capsules carefully and with the recommended applicator.Copper 
CopaJectCattle, Sheep and Deer: For the treatment and prevention of copper deficiency in cattle, sheep and deer.Copperfutureproducers.co.nz
Eclipse® E B12 SeCattle: The world’s first dual action broad spectrum injectable parasiticide with selenium and vitamin B12 for cattle. Setting a new standard in injectable parasite control for cattle, no other injection is more effective. Vitamin B12 and Se added to Eclipse® E injection to support growth, immunity and reproduction. Treats and prevents selenium and cobalt (B12) deficiency. Prior to use store in the fridge to maintain excellent efficacy and quality, right up to the expiry date.Eprinomectin, levamisole, selenium, B12(cobalt)futureproducers.co.nz
Eclipse® E InjectionCattle: The world’s first dual action broad spectrum injectable parasiticide for cattle. Setting a new standard in injectable parasite control for cattle, no other injection is more effective. Keep refrigerated to maintain excellent product efficacy.Eprinomectin, levamisole 
Eclipse® POCattle: The world’s first dual combination cattle pour-on treats and controls internal and external parasites including those strains resistant to single active pour-ons such as Cooperia spp. No other pour-on is more effective against parasite resistance. This makes Eclipse® Pour-on the first choice treatment for all non-lactating cattle including calves.Abamectin, levamisole 
Eprinex® POCattle and Deer: For the treatment of lactating cattle to increase milk production. Treatment of lactating dairy cattle at calving and/or mid-lactation with Eprinex® increases milk solids more than any other product and can reduce calving to conception time. Eprinomectin is the most advanced endectocide ever developed. Persistent activity against Ostertagia and lungworm. Eprinex® has been extensively trialled in New Zealand and around the world and consistently demonstrates increased milk production in grazing dairy cows.Eprinomectin 
Exodus® 1% InjectionCattle and Sheep: An endectocide for sheep and cattle. It contains moxidectin which has excellent activity against a broad spectrum of parasites. In sheep it provides at least 35 days protection against Teladorsagia (Ostertagia) and Haemonchus contortus (Barber's Pole). Veterinarians should be involved in long-acting injection treatment decision making as advice on management techniques such as refugia and drench check testing, to reduce the threat of parasite resistance developing, is paramount.Moxidectin 
Ivomec® InjectionCattle, Sheep & Pigs: Treats and controls sensitive roundworms, lungworm and sucking lice in adult cattle, sheep and pigs.Ivermectin 
Ivomec® PlusCattle: Treats and controls roundworms, lungworm and sucking lice in adult cattle as well as adult liver fluke. Ivomec® Plus also has the shortest withholding period of any flukicide making it the ideal fluke treatment for dairy cows in the dry period.Ivermectin, clorsulon 
Mamyzin®Cattle: For treatment of infections due to gram positive bacteria " mastitis, uterine infections, respiratory infections, footrot ".Penethamate hydriodide 
Marks-Min® ZMSC with B12Cattle: Trace minerals to support growth, reproduction and immune defence with the energy from vitamin B12 for optimum health and performance in cattleZinc, Manganese, Selenium, Copper, Vitamin B12futureproducers.co.nz
Matrix® C Hi-MineralCattle: The ultimate three way drench with unsurpassed efficacy against mixed infections of gastrointestinal parasites, including those with single or dual resistance to any of the three major drench families. Triple combinations have also been shown to significantly slow the development of drench resistance. Use in calves over 120 kg.Abamectin, oxfendazole, levamisole, cobalt, selenium 
Metacam® 20 mg/mL Solution for InjectionCattle: For the treatment of acute respiratory infection and diarrhoea in combination with appropriate antibiotic therapy to reduce clinical symptoms in calves and young cattle. Acute mastitis, in combination with antibiotic therapy, as appropriate, to reduce clinical symptoms in lactating cows. For use to assist in the control of pain following dehorning of cattle.Meloxicam 
Planipart® InjectionCattle: For the relaxation of uterine musculature and abolition of contractions to enable obstetric intervention before, during and after delivery. To delay and therefore programme delivery to permit observation, e.g. avoidance of night-time delivery. To ensure manipulations carried out during embryo transfer are less traumatic to the uterus.Clenbuterol, hydrochloride 
Dogs
Buscopan® CompositumDogs: For the treatment gastroenteritis, diarrhoea, vomiting, spasm of the urogenital tract, and pain associated with digestive disturbances.Hyoscine-N-butylbromide, dipyrone 
Frontline® Plus for DogsDogs: For the treatment, control and prevention of flea and tick infestation, flea allergy dermatitis and biting lice on dogs. May be used on puppies from 8 weeks of age. Safe for use on pregnant and lactating bitches.Fipronil, (S)-methoprene 
Frontline® SprayDogs and Cats: For the treatment, prevention and control of flea, tick and biting lice infestations and flea allergy dermatitis on dogs and cats. Safe for use on puppies and kittens from 2 days of age. Can be used on pregnant and lactating bitches.Fipronil 
Metacam® Anti-inflammatory Oral Suspension for Dogs and CatsDogs: Alleviation of inflammation and pain in both acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders such as disco-spondylosis, arthropathy and soft tissue injuries.Meloxicam 
Metacam® Chewable Tablets for DogsDogs: Beef flavoured chewable tablets for the alleviation of inflammation and pain in both acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders.Meloxicam 
Metacam® Anti-inflammatory Injectable for DogsDogs: Injectable administration for alleviation of inflammation and pain in both acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders. Reduction of post-operative pain and inflammation following orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery.Meloxicam 
NexGard Spectra®Dogs: Kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea (Ctenocephalides spp.) infestations and for the control of New Zealand cattle tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis) for at least one month. Treatment of infestations with adult gastrointestinal nematodes of the following species: roundworms (Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina), hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum), and whipworms (Trichuris vulpis). A soft highly palatable beef-flavoured chew, which can be given with or without food. NexGard Spectra is safe for all breeds and puppies from 8 weeks of age weighing at least 2 kg.Afoxolaner, milbemycin oximenexgardspectra.co.nz
NexGard® ChewablesDogs: Kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea (Ctenocephalides spp.) infestations and for the control of New Zealand cattle tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis) for at least one month. A soft highly palatable beef-flavoured chew, which can be given with or without food. NexGard Chewables is safe for all breeds and puppies from 8 weeks of age weighing at least 2 kg.Afoxolaner 
Pexion® Tablets for DogsDogs: Imepitoin is an antiepileptic agent for use as an aid in the treatment of idiopathic epilepsy in dogs.Imepitoin 
Previcox®Dogs: A highly selective COX-2 inhibitor for the relief of pain and for the control of inflammation associated with osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal disorders of dogs. Previcox is also indicated for the control of post-operative pain associated with surgery; including soft tissue, orthopaedic and dental procedures. Safe use in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs, or in puppies less than 10 weeks of age, has not been established.Firocoxib 
Stomorgyl® 2/10/20Dogs and Cats: Treatment of infections caused by susceptible aerobic and anaerobic bacteria in dogs and cats. Due to its spectrum of activity and propensity for concentration in oral tissues, the product is particularly active against infections causing oral or dental disease in dogs and cats.Spiramycin, metronidazole 
Vetmedin® CapsulesDogs: For the treatment of canine congestive heart failure originating from dilated cardiomyopathy or valvular insufficiency (mitral and/or tricuspid regurgitation) and treatment of preclinical DCM in large breed dogs. The treatment of dogs with evidence of increased heart size secondary to the asymptomatic (preclinical) myxomatous mitral valve disease to delay the onset of clinical symptoms of heart failure. To reduce heart size and increase survival times.Pimobendan 
Vetmedin® Chewable Tablets for DogsDogs: For the treatment of canine congestive heart failure (CHF) originating from dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) or valvular insufficiency (mitral and/or tricuspid regurgitation) and treatment of preclinical DCM in large breed dogs. The treatment of dogs with evidence of increased heart size secondary to the asymptomatic (preclinical) myxomatous mitral valve disease to delay the onset of clinical symptoms of heart failure. To reduce heart size and increase survival times.Pimobendan 
Horses
Buscopan® CompositumHorses and Foals: For the treatment of all forms of colic, gastroenteritis, diarrhoea, post-parturient relief of pain and oesophageal obstructionHyoscine-N-butylbromide, dipyrone 
Mamyzin®Horses: Antibiotic for the treatment of infections caused by gram positive bacteria that cause mastitis, footrot, respiratory and uterine infections.Penethamate hydriodide 
Metacam® Oral Suspension for HorsesHorses: Alleviation of inflammation and relief of pain in both acute and chronic musculo-skeletal disorders.Meloxicam 
Metacam® 20 mg/mL Solution for InjectionHorses: For single dose rapid initiation of therapy of musculoskeletal disorders and relief of pain associated with colicMeloxicam 
Prascend®Horses: For the control of clinical signs associated with Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) (Equine Cushing's Disease) in horses and ponies1.0 mg Pergolide (as pergolide mesylate) 
Sedivet®Horses: Sedative to facilitate handling, examination and treatment and as a premedication agent prior to general anaesthesiaRomifidine hydrochloride 
Ventipulmin® Oral BronchodilatorHorses: Bronchodilator for the treatment of all conditions where constriction of the airway occurs and associated with bacterial and viral infections, bronchitis, bronchopneumonia, respiratory allergies and exercise induced bronchospasm.Clenbuterol hydrochloride 
Ventipulmin® InjectionHorses: Bronchodilator for the treatment of all conditions where constriction of the airway occurs and associated with bacterial and viral infections, bronchitis, bronchopneumonia, respiratory allergies and exercise induced bronchospasmClenbuterol hydrochloride 
Swine
Bivatop® 200Pigs: For the treatment of conditions caused by or associated with oxytetracycline sensitive organisms and infections.Oxytetracycline 
Buscopan® CompositumPigs: For the treatment of gastroenteritis, colic and diarrhoea.Hyoscine-N-butylbromide dipyrone 
Enterisol® IleitisPigs: Orally administered Lawsonia intracellularis vaccine for the active immunisation of pigs from 3 weeks of age and older as an aid in the prevention and control of Porcine Proliferative Enteropathy (PPE) or Ileitis.One 2mL dose of reconstituted vaccine contains (titres in TCID*50): Lawsonia intracellularis 
Ingelvac® CircoFLEXPigs: Vaccine for the active immunisation of pigs 2 weeks of age and older as an aid in the prevention and control of Porcine Circovirus Associated Diseases (PCVAD) caused by Porcine Circovirus type 2.Each 1mL dose contains: Porcine circovirus type 2 ORF2 protein Min RP* 1.0, Max RP* 3.75
*Relative potency
 
Ingelvac® MycoFLEXPigs: Vaccine for the active immunisation of healthy pigs from three weeks of age or older as an aid in the reduction of lung lesions following infection with Mycoplasma hypopneumoniae.Each 1mL dose contains: Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae RP* ≥ 1.0
*Relative potency
 
Ivomec® InjectionPigs: Treats and controls sensitive roundworms, lungworm, lice and mange mites.Ivermectin 
Metacam® 20 mg/mL Solution for InjectionPigs: For acute non-infectious locomotor disorders to reduce symptoms of lameness and inflammation. In puerperal septicaemia and toxaemia (mastitis-metritis-agalactia-syndrome) with appropriate antibiotic therapy to reduce clinical signs of inflammation, oppose the effects of endotoxins and hasten recovery.Meloxicam 
Sheep
Bionic Plus®Sheep: Combination capsule that pays out abamectin and albendazole for 100 days. For the treatment and prevention of selenium deficiency in sheep for 250 days and cobalt (Vitamin B12) deficiency in sheep for 100 days.Abamectin, albendazole, cobalt, seleniumfutureproducers.co.nz
Bivatop® 200 InjectionFor the treatment of conditions caused by or associated with oxytetracycline sensitive organisms and infections.Oxytetracycline 
Copaject®Sheep, Cattle and Deer: For the treatment and prevention of copper deficiency in cattle, sheep and deer.Calcium copper edetatefutureproducers.co.nz
Exodus® 1% InjectionSheep and Cattle: An endectocide for sheep and cattle. It contains moxidectin which has excellent activity against a broad spectrum of parasites. In sheep it provides at least 35 days protection against Teladorsagia (Ostertagia) and Haemonchus contortus (Barber's Pole). Veterinarians should be involved in long-acting injection treatment decision making as advice on management techniques such as refugia and drench check testing, to reduce the threat of parasite resistance developing, is paramount.Moxidectin 
Exodus® Long Acting InjectionSheep: Long acting moxidectin based injection given behind the ear. It provides protection against sensitive Teladorsagia (Ostertagia) for 112 days, Haemonchus contortus (Barber's Pole) for 91 days, and Trichostrongylus colubriformis for 42 days. It is ideal as a pre-lamb ewe or hogget treatment where the convenience of an injection is desired. Veterinarians should be involved in long-acting injection treatment decision making as advice on management techniques such as refugia and drench check testing, to reduce the threat of parasite resistance developing, is paramount.Moxidectin 
Ivomec® InjectionSheep, Cattle and Pigs: Treats and controls sensitive roundworms, lungworm and sucking lice in adult cattle, sheep and pigs.Ivermectin 
Mamyzin®For treatment of infections due to gram positive bacteria " mastitis, uterine infections, respiratory infections and footrot "Penethamate hydriodide 
Marks-Min® ZMS with B12Sheep and Cattle: Trace minerals to support growth, reproduction and immune defence with the energy from vitamin B12 for optimum health and performance in sheep, beef cattle and dairy cattle.Zinc, Manganese, Selenium, Vitamin B12futureproducers.co.nz
Matrix® Hi-MineralSheep: The ultimate three way drench with unsurpassed efficacy against mixed infections of gastrointestinal parasites, including those with single or dual resistance to any of the three major drench families. Triple combinations have also been shown to significantly slow the development of drench resistance. Mineralised version of Matrix®.Abamectin, levamisole, oxfendazole, cobalt, seleniumfutureproducers.co.nz
Metacam® 20 mg/mL Solution for InjectionSheep: For single dose use in sheep and lambs 14 days of age or older for the alleviation of pain and inflammation.Meloxicam