Centaura™ Insect Repellent by Farnam

Finally - one long-lasting insect repellent for both horse and rider that gives effective protection from mosquitoes and ticks including mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus. Centaura is the only insect repellent for both horse and rider that is registered in the United States by the EPA, and the only one with Picaridin as the active ingredient. Innovative, gentle formulation means you can use it on your horse, yourself, and your entire family - the one-and-done product! This insect repellent is gentle enough to be the go-to insecticide when you take a ride. Non-aerosol Centaura has no harsh odors and smells great! The unique locking cap and convenient size make it the ideal insect control for travel, the trail, and for competition. Centaura will not damage saddle, bridle, plastics, or other synthetic materials. Can is made from recycled, eco-friendly steel.

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Directions for Use: It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Follow these guidelines when applying Centaura Insect Repellent for Horse and Rider.

Horse and Rider:

• Hold 4-6 inches from body while spraying, keeping nozzle pointed away from face. Slightly moisten skin or hair coat with a slow sweeping motion.
• Excessive amounts or frequent reapplication is unnecessary.
• Do not spray directly on face.
• Apply on face by first spraying small amounts in palms of hands and spreading on face and neck, avoiding eyes.
• Do not apply to the hands of small children.
• When using on children, apply to your hands and then apply it to your child. Do not apply to their hands. To apply to a child's face and neck, apply the product into your hands and apply to the child. Take care to avoid mouth and eyes and apply sparingly around ears. Do not allow children to handle the product.
• Avoid contact with lips, cuts, wounds, or irritated skin.
• Do not apply to excessively sunburned skin.
• Do not exceed two applications per day.

Horse: Not for use on horses intended for human consumption. Do not apply under the saddle.

Rider: Do not apply under clothing. Apply sparingly around ears.

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

Hazards to Humans and Horses
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Causes moderate eye irritation. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling, returning indoors, and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, or using tobacco.

The information below describes the first aid procedures for incidents involving Centaura Insect Repellent for Horse and Rider:

FIRST AID

IF IN EYES
Hold eye open and rinse gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first five minutes, then continue rinsing. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

IF SWALLOWED
Call a physician or poison control center immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a Poison Control Center or a doctor. Do not give anything to an unconscious person.

Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or going for treatment. In case of emergency call: 800-234-2269.

PHYSICAL HAZARDS
Flammable. Do not use or store near heat sources, sparks or open flame. Do not smoke while applying.

STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Store in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Container is under pressure. Protect product container from direct sunlight and from temperatures above 122ºF (50ºC). If Empty: Non-refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Offer for recycling, if available. If partly filled: Call your local solid waste agency for disposal instructions. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain.