But before treating, I would like to know if it can be used more than once. For example, if I have used Cifox before, and I plan to use it again in a couple of years. There won't be any negative effects. I don't want to waste time waiting for the parasites to die, and meanwhile they continue to live on. I want to ask for expert advice. Interested in everything about Cifox from bed bugs: instructions for use and how to dilute, reviews of buyers (real) - any information. Thank you in advance!
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In my material below, you will learn how to properly use Cifox at home to kill bed bugs.
Composition, release form and principle of action
The drug can only be purchased in liquid form. Concentrated tool contains a significant dose of insecticide. The active ingredient is cypermethrin. It is contained in an amount corresponding to 25% of the total volume. Purchase the drug is available in 50 ml and 250 ml bottles. Large containers (up to 5 liters) are also available for sale. In domestic conditions (for treating apartments) a bottle of 50 ml is sufficient.
The product in the largest volume is purchased for large objects, it can also be used to kill street pests.
The drug refers to a single-component. This means that it contains only 1 active ingredient. In addition to it, the composition includes fragrances, emulsifiers. Cypermethrin (insecticide, which is the main active ingredient) belongs to the insecto-acaricide agents, it can be used against various pests (insectsspider species). This makes it versatile.
Cypermethrin exhibits an intestinal-contact action. This means that the substance is equally effective in destroying insects in different ways: when the substance enters through the cuticle (the chitinous shell of the parasite) and the digestive system. In the second case, the poison reaches its target earlier, because it is immediately delivered into the body, spreads through the tissues and begins to work.
With contact exposure, the venom is first on the outer covers. Only then is it delivered to the tissues.
To destroy bed bugsThe only possible method of exposure is the contact method. These insects will not respond to the bait because they do not eat other food, only blood warm-blooded creatures. It also affects the nervous system of the parasites. "Cifox." works on pests in a special way:
- retains its properties when exposed to heat (high temperature, ultraviolet radiation), so it is effective for 1 month after treatment;
- destroys insects that are resistant to other classes of insecticides (e.g., FOS);
- affects nerve cell membranes;
- synaptic abnormalities in the nervous system are caused by depolarization of repetitive discharges.
- disrupts the function of sodium channels (they open and close much more slowly);
- changes the sodium ion current rate, and cypermethrin is considered to be the most effective substance among pyrethroids, which has a significant effect on this process;
Substance is destroyed in an alkaline environment, so at the end of its action (in 2-4 weeks) should be cleaned with a soap or baking soda solution.
The remedy against bed bugs Cifox: instructions for use
The drug mixed with clean water (without additives or other chemicals), and the temperature of the liquid should be at room temperature. Stick to the recommended ratio of components to get an effective remedy. And you can not store the prepared solution for a long period of time. The liquid will lose its properties.
The maximum storage time of the working solution is 8 hours from the time of preparation.
When the room is prepared and the liquid concentrate is mixed with water in the recommended proportions, personal protective equipment should be worn. Processing It is recommended to perform this procedure with the windows and doors closed. This will keep the concentration at a high level until the end of the procedure. The liquid is sprayed over a variety of hard surfaces. Instructions for Use:
- the working solution is sprayed over the baseboards;
- treat the floor, walls (at least to the level of 1 m);
- bed frame, sofa;
- the back surfaces of the rest of the furniture, as well as areas near the base;
- The back of small objects in the house: paintings, clocks, vases, decorations of all types, as bed bugs hide in any small cracks near the bed;
- perimeter areas around the outlets (but not inside!);
- the bottom part of the carpeting;
- household appliance housing.
To prevent a dangerous situation (short circuit, fire) from occurring when spraying the liquid product, the power must first be switched off (on the switchboard).
Table: Working emulsions for bed bug extermination
Given that the drug is designed to get rid of different insects, the rules of its application are different in each case. To get rid of parasites (bed bugs), it is recommended to dilute the concentrate correctly. The dosage is shown below.
| Content of the active ingredient in % | Amount of cypermethrin in the working solution, ml | ||
| 1 л | 5 л | 10 л | |
| 0,01 | 0,4 | 2 | 4 |
| 0,05 | 2 | 10 | 20 |
Download the instructions for use "Cifox" against bed bugs
Indications for use
The drug should be used as soon as traces were found in your apartment or on your body bed bugs. For this, one should look for manifestations:
- bites on the body in the morning - red dots or spots, severe itching;
- specific smell, which is not always felt, it is stronger when the insects become a lot, as well as when you enter the house, the smell resembles an old cognac or almond and even rotten raspberry - people have different opinions on this, everyone feels different notes;
- The brown husk inside the furniture is insect cuticle;
- white formations - eggs bedbugs;
- dark marks on furniture - excrement insects.
"Cifox" is also used when detecting other pests: cockroaches, ants, fleas. Signs of appearance are similar: traces of vital activity on surfaces, and bites on the body (if the insect is blood-sucking).
Peculiarities of apartment preparation before treatment
In order to achieve the maximum effect when spraying, applying the product, it is necessary to properly approach procedures room preparation. There are many places in a home where pests can hide: inside furniture, behind baseboards and in other areas. When to use Cifox from bedbugs, adhere to the sequence of actions:
- The bed is freed from bed linen, pillows, blankets, and all woven fabrics are treated by high-temperature treatment;
- the mattress must be cleaned of insects (if the nest is located here), then it is placed next to the wall at some angle;
- Carpeting (if there are any at home) is rolled up, taken outside, if there are insects here is also treated;
- The furniture should be moved slightly, it is enough to displace the cabinets, chairs, sofa by 10-20 cm, which will allow high-quality treatment of the back surfaces and baseboards;
- check flower pots, there may also be bed bugs behind the trays;
- take off the drapes, they should be washed;
- Wall objects (clocks, paintings) are also treated from the back side, for which they must first be removed.
Cifox from bedbugs contains an insecticide, which belongs to the 3rd class of danger. This means that it is conditionally safe for humans, animals (if the rules of application are not violated). However, if possible, it should not be sprayed over woven materials, especially over bed linen, blankets, pillows.
Such items are treated in other ways (harmless).
If you have an aquarium at home, you should think about how to protect it. Possible options:
- The container is moved as far away as possible from the room to be treated;
- The aquarium can be left, but it is covered with glass, it is important that it fits tightly around the entire perimeter of the frame, in addition turn off the oxygen supply (compressor).
Plants, if possible, can also be taken out, but cypermethrin is not considered a phytotoxic agent, and therefore theoretically cannot cause harm to plantings. But animals and children should not be on the premises when using the cipermethrin bedbugs Cifox.
Advantages and disadvantages of the drug
Positive qualities:
- no acrid odor, but the room after treatment still needs to be aired to reduce the concentration of volatile substances in the air;
- high efficiency;
- easy processing;
- protection of the object from reinfestation, because cypermethrin retains its properties for 2-4 weeks, during which time the next generation of insects will appear and immediately receive a dose of poison;
- there is a possibility of destroying everyone insects homes;
- application inside and outside the facility;
- uniform distribution of the working solution on the surfaces, if a sprayer or a special sprayer is used.
It also has disadvantages:
- Over time, bed bugs develop resistance, previously thought that cypermethrin does not contribute to addiction insects to poison, but this opinion was in 2003, since then much has changed, the parasite organism has learned to adapt to the new conditions, it is already verified that the remedy is less effective with frequent use;
- on eggs bedbugs does not work.
Safety measures and first aid in case of Cifox poisoning
Cifox is a liquid product. It can be applied in different ways: with a sponge on surfaces or by spraying. When working with the product in the first case, it is sufficient to wear gloves. If you plan to spray The substance, you should protect your respiratory tract with a respirator, wear goggles, and gloves. Clothing should be closed and a headscarf should be worn. After the procedure it is sufficient to wash the clothes, because the insecticide breaks down in an alkaline environment (soapy solution).
If the drug gets on the skin, it will not penetrate into the blood, and therefore will not cause significant harm. However, this rule applies if the outer skin is not damaged. Otherwise, the insecticide can penetrate into the soft tissues. To prevent the development of complications, it is recommended to wash the affected areas with a soapy solution. It is advisable to wash with soap and water when finished, as well as to rinse the mouth, eyes and nasal passages with clean water.
If possible, you should take a shower.
However, such actions will not work if the poison substance enters the respiratory tract. In this case the poison immediately enters the blood, spreads through the body and affects the nervous system. You should go to the emergency room or call an ambulance if the patient has already had negative manifestations. In this case, the symptoms are controlled by putting the patient on a drip.
Where to buy and how much does it cost
You can buy the drug everywhere: in the capital and in the regions. However, the cost may vary. It is possible to order in the online store at a fixed price. But the buyer will have to pay extra for shipping. Some offers are presented in the table:
Стоимость зависит от объема флакона. Более доступный по цене вариант – емкость 50 мл (цена 250-300). Дороже стоит препарат в объеме 500 мл.
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Expert tips
- after the end of the treatment procedure you should leave the room in a "preserved" state: windows and doors should be hermetically closed so that the volatile substances get not only to the outer covers of the insects but also to the respiratory tract;
- clean the room as late as possible - preferably after 2 weeks, when the young bed bugs appear, they will also die.
Conclusion
Cifox is considered one of the most effective products because it contains an insecticide that kills larvae and adults. parasites. Features of the drug:
- It contains an insecticide of pyrethroid class. It is highly effective in affecting the nervous system of anthropods insects.
- It is not recommended to use concentrated liquid as it will increase the consumption of the substance. It is better to prepare a water-based working solution.
- The room should be cleaned prior to treatment. Furniture should also be moved to allow access to remote areas.
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