“Terradox” is understood as a universal remedy that helps cope with a variety of harmful insects. It is effective against May beetles, various types of flies, wireworms, mole crickets and other soil parasites. The composition has an improved form and is available in the form of granules. It reliably protects cultivated plants from pests.
Composition and release form
The active component of the product is considered to be diazinon. 1 kilogram of the drug contains 40 grams of the active ingredient. The product is produced in the form of granules.
Purpose of the product
The substance can be used to combat a variety of soil pests. With its help you can cope with mole crickets, cabbage flies, and furrowed weevils. The composition is also effective against wireworms, onion flies, and beetles.
How the drug works
Upon contact with particles of the substance or the soil around them, the parasites die. The protective effect against cockchafers lasts 2 weeks. For the same period, the drug protects plants from the activity of mole crickets. At the same time, the substance helps against onion and cabbage flies all season long. A similar effect is observed from wireworms.
How to use Terradox
For the substance to work, it is important to strictly follow the instructions for use. Methods of using the drug vary significantly depending on the culture. When planting seedlings, potatoes and bulbs, the composition is embedded in the soil or scattered over the surface. When planting tree sprouts, the roots of the crops are dipped into a mash made from Terradox, soil and water.
The dosage and rules for applying the composition are given in the table:
| Culture | Pests | Consumption rate |
| Potatoes, with the exception of early ripening varieties | Wireworms, mole crickets | 20 grams per 10 square meters from the mole cricket - it is necessary to apply the drug to 2-5 centimeters during the growing season.
40 grams per 10 square meters against wireworms - add the substance to the soil during planting work. |
| Cabbage, with the exception of early varieties | Mole crickets, cabbage flies | 20 grams per 10 square meters of mole crickets - add 2-5 centimeters into the soil during the growing season.
40 grams per 10 square meters against cabbage flies - the composition must be applied to the surface of the soil when planting seedlings. |
| Onions, excluding feather bows | Mole crickets, onion flies | 20 grams per 10 square meters of mole cricket - the composition must be applied to a depth of 2-5 centimeters during the growing season.
50 grams per 10 square meters against onion flies - apply to the surface of the soil when planting bulbs. |
| Flower crops, excluding potted ones | Mole crickets, mosquitoes, flies, weevils | 20 grams per 10 square meters of mole cricket - the composition must be applied to a depth of 2-5 centimeters during the growing season.
1-2 grams per 10 square meters against parasites - spread the composition on the surface of the soil around the crops. |
| Strawberries, after harvesting the fruits | Medvedki | 20 grams per 10 square meters of mole cricket - the composition needs to be applied 2-5 centimeters during the growing season. |
| Tree seedlings | Khrushchi, chafer larvae, wireworms | 8 grams per 1 liter of mash - dip the roots of the seedlings before planting.
40-50 grams per 10 squares - the drug is applied again 25-30 days after planting in the ground with embedding to a depth of 5-10 centimeters. |
Safety measures and first aid
It is necessary to lay out the granules carefully. It is important to ensure that there are no children or animals nearby. In this case, you should use special clothing for work. Gloves and a respirator are important. It is important to keep the composition separate from food, medicines and feed. This must be done out of the reach of children and animals. Do not drink, eat or smoke during treatment.
If symptoms of illness appear, you should immediately stop working and remove the person from the area of exposure. You also need to remove clothing and protective equipment, avoiding contact of the composition with the skin. After this, it is recommended to immediately take the victim to the hospital.
If the substance is accidentally swallowed, it is worth rinsing the mouth with water and allowing the person to take several glasses of activated carbon solution. To prepare it, you should take 1 gram of sorbent per 1 kilogram of weight. Then induce vomiting. It is recommended to perform the procedure several times. This is done only if the person is conscious. It is then important to take the victim to the hospital immediately.
First aid rules depend on the characteristics of the injury:
- If inhaled, remove the person to fresh air.
- If the skin is damaged, it is recommended to remove the composition with a piece of cloth or cotton wool. It is important to avoid vigorous rubbing of the skin, and then wash the contaminated area with soap.
- If it gets on clothing, remove it and wash the affected areas with water.
- If the composition gets into your eyes, it is important to rinse them. This is done with plenty of running water.
After providing first aid, you should immediately consult a doctor. Antidotes to the drug are considered to be anticholinergic drugs. Cholinesterase reactivators can also be used.
Product compatibility
When using Terradox in private households, it is not recommended to combine it with other drugs.
Shelf life and storage conditions
It is recommended to store the drug in its original packaging. It must be kept out of reach of children and animals. The temperature range can be from -30 to +25 degrees. The shelf life must be 3 years.
Analogues of the product
Effective analogues of the product include:
- "Barguzin";
- "Practitioner";
- "Diazol";
- "Fly-eater."
"Terradox" is an effective drug that helps cope with a variety of harmful insects. For the substance to work, it is important to strictly follow the instructions.Compliance with safety rules when using the composition is of great importance.
