SueChick Posted May 3, 2008 Share Posted May 3, 2008 I have asked this question once before but only got a reply saying how good it is - thanks for that by the way - but I just need the answer to following question answered if at all possible. I have used Johnsons Anti-Mite Spray (small spray with Budgie on front) twice now on the advice of forum users. I just wanted to know if it is still okay to eat the eggs as I have muddled them up this week and don't know which one was laid on the day I sprayed her. Is there any risk with this spray and eating eggs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted May 3, 2008 Share Posted May 3, 2008 I wasn't sure Sue but ate the eggs after treating all my hens as it's Pyrethrum based just like the other mite/louse powders so I assume that it's safe. There's nothing on the can about egg withdrawal but then again, it is for use on cage birds/pigeons rather than poultry. I'm still here 3 weeks after treating my hens though . Edit - I've emailed Johnsons to ask about egg withdrawal and will post their reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SueChick Posted May 3, 2008 Author Share Posted May 3, 2008 Thanks a lot for your quick reply and for e-mailing them. I think we have probably eaten them by now as well but as you said - you are still around!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted May 3, 2008 Share Posted May 3, 2008 We have used the spray several times, and still eaten eggs. We are fine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Right, to clarify this, I've spoken to a very nice lady on the other end of the Johnson's Veterinary health line and she says that * if the eggs are for your own consumption, withdraw them for 48 hours after treatment * if you are selling your eggs to the general public, withdraw them for 7 days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
