[The potential for using the preparations Icon and Karate in medical insect control]

The insecticidal activity of Aikon, 10% wettable powder, and Carate, 5% emulsified concentrate, and 5% water soluble granules, (Zeneka Plant Protection, UK) was studied in laboratory and field tests. Their effective doses were 0.001-0.5 g/m2 (as calculated for active ingredients) for synanthropic insects (cockroaches, flies, fleas). The agents belong to moderate hazard class 3 substances. Their use has been approved by the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation for treatment for non-living accommodations and subsidiary premises by specialists. Individual protective means should be used while contacting the agents.