Comparison of the Effectiveness of Two Formulations of Deet against Anopheles flavirostris

Abstract

The effectiveness of 2 formulations of deet (diethylmethylbenzamide) was tested against the principal vector of malaria in the Philippines, Anopheles falvirostis. A new extended duration repellent formulation (EDRF) was compared with the standard military-issue liquid formulation. The EDRF was significantly more effective than the liquid formulation between 6 to 12 h post-application. There was no difference between the 2 formulations in the first 6 h following application, or between 12 to 15 h post-application. The continue usefulness of the liquid formulation is discussed in light of these results.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1990
Accession Number
ADA233256

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