New options for repelling mosquitoes presented

AORN Journal,  July, 2005  

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Americans have new options to protect themselves from mosquito bites this summer, according to an April 28, 2005, news release from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). A new CDC guidance on effective mosquito repellents includes the addition of two active ingredients--picaridin and oil of lemon eucalyptus--that have proven to offer Long-lasting protection from mosquitoes.

Picaridin (ie, KBR 3023) has been used for some time in mosquito repellents that are available in Europe, Australia, Latin America, and Asia. A product containing 7% picaridin will be distributed in the United States for the first time this year. Oil of lemon eucalyptus (ie, p-menthane3,8-diol [PMD]) is a plant-based product that is available in a number of products sold in the United States. Repellents that contain diethyltoluamide (DEET) also continue to be a highly effective repellent option. Picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, and OEET at[ are registered with the US Environmental Protection Agency and are considered safe and effective when used according to label instructions.

CDC Adopts New Repellent Guidance for Upcoming Mosquito Season (news release, Atlanta: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, April 28, 2005) http:// www.cdc.gov/od/oc/media/pressret/r050428.htm (accessed 26 May 2005).

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