Cockroach gels

Among the huge amount of means to combat homemade Prussians There is one form that allows you to effectively and without inhaling horrible odors to destroy domestic parasites. It is not difficult to buy a cockroach syringe and apply its contents to the habitats of insects, and the poison used is not dangerous for people and animals.

Operating principle

The action of the gel from cockroaches in the syringe is based on the principle of the "poisoned bait". Attractants contained in the gel attract insects with their taste and aroma, causing them to desire to eat the proposed substance. After eating an insecticide, the poison penetrates through the digestive system, is absorbed through the bloodstream and then negatively affects the nervous system of the pest. The result of poisoning is convulsive muscle contractions, which leads to complete paralysis.

Gel particles adhered to the paws prusak brings to its colony, after which the poison that appears in the nest can be eaten larvae and other members of the cockroach community.

On a note!

Due to the fact that the syringe gel has a soft consistency and contains moisture, it is more attractive to insects. As it dries, its effect against cockroaches decreases, so you should regularly update the layer poisonapplying another syringe.

The speed of action of the poison depends on the amount of poison contained in the gel and the rate of its ingestion by pests. On average, a poisoned cockroach dies within 1-2 hours after its consumption.

The following insecticides are included in the gels of various companies:

• fipronil - a paralyzing poison that has a contact intestinal effect;
• chlorpyrifos - poisons an insect through the intestines;
• diazinon - an analogue of chlorpyrifos, but in recent years, cockroaches on it have developed immunity;
• avermectins - a group of toxic substances of powerful insecticidal action, are highly toxic to humans, which requires their careful use in everyday life;
• pyrethroids are safer for humans, but toxic to domestic cats (can cause poisoning).

The composition of the gels also includes excipients:

• thickeners, giving the desired consistency;
• dyes - for color;
• attractants - with the help of aroma they attract insects;
• preservatives and stabilizers that reduce the speed of drying, etc.

Advantages and disadvantages of this method

The advantages of using the tool in a syringe for the destruction of cockroaches:

• the substances used are safe for humans and their pets - toxic fumes and odors are not released into the air, which minimizes the risk of allergies;
• have a long-lasting effect with high efficiency of the destructive effect on parasites, therefore, they can be used as the main means for their destruction and to create a barrier against penetration through ventilation and cracks;
• with proper application, the poison will not fall on kitchen utensils, decorative plants and things;
• syringes with gel are sold at an inexpensive price (50 - 300 rubles), are available in almost any store of household goods and household chemicals;
• the process of processing the premises, applying the gel takes 15 - 20 minutes, and for this there is no need to use protective equipment (glasses, gloves, a respirator);
• Due to the special nozzle, the gel can be applied to any inaccessible places on the syringe nose.

The disadvantage of the method of applying this form of cockroach control is its long exposure to parasites - it will take at least 2 to 3 weeks to completely destroy the population.

On a note!

According to scientists, each drop of the gel contains an amount of insecticide that can destroy 500 insects. However, in reality, a maximum of 10 parasites eat it, which still contributes to a decrease in their population in the apartment.

Popular brands of syringes

Modern and popular among the population syringes for cockroaches with insecticidal substances:

• Exil (former Global) - a German manufacturer’s product, is available in tubes with a nozzle, the gel has a chocolate color and smell, refers to effective means against domestic parasites, the price of 300 rubles .;
• Brownie Proshka - contains fipronil, sold in household goods stores and on the Internet, packaged in containers of 10, 30 and 50 ml, price - an average of 50 rubles .;
• Dohlox - presented in the form of a syringe with a capacity of 20 ml, which is enough to process the area of ​​the apartment up to 50 square meters. m, the cost of 50 rubles .;
• Clean house - includes the toxic substance chlorpyrifos, price 70 rubles;
• Foresight - based on fenthion, the price is about 45 rubles;
• Absolute - the package contains 125 ml of gel (3 times more than usual), the cost is 150 rubles.

Instructions for use

Before using the syringe, it is recommended that the room be wet-cleaned by removing dust, crumbs and food debris. It is necessary to shut off all sources of water and moisture, which will help to increase the interest of insects in wet matter.

The contents of the syringe must be applied to places of possible movement and accumulation of parasites in the room:

• skirting boards and crevices in the floor and walls;
• the gaps between the wall and kitchen furniture (cabinets, refrigerator, etc.);
• under the sink and around the bin;
• along the perimeter of the toilet;
• around the vent;
• legs of chairs and table;
• near water supply and sewage pipes, etc.

The gel from the syringe should be squeezed out and applied in separate drops, the distance between which should be 1-3 cm or in strips 2-3 cm long with the same interval. With a small number of parasites, the distance can be increased to 4 - 5 cm. It is allowed to apply the gel on cardboard or paper substrates, which can be slipped under furniture items and then thrown away as it becomes unusable.

The drying speed of the gel is different for different drugs: Absolute dries up within 4 weeks, Dohloks need to be changed every 2 weeks. It depends on the climatic conditions in the room (the drier the air and the higher the temperature, the faster the drying process).

Important!

Many fear that the use of the gel may leave indelible stains on furniture, however, modern products do not leave any marks after use, they can easily be wiped with a normal damp cloth.

Reviews

When cockroaches appeared in his kitchen, he decided to immediately start a fight with them, until their colony increased in size. The syringe Clean house bought in a store helped me with this. After applying the gel in all corners and problem areas in the room, after 10 days, a decrease in the number of parasites has become noticeable. And after repeated application it was possible get rid of cockroaches completely.

Gennady, Moscow

I bought a Dohloks syringe to combat domestic Prussians, but it turned out to be ineffective. I tried a few more and stopped at the Absolute company, which produces an insecticide in a large tube. A month later, the struggle was successful, cockroaches disappeared.

Olga, Vladimir

According to consumer reviews, the use of poisonous agents in the form of syringes with gel for the destruction of domestic cockroaches is widely used by the population to combat them. Due to the ease of use, high efficiency and affordability, such tools are very popular.