DEET microencapsulation: a slow-release formulation enhancing the residual efficacy of bed nets against malaria vectors

R. N'Guessan, B.G.J. Knols, C. Pennetier, M. Rowland

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Abstract

Textile materials treated with synthetic repellents have the potential to provide protection against insect disease vectors but lack the residual activity necessary to achieve a prolonged effect or to be cost-effective. DEET MC is a formulation of DEET (N,N diethyl-m-toluamide) in which the repellent is gradually released from a capsule that binds the repellent. An experiment carried out on DEET-treated mosquito netting showed that the formulation repels, inhibits blood-feeding and kills mosquitoes for a period of at least 6 months under laboratory conditions. Such formulations may have the potential for use on nets against pyrethroid-resistant mosquitoes or on clothing or bedding materials distributed in disasters, emergencies or refugee camp situations.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)259-262
JournalTransactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
Volume102
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008

Keywords

  • resistant anopheles-gambiae
  • pyrethroid resistance
  • synthetic repellents
  • mosquito nets
  • treated nets
  • insecticide
  • culicidae
  • diptera

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