PermaNet® 3.0 - Features

PermaNet® 3.0 is a new generation long-lasting insecticidal net with increased efficacy against pyrethroid-resistant malaria vectors. It combines two polymers – polyester and polyethylene – and two chemicals– Deltamethrin and a synergist (PBO), which gives increased efficacy against pyrethroid-resistant malaria vectors.

• Rapid regeneration of insecticide after multiple washes ensures higher efficacy throughout the lifetime of the net. The sides and roof of the net, regenerate 100% bioefficacy after one day with susceptible Anopheles gambiae, unlike other polyethylene nets that can take up to 15 days for complete regeneration¹¹.
• Unique wall construction, based on actual user behaviour, ensures longer lifetime of the net. The side panels of PermaNet® 3.0 are equipped with a specially designed lower 70cm border to enhance the lifetime of the net in the field.
• PermaNet® 3.0 provides effective protection for more than 20 washes. Experimental hut studies show that mosquito mortality rates with PermaNet® 3.0 washed 20 times were better than for PermaNet® 2.0 in areas where there were resistant pyrethroid-resistant malaria vector populations.

References

11. Itoh, T. (2005) Reference: J Gimnig et al. (2005) Laboratory wash resistance of long-lasting insecticidal nets. Tropical Medicine &
International Health 10, 1022-1029. Trop Med Int Health 10(12): 1325-1326.