To treat infections in poultry, veterinarians recommend the antibiotic Enrofloxacin. This medication is used in veterinary medicine to treat and prevent common chicken diseases. It is available as an oral solution. This antibiotic is effective against bacterial infections in chickens that cause digestive, urinary, and respiratory problems.
The instructions for use recommend using Enroflon to suppress the activity of pathogenic microorganisms in the stomach and intestines of domestic chickens.
Enrofloxacin, once it enters the bird’s body, first suppresses the vital activity of pathogenic microorganisms, and then kills them completely. The solution is administered orally to the chickens using a pipette, but more often the medication is diluted in water, which the birds drink throughout the day. Thanks to the bactericidal action of the antibiotic Enrofloxacin, pathogenic bacteria present in the chickens' bodies become harmless.
Enrofloxacin is used for poultry as a yellow solution. Each ml contains 100 mg of the active ingredient, enrofloxacin. This antibiotic is considered safe in veterinary medicine and has virtually no contraindications.
Properties of the drug Enroflon in veterinary medicine
Enrofloxacin antibiotic for birds has the following effect:
- broad antibacterial action against gram-positive and some gram-negative microorganisms;
- antimycoplasma effect;
- the drug is quickly absorbed through the digestive organs, penetrating into all tissues except the nervous one;
- Regular use of this antibiotic does not make bacteria resistant;
- The therapeutic effect lasts for 6 hours.
The antibiotic is excreted from the bird's body through urine and bile. It is low-toxic and can be used on chickens. It is one of the most effective drugs. in a low price category, which is why it is popular among farmers. The use of the antibiotic Enrofloxacin reduces the risk of mortality in poultry. Statistics show that the group of birds treated with this antibiotic yielded 3 tons more meat than the group treated with other antibacterial drugs.
Instructions for use
The Enrofloxacin product for poultry has instructions, compliance with which ensures maximum therapeutic effect and safety. It's easy to use, and any farmer or agricultural worker can use it without any special skills.
For oral administration, the medication is added to the birds' water or administered via a pipette. The dosage is calculated based on the chickens' weight and daily fluid requirements. During treatment, chickens should be given only antibiotic-containing water. In cases of salmonellosis, the dosage is doubled.
Indications for treatment with Enroflon
Use of antibiotics for poultry indicated for the following diseases:
- mycoplasmosis, salmonellosis, colibacillosis;
- enzootic pneumonia, atrophic rhinitis;
- inflammation of the bronchi and lungs.
This antibiotic is also used to treat and prevent diseases in pigs, lambs, and calves. Diseases sensitive to fluoroquinolones are indicated for the use of Enroflon.
Contraindications and side effects
Proper use of the antibiotic and adherence to instructions will prevent adverse reactions. Contraindications include kidney disease, liver disease, allergies, and intolerance to the medication's components. If an allergic reaction develops, discontinue the medication. antihistamines are prescribed.
During treatment, birds should be kept away from direct sunlight, as direct sunlight reduces the drug's effectiveness. This medication should not be given to laying hens, as it is found in eggs. If treatment is absolutely necessary, the birds should be kept away from eggs laid by the hen for the duration of treatment.
The drug should not be combined with other antibacterial agents, anticoagulants, or steroids. To maintain the antibiotic's effectiveness, it is not recommended to administer potassium, calcium, or antacid supplements to the bird concurrently. Interrupting the course of treatment is undesirable, as this will also impact the bird's effectiveness and recovery rate.
Antibiotic dosage
Chickens are given the antibiotic Enrofloxacin. orally with waterThe dosage is calculated as follows: 1 ml of medication per 1 liter of water. In the case of salmonellosis, the dosage is increased: 2 ml of antibiotic per 1 liter of water. The solution is prepared in the evening so that the chickens receive the medication in the morning. The average course of treatment is 4 days, which is 2 days shorter than the treatment period for other popular antibiotics.
For these four days, the chickens should receive only the medication; alternating between clean water and water diluted with antibiotics is prohibited. The best way to calculate the dosage and treatment duration is to consult a veterinarian, who will prescribe a course of treatment from the first to the last day.
Special instructions
Animals may be slaughtered for meat after 14 days have passed since the last antibiotic administration. Animals slaughtered previously cannot be used for human consumption, but their meat may be fed to other animals.
When working with the drug, you need to observe personal safety measuresThe medication is safe if it comes into contact with the skin, but not if you are allergic. To avoid skin and mucous membrane irritation, it is recommended to prepare the medication wearing rubber gloves. If the medication comes into contact with an exposed area of the body, wash it with soap and water.
Store the medication out of direct sunlight at a temperature of 5-25°C (41-77°F). Its shelf life is 5 years. Keep the antibiotic out of the reach of children, in a place where the bottle will not fall or break.
The average price of a 10 ml bottle of medicine is 50 rublesA liter of Enrofloxacin 10% will cost approximately 1,500 rubles.
