To preserve the life and beautiful appearance of poultry, it is necessary to monitor not only its diet, but also its state of health. Often she needs medication for life support, which can only be prescribed by a qualified specialist. One of these appointments may be "Furazolidone".
Description, composition, drug release form
This drug belongs to the antibacterial. The active substance - furazolidone, belongs to the group of nitrofurans.
The drug is made in the form of tablets of a round shape, white or yellow. One tablet contains 98% (50 mg) of the active substance. Additional components include:
- potato starch;
- calcium stearate;
- sucrose;
- lactose;
- polysorbate.
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They are sold in special cell or cell-free contour packages of 10 units. Each package is completed with instructions.
Mechanism of action
The active substance, getting into the digestive tract, is slowly absorbed. In the blood, the concentration of the drug can be determined no earlier than one hour after administration. The bacteriostatic concentration of the active substance, which is reached 2 hours after ingestion, is able to remain in the body for 12 hours.
Important! The less furazolidone in the intestines of an animal, the more it is in the blood.
During this time, furazolidone fights microbes in the body, while remaining non-toxic to the animal. Coming into contact with the enzymes of harmful bacteria, furazolidone forms substances that stop a number of biochemical processes in the bacterial cell, inhibit its growth and development. After 15 hours, it begins to stand out from the body in the same way, through the digestive tract.
The effectiveness of the action of furazolidone is enhanced by the fact that resistance to it in microorganisms develops very slowly.
What diseases are used for?
This drug is effective for the following diseases:
- hepatitis;
- giardiasis;
- coccidiosis;
- salmonellosis;
- cystitis;
- paratyphoid;
- colpitis;
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- urethritis;
- enterocolitis;
- enteritis;
- balantidiasis;
- colibacteriosis;
- bacillary dysentery;
- infectious diarrhea.
In addition, "Furazolidone" is used to treat wounds and burns affected by infections, and other infectious and bacterial diseases. It can also be used to prevent the above diseases.
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How to give turkey poults: instruction
The dose of the drug for 1 turkey - 3 mg. It is diluted in water or added to feed twice a day. Duration of treatment is 8 days. It can be repeated if necessary, but only after a 10-day break.
Dosage "Furazolidone" for prophylactic purposes - 2 mg per 1 turkey. The frequency of admission - 1 time per day. Prevention is carried out only for young animals that are under 10 days of age.
Contraindications and side effects
Contraindications to the use of this drug are:
- increased level of sensitivity to the active substance;
- renal failure;
- pregnancy;
- weakened immunity.
- rash, itching of the skin;
- pulmonary edema;
- lack of appetite;
- vomiting and nausea;
- development of pathologies of the central nervous system.
Important! Strictly observe the dosage of the drug and the timing of use.
Shelf life and storage conditions
Store "Furazolidone" is allowed for 3 years subject to all storage conditions. The optimum temperature is 5-25 ° C. Storage should be dry and protected from sunlight.
Analogs
If necessary, "Furazolidone" can be replaced by one of the following antimicrobial agents:
- "Trichopol". The recommended dosage is 0.1 mg per 1 kg of bird weight. It is diluted in water and give the turkey three times a day (poured into the beak).
- "Yodinol". Dose for turkey poults - 0.2 mg. Before use, diluted with water (1 to 2). The frequency of application - 3 times a day.
- "Enrostin". The drug is added to the drinking trough of animals. For 1 liter of boiled water, 0.5 ml of Enrostin is required. Course duration - 5 days.
- "Enroflon". It is recommended to add to the drinking bowl turkeys at 0.5 ml per 1 liter of water. The maximum duration of the therapeutic course is 5 days.
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The course of antibacterial drugs is an integral part of poultry care. They are used not only for the treatment of infectious and bacterial diseases, but also for the prevention and strengthening of the immune system. It is very important to observe the prescribed dosage instructions and conditions of use. And remember, medications should be used only as directed by the veterinarian.
