“Phosprenil” for pigeons means a drug that is used in veterinary practice. It is intended to eliminate viral infections in birds. For the composition to work, it is important to strictly follow the dosage. It should be borne in mind that the product has certain contraindications and side effects. They most often occur when the product is used incorrectly.
Composition and release form of the drug
The drug is sold in glass containers of 10 and 50 milliliters. The solution has a transparent texture or a yellowish color.The active component of the substance is considered to be disodium salt of polyprenols phosphate. In addition, the drug includes water for injection and ethanol. It also contains glycerin and Tween-80.
The use of Fosprenil helps to achieve a complex effect. With the help of the drug it is possible to obtain the following results:
- strengthen the immune system;
- increase the body’s natural resistance to viral infections;
- reduce the number of infected birds;
- prevent the death of pigeons.
The drug is characterized by low toxicity. Therefore, it can be used for individuals who are prone to allergies.
In what cases is it used?
"Fosprenil" is used in the following situations:
- the need to strengthen bird disease resistance;
- treatment of viral pathologies;
- preventing the spread of viruses among livestock;
- increased immune response after vaccination;
- activation of live weight gain in poultry.
In this case, Fosprenil is most often used to treat Newcastle disease. Poultry often suffers from it.
In cold weather, birds' immunity is weakened. This provokes the progression of the disease and the spread of viral infection. It provokes damage to the nervous system of birds. After which bleeding develops in the digestive system and liver.
If treatment is not started in time, the risk of death increases. With proper and timely treatment, birds can be saved.
Key signs of Newcastle disease include the following:
- the head falls to one side;
- while eating, the pigeon does not hit the grains;
- a spiral flight path is observed;
- while walking, birds stagger from side to side;
- when falling on its side, the bird cannot rise on its own;
- the bird moves in a circle or spins in place, which is not very natural for healthy birds.
To cope with Newcastle disease, Fosprenil is used. To prevent the development of pathology, vaccination is required.
Doses and methods of administration for pigeons
To cope with pathology, it is important to strictly follow the instructions. The drug is produced in the form of an injection solution, which has a transparent or slightly yellowish tint. The substance activates metabolic processes in the body and stimulates hematopoietic activity.
To achieve the desired results, the drug must be added to the drinker. To do this, it is recommended to mix it with drinking water. It is also permissible to instill the composition into the nose of each individual.
In advanced cases, it is impossible to do without extreme measures. In this case, the drug must be injected with an insulin syringe into the pectoral or abdominal muscles. When performing injections, the dosage must be adjusted. In this case, 0.1 milliliter of the product is required per day. This is done once. The minimum course of such therapy is 5 days.
Contraindications
The drug should not be used for birds that have a high individual sensitivity to the ingredients of the product. If allergy symptoms appear, the use of the substance must be stopped immediately and an antihistamine prescribed.
Side effects of the drug
If the dosage is strictly followed, side effects are extremely rare. However, no cases of overdose were recorded.
However, sometimes the following violations appear:
- a slight increase in temperature - no more than 1.5 degrees;
- disturbances in the frequency and strength of the heartbeat;
- general weakness and lethargy for 1-2 days after the first administration.
Storage and shelf life
When storing Fosprenil, it is recommended to adhere to the following rules:
- keep the drug in a closed container;
- store the substance separately from food and feed;
- keep the substance in a dry place, out of direct sunlight;
- The composition must be stored at a temperature of +25 degrees for 2 years.
Analogs
Effective analogues of the product include:
- "Maksidin";
- "Gamavit";
- "Forvet".
"Fosprenil" is an effective remedy that helps cope with various viral infections in pigeons. For the composition to work, it is important to strictly follow the instructions.
