Instructions for use Stop coccida for the treatment of rabbits, dosage

“Stop coccid” for treating rabbits is one of the important remedies that a rabbit breeder should have on hand. Coccidia pose a great danger to the health and life of rabbits, as a result of which treatment for parasites begins from an early age of animals. The medicine is produced in convenient packaging and has a long shelf life, allowing for regular prevention and treatment of patients.

Composition, release form and principle of action of “Stop coccida”

The effectiveness of “Stop Coccid” in the treatment of coccidiosis is explained by its composition, which includes toltrazuril as an active ingredient.

Components of the medicinal product:

• toltrazuril – 50 milligrams per 1 milliliter;
• lactose – 2 milligrams per 1 milliliter;
• sodium benzoate – 1.5 milligrams per 1 milliliter;
• polysorbate Tween-80 – 6 milligrams per 1 milliliter;
• aspartame – 65 milligrams per 1 milliliter;
• saccharin – 65 milligrams per 1 milliliter;
• polyethylene glycol - 100 milligrams;
• distilled water.

The dosage of the drug is calculated depending on the type of pet.

Operating principle

The drug acts as follows:

1. Penetrating inside the animal’s body, the active substance affects the parasites in the intestines.
2. The medicine prevents the division of coccidia cell nuclei and negatively affects the functioning of the respiratory system of parasites.
3. After the rapid death of coccidia, the drug is excreted with the waste products of rabbits.

“Stop coccid” is almost not absorbed into the animal’s blood, which prevents poisoning and intoxication of the rabbit.

Release form

"Stop Coccid" is available in polymer containers with a volume of up to 1000 milligrams. The mixture is white. Along with the bottle of the drug, the package contains a dosage syringe for convenient measurement of the required amount of medication.

In what cases is the remedy used?

"Stop Coccid" is used to treat and prevent coccidia infection. In the initial stages, coccidiosis can develop unnoticed. The disease spreads when the conditions for keeping rabbits are violated and there is a large crowd of individuals. Indications for use of the medicine:

• prevention;
• hepatic coccidiosis - an increase in the size of the liver, the appearance of nodules on the surface;
• intestinal coccidiosis - filling the intestines with parasites, the beginning of an inflammatory process in the gastrointestinal tract.

Rabbit breeders know that their pets have weak immunity and are highly sensitive to various pathogens. Dampness, contamination of enclosures, contact with sick animals that have not been vaccinated also negatively affect the condition of rabbits.

Symptoms of coccidiosis in rabbits include:

• disruption of the gastrointestinal tract (diarrhea, constipation, decreased appetite);
• weight loss;
• bloating;
• dullness of the coat;
• increased thirst;
• weakness;
• convulsions;
• the appearance of a yellow tint to the eyes and oral mucosa.

In the absence of timely prevention and treatment, the rabbit dies within a period of two weeks to 1 month after infection.

Instructions and dosage of the drug

Features of use and dosage of medicine for the treatment of rabbits:

• Before use, shake the bottle to ensure uniformity of the suspension;
• the product is used orally, the amount of the mixture depends on the body weight of the animal;
• prevention and treatment of rabbits begins after the second week of life;
• the optimal dosage is 0.14 milligrams per 1 kilogram of weight (depending on the breed, the pet’s weight may differ);
• frequency of use – no more than 1 time per day;
• Duration of therapy is from 3 to 4 days.

If the instructions for use of the medication are followed, the treatment is completed successfully.

How to give a rabbit "Stop coccid"

To successfully carry out the procedure, you need to perform several simple manipulations:

1. Prepare the required amount of medicine and a dosage syringe in advance.
2. Without scaring the animal, carefully fix its head and pour the drug into the rabbit’s mouth.
3. Make sure the animal swallows the medicine.

If a rabbit breeder has several rabbits, it is necessary to repeat the manipulations with all the rabbits to exclude infection and prevent a dangerous disease.

Possible side effects

“Stop Coccid” is a drug that is safe for the rabbit’s body and does not cause side effects if the instructions for use are followed. If the dosage of the drug has been exceeded, the rabbit may show signs of gastrointestinal distress.

Cases in which it is better to refuse the remedy

Like any medicine, Stop Coccid has contraindications for use.

The medicine should not be given to rabbits if:

• pregnancy is detected, and during the period of feeding the offspring;
• the age of the individual is less than 2 weeks;
• animals show increased sensitivity to the components of the drug;
• violations of the liver and kidneys were detected;
• other drugs are used against coccidiosis.

Important! If the disease was detected in a female during pregnancy, you should consult a veterinarian as soon as possible to prescribe the safest treatment strategy.

Personal hygiene at work

When working with a medical device, you must:

1. Use sterile gloves.
2. After completing the procedure, wash your hands with water and detergents.
3. Rinse areas of skin or mucous membranes if the solution comes in contact.
4. If the drug gets ingested and signs of individual intolerance appear, consult a doctor.

The drug packaging is disposed of upon completion of the procedure.

Storage conditions and shelf life

Storage conditions for the drug:

• no more than 36 months from the date of issue;
• store in a dark, dry place, out of reach of minors, at a temperature of 0 to +25 degrees Celsius;
• Do not put the medicine together with food or feed supplies.

After expiration date or contents are used up, empty containers are disposed of. It is prohibited to use the bottle and syringe for household needs.

Analogues of the drug

In case of intolerance to the components of Stop Coccida, pregnancy of rabbits or other contraindications, the veterinarian may prescribe the following medications to combat coccidiosis:

• "Bycox"
• "Tolitox";
• "Solikoks";
• "Diakoks";
• "Amprolium";
• "Talcox"
• "Brovitacoccid."

A properly selected medication will allow you to begin the most successful and effective treatment for rabbits and prevent a significant deterioration in the animal’s health.