Antibiotics are often used in poultry farming to protect chickens from infectious diseases. Let's consider the composition and release form of "Oflosan" for chickens, its purpose, for what diseases it is used, how to use it correctly according to the instructions. What are the side effects and contraindications, what drugs can be combined with, what is the shelf life of the product and its substitutes.
Composition and release form of the drug
"Oflosan" is an antibiotic drug with extensive action; it contains ofloxacin.The drug belongs to the group of 2nd generation fluoroquinols, the active substance acts on the DNA of pathogens, prevents them from multiplying and destroys them.
The release form of "Oflosan" is different from different companies. For small livestock, the medicine is available in glass bottles of 5, 10 and 20 ml. For large quantities - the drug is in glass containers of 0.5 l, 1 l, 1.5 l, 2 l and 3 l. In this volume, the product is worth buying for farmers who raise chickens in significant quantities.
For what diseases is it used?
Chickens, young and adult, become infected with viral and bacterial infections. For prevention and therapy, Oflosan is used for colds, bronchitis, colibacillosis, enteritis, pneumonia, arthritis, streptococcal infection, salmonellosis and other diseases of a bacterial nature. Used to destroy pathogens that are resistant to penicillin antibiotics.
Instructions for use of the product "Oflosan" for chickens
The antibiotic is used for feeding young chickens and adult birds. It is given to chickens to prevent infection and mass death; adult chickens are treated; healthy chickens are also given preventative watering.
Method of preparation: dissolve the drug “Oflosan” in water and pour into automatic drinking bowls or regular ones. During the course of treatment or prevention, do not give any liquid other than the solution. The duration of prophylaxis is 3-5 days, therapy is 1-2 weeks. Dosage for young animals for prevention is 0.5 ml per 10 kg of body weight, for treatment – 0.5-1 ml. For chickens, the dosage is the same - 1 ml per 10 kg.
When treating an infection, sick birds must first be removed from healthy ones and then treatment must begin. If the livestock is large and the antibiotic is fed for a long course, then the means need to be changed so that the pathogens do not have time to get used to it. Do not skip the administration of the drug; missing a dose leads to a decrease in its effectiveness. In case of violation of the regimen, the administration of the drug should be resumed according to the standard regimen and dose.
During treatment with Oflosan, chickens should not be given other antibiotics. After completing the course, at least 11-15 days must pass before the poultry is slaughtered, as well as before the eggs are used for food. This period of time is necessary for the medicinal substance to be removed from the chickens’ body.
Contraindications and side effects
When used correctly, Oflosan does not produce undesirable effects. In case of an overdose, diarrhea, weight loss due to loss of nutrients, causeless anxiety, and spatial orientation may be impaired. If such symptoms appear, you need to replace the drug, give the chickens to drink clean water, or an activated carbon solution. Dehydration can be corrected by drinking a weak salt solution. Contraindication – individual sensitivity of the bird to ofloxacin.
Compatibility with other substances
During treatment with Oflosan, chickens should not be given other antibiotics or medications in general. It doesn't go well with them. The combined use of drugs puts excessive stress on the liver.
Storage and shelf life
Store Oflosan in a closed container at a temperature of 5 °C to 25 °C in a dry, unlit place. It is necessary to keep the product away from food, feed, and medicines. Contact of children, pets and domestic animals with the antibiotic is prohibited.Storage time – 2 years from the date of production. After the shelf life has expired, Oflosan cannot be used. Expired product must be disposed of.
Analogs
If you are intolerant to oflaxacin, you can replace Oflosan with analogues: Biomycin, Baytril. The dosage and duration of treatment with these antibiotics is the same as the main drug.
"Oflosan" for chickens is used for the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections of the respiratory, digestive, and musculoskeletal systems. The antibiotic is used for feeding young and adult chickens.
