Why did the FDA ban the use of Baytril in poultry?
Jul 29, 2005 (CIDRAP News) – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has decided to ban the use of the antibiotic enrofloxacin (Baytril) in poultry because of the risk that it promotes drug-resistant bacteria that can be harmful to humans. Bayer then appealed the decision to the commissioner of the FDA.
Can Baytril be used in poultry?
Baytril 10% oral solution and associated names are veterinary medicinal products authorised for use the target species chickens, turkeys and rabbits for treatment of the respiratory tract and of the digestive tract infections caused by identified bacteria susceptible to enrofloxacin.
How much Baytril do you give a chicken?
According to the manufacturer label directions of enrofloxacin (Baytril 10% oral solution), for treatment of Salmonellosis in chicken, enrofloxacin is recommended to be administered at 10 mg/kg b.w. (50 ppm) for 5–10 days.
What is the withdrawal period for Baytril?
A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. Animals intended for human consumption must not be slaughtered within 5 days of receiving a single-injection dose….
| Weight (lb) | Dose Volume (mL) |
|---|---|
| 250 | 8.5 |
What does enrofloxacin treat in poultry?
Enrofloxacin (CAS: 93106-60-6) is a synthetic fluoroquinolone antimicrobial agent. In veterinary medicine it is administered by subcutaneous injection to cattle and intramuscular injection to pigs and orally to cattle, pigs, turkeys and chickens, for the treatment of infections of the respiratory and alimentary tract.
Can you eat eggs after Baytril?
Baytril is not licensed for use in hens producing eggs for human consumption. Be warned, some respected poultry vets are now advising that you should never eat the eggs from hens treated with Baytril because of the problem of antibiotic resistance in humans.
What can I give my chicken for respiratory infection?
VetRx is a commercially available product that I highly recommend and use with m own flock. It is an all-natural remedy for not only respiratory problems, but also scaly leg mites and eyeworm. It’s a very safe and effective way to treat sinus problems and respiratory infection.
