Doxalin

Oral solution for veterinary use

Target species: Poultry, pigs

Composition

1 ml contains the active substance: Doxycycline (as hyclate) – 100 mg/ml

Presentation: 1 L polyethylene bottle.

Indications for use

Used in poultry and pigs for respiratory and gastrointestinal diseases of bacterial origin, including salmonellosis, colibacillosis, enteritis, enzootic pneumonia, pasteurellosis, mycoplasmosis, and infections caused by microorganisms susceptible to doxycycline.

Dosage and administration

The product is administered orally to poultry and pigs, individually or as a group treatment, by adding it to drinking water at the following doses:

Poultry: 0.5–1 ml per 1 L of drinking water (equivalent to 50–100 mg of doxycycline per 1 L of drinking water). The course of treatment is 3–5 days.

Pigs: 1 ml per 10 kg body weight (equivalent to 10 mg of doxycycline per 1 kg body weight), once daily for 5 days.

During the treatment period, animals and poultry should receive only water containing the medicinal product. The Doxalin medicated solution is intended for use within 24 hours and should therefore be prepared fresh daily.

Contraindications

Do not use in animals sensitive to tetracyclines. Do not use in cases of renal insufficiency, during pregnancy or lactation. Do not use in laying hens.

Adverse reactions

During treatment with Doxalin, animals should be protected from sunlight, as the antibiotic may increase skin photosensitivity. Prolonged treatment may cause alterations of the intestinal flora.

Withdrawal period

Products of animal origin may be used for human consumption after the following periods from the last administration of the product:

• Poultry meat – 6 days
• Pig meat – 10 days

Storage conditions: Store in a dry, cool place protected from light at a temperature between 0°C and 25°C.

Keep out of reach of children.

Shelf life: 3 years. After first opening: 28 days.

Manufacturer / Country of origin: Biotecs LLC, Georgia