Biovit-80: instructions for the use of feed antibiotic
Biovit-80 will help to increase the growth of piglets, poultry, rabbits and calves, as well as protect them from many dangerous diseases. The instructions for use of this complex preparation contain a detailed guide to its use. At the same time, it indicates age restrictions and dosages of this feed antibiotic.
Close acquaintance with the drug Biovit-80 and indications for it
In addition to prophylactic purposes, Biovit-80 is recommended to be used in the treatment of:
- inflammation of the airways;
- diseases of the digestive system;
- metabolic disorders in the body.
As indicated by some manufacturers in the instructions for use of Biovit-80, the drug retains its activity for 10-12 hours after entering the bloodstream.
In this regard, it is effective in combating:
- coccidiosis;
- salmonellosis;
- listerosis;
- pasteurellosis;
- colibacillosis;
- psittacosis;
- cholera.
These diseases are most often manifested in cattle, birds (geese, chickens, turkeys), as well as in rabbits. The feed additive is successfully used for the full development of young livestock. These can often be piglets, calves and chickens.
The drug is discontinued a week before the planned slaughter of livestock, because the antibiotic accumulates in the muscle fibers. During this time, he will have time to leave the body with urine, milk, eggs or bile.
Effective Biovit-80: instructions for use for each category of animals
This supplement is recommended for pets during feeding. It is mixed with food once a day. Such preventive therapy can last from 5 to 20 days. The course of the treatment itself lasts 4-5 days. It is worth adding an antibiotic to food 2 times a day, in the morning and evening hours. In addition, to consolidate the result, veterinarians recommend adding the antibiotic to the feed for another 3 days, even if the symptoms of the disease are no longer observed.
Dosage of the drug for each species and age group of animals:
- Application for poultry. Mainly used for young animals. For 1 kg of the chick's weight, 0.63 g of the drug falls on. The powder must be thoroughly and evenly mixed with the feed.
- Biovit for piglets. Supplement instructions are calculated taking into account the age of the individuals. If the piglet is 5-10 days old, then he is entitled to 0.75 g, 11-30 days - 1.5 g, 31-60 - 3 g, and 61-120 - 7.5 g. The suggested dosages are per 1 animal.
- For rabbits. Also, the drug is recommended for all fur animals (including dogs, cats). For one animal, a dosage of 0.13 to 0.20 g is suggested. In order to accurately calculate it, it is important to consult a veterinarian who will assess the physical condition of the animal.
- Instructions for the use of Biotvit for calves. The dosage of the feed antibiotic is calculated taking into account the age restrictions of the cattle. Calves from 5 to 10 days are given 5 g of the substance, up to 30 days - 6 g, up to 2 months - 8 g, up to 120 days - 10 g. calf the dosage is allowed to be increased to 15 g.
The weight of some animals is very small, so you need to know some calculation tricks. So, in 1 tsp. (without a tubercle) 2.4-2.6 g of a loose substance is placed, and in 1 tbsp. l. (no top) - 7.5 g. At the same time, a full teaspoon holds 3-4 g, and a table spoon holds 10-12 g.
Features of the use of the drug Biovit: it is important to know the dangers
When treating livestock, the maximum allowable daily intake of the antibiotic must be taken into account. For adult pigs, it is 0.15 g / kg of animal weight, for piglets and birds - 0.25 g / kg. Chickens less than 40 days old are entitled to 0.65 g / kg of their weight, and those over 41 days old - 0.5 g / kg.
If you do not adhere to the recommended dosages, then this can lead to:
- bowel disorder;
- stomatitis;
- eczema;
- loss of appetite;
- liver damage.
Since Biovit-80 contains a high concentration of tetracycline, it is forbidden to give it to lactating animals, especially cows... Otherwise, the antibiotic will enter the milk.
In addition, veterinarians recommend with extreme caution to carry out therapeutic therapy for pregnant females. The course must be shortened to the maximum possible. At the same time, a feed antibiotic can be administered separately to each animal, or by a group method.
Many farmers practice mixing the supplement with:
- water;
- food waste;
- backwards;
- milk;
- whole milk substitute.
It is not recommended to use it in tandem with other antimicrobial drugs. Such therapy can negatively affect the growth and development of animals.
Although this therapeutic and prophylactic antibiotic is not an allergen, some animals still have an individual intolerance to tetracycline.
Many pastoralists are interested in how often to give Vetbiovit. The answer to this question is individual for each case. Therefore, it is better to consult a veterinarian in this matter. Nevertheless, you should never forget that Biovit-80 is an antibiotic. Like any medication, it should be used only when urgently needed and in accordance with the indicated dosages.
Features of storage of biovit-80 feed antibiotic
Store the packet of this supplement in a dry place out of direct sunlight. Indoor humidity should be between 50-75%. At the same time, a quite wide temperature range is allowed: from -20˚С to + 35˚С. However, manufacturers do not recommend mixing the composition with hot food. When heated (50˚C or more), the antibiotic loses all its therapeutic properties.
Treatment therapy should not be abruptly stopped, even if the symptoms of the disease are no longer observed. It is necessary to carry out a course of treatment with an increment of 3 days so that there is no addiction to tetracycline.
It should be borne in mind that the shelf life of the drug is 1 year. You should not use it after that, because the antibiotic changes its configuration and can cause serious poisoning of the body. Despite the given recommendations for the use of Biovit-80, the instructions for use of the drug have some differences. It all depends on the characteristics of the release of the antibiotic by a separate manufacturer.