Update on chicks PG 4

[cjeanean]

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Yes, that's what I got it for....I'm just gonna have to wait till tomorrow and hope that my cochins don't die....all but one seems to be eating now, I gave them poly-vis-il and at least some of them are eating....say a prayer!!! Thanks again!!!

 

[Pine Grove]

If the feed you are feeding the chicks contains amprolium it is best to give them Sulmet..The feed label will say...Warning- use as a sole source of Amprolium.. theres a reason for this...Whatever you do or use hurry...Cocci dont play around

 

[dlhunicorn]

I also checked Peter Browns site (First State Vet Supply) and he also did not list this product as a cocci med but just to make sure I have sent him an email asking him for advice... hopefully he can clear the matter up...

 

[Pine Grove]

Aureomycin/Sulmet powder is used all over the U.S by pigeon fanciers for cocci..though off label for poultry ..The newest poultry drug use and guide I have has it listed at the dosages I gave

 

[dlhunicorn]

that might indeed be the reason for it...the aureomycin has the FDA in a twit for its use in poultry as I also saw it listed at the pigeon suppliers for cocci...
Here in europe we use baycox so I am at a disadvantage at times for some meds that are little used here. Only thing I was thinking was perhaps the concentration of the sulmet was too low to be of use to poultry but was not sure ...

 

[dlhunicorn]

Here is the reply I got from Peter Brown:

Hey Diana: We do not use Aureo/Sulmet for Cocci as there are better things to use that in the long run are cheaper. The Animal Medic site has the right bag as a photo but the wrong directions. They have posted the directions for Chlortetracycline without the Sulmet. Aureo/Sulmet is a combination drug where the Aureomycin ( Chlortetracycline ) is a single drug. Aureomycin is a trade name and Chlortetracycline is the name of the active ingredient. This is a copy of the proper Aureo/Sulmet Label: AUREOMYCIN

SULMET

SOLUBLE POWDER

Fort Dodge

CHLORTETRACYCLINE BISULFATE

SULFAMETHAZINE BISULFATE

Antibacterial

For Oral Veterinary Use in Swine Only

Store at controlled room temperature 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F).

Aureomycin is a registered trademark owned by Alpharma and used under license by Fort Dodge.

Sulmet and the Sulmet design logo are registered trademarks of Wyeth or its affiliates.

Each pound contains chlortetracycline bisulfate equivalent to 102.4 grams chlortetracycline hydrochloride activity and sulfamethazine bisulfate equivalent to 102.4 grams sulfamethazine.

CAUTION: AUREOMYCIN-SULMET Soluble Powder may cause eye irritation. In case of contact, flush eyes with plenty of water.

DOSAGE

One level standard measuring teaspoon per 2 gallons of water or 1/4 lb per 102 gallons. This will provide 250 mg chlortetracycline activity and 250 mg sulfamethazine per gallon. To insure adequate and uniform intake of drug, medicated water should be available at all times during the treatment period and should be the only water source available. When used in plastic or stainless steel waterers or automatic water medicators, prepare fresh solutions every 24 hours. When used in galvanized waterers, prepare fresh solutions every 12 hours.

One level standard measuring teaspoon contains approximately 500 mg chlortetracycline activity and 500 mg sulfamethazine.

ADMINISTRATION

Bacterial swine enteritis:

For prevention and treatment of bacterial swine enteritis and for maintenance of weight gains in the presence of bacterial swine enteritis, use above dosage continuously, but no longer than 28 days. If symptoms persist after using this preparation for 2 or 3 days, consult a veterinarian.

Aid in the maintenance of weight gains in the presence of atrophic rhinitis:

Use above dosage continuously, but not longer than 28 days.

Aid in the reduction of incidence of cervical abscesses:

Use of above dosage must be continuous during period of possible exposure, but not longer than 28 days.

For best advice on the control of diseases, consult your veterinarian.

PRECAUTION

No other tetracycline or sulfonamide should be used during medication with this product.

RESIDUE WARNING

Discontinue medication 15 days before slaughter for human consumption.


Restricted Drug (California) - Use Only as Directed

2007 Fort Dodge Animal Health. All Rights Reserved.

Manufactured for

Fort Dodge Animal Health, Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 USA

by PM Resources, Inc., Bridgeton, MO 63044

Net Wt:
NDC


4 Oz (113.4 g)
0856-8729-30
6641C


NAC No.: 10030141



I hope that this is of some help to you.

Keep em Healthy,

Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor​

 

[cjeanean]

Yes, that's the stuff I have!!! Word for word how the package reads....I just really wish my feed stores carried what I need, instead of random stuff. They kept trying to sell me fly spray....I can get the amprolium tomorrow evening when my hubby gets off work, I just really didn't want to have to wait that long. I will if I have to, since I would rather I lost 4 chicks than 56 from poisoning!!! I have the receipt, so I can return this stuff and get the stuff from the vet. Are there any natural treatments???

 

[dlhunicorn]

you have no friends near you with chickens (cocci is so common they might have the med) ??? waiting till tommorrow evening sounds an awful long time... no way to get to the vets earlier or have someone drive you over?
I feel awful for you...

 

[cjeanean]

No one lives around here that has chickens....and my stupid car has been screwed up for the longest time, there's no one else around that can give me a ride....I want to go now, but it's 11pm....LOL!!! I don't know what to do other than wait. I gave all the chicks poly vis il and 2 of them perked up, but that's about it. I don't know....I'm just gonna have to wait and pray!!!

 

[sammi]

sorry you are having such a hard time...
here Sulmet is at every feed store..

as Pinegrove posted..
if you are feeding medicated chick feed..Sulmet would be better, since amprolium (corid) is in the feed..
but if you are using UNmedicated feed..the Corid is better.
hope you are able to get what you need without any more problems..
and the chicks do ok..