Product Introduction
Erythromycin 20% is a macrolide antibiotic in the form of a water-soluble powder, suitable for use in poultry, turkeys, and fish. It is effective in treating bacterial infections sensitive to erythromycin, including respiratory diseases, enteritis, and urogenital tract infections.
Composition
- Each gram contains 236 mg erythromycin thiocyanate, equivalent to 200 mg erythromycin base.
Indications
1. In poultry and turkeys: Treatment of infections caused by erythromycin-susceptible organisms, including:
- CRD complex
- Infectious coryza
- Mycoplasma infections
- Enteritis
- Urogenital tract infections
Treatment of infections caused by erythromycin-susceptible pathogens, including:
- Streptococcosis
- Bacterial Kidney Disease (BKD)
Dosage & Administration
| Target Species | Dosage / Duration |
|---|---|
| Poultry & Turkeys | 500 to 1,000 g powder in 1,000 liters of drinking water for 3 to 5 days. |
| Fish |
20 to 50 g per 100 kg body weight in feed for 21 consecutive days (for BKD). 12.5 to 25 g per 100 kg body weight in feed for 4 to 7 days (for streptococcosis). |
Note: Dosage and duration should be adjusted based on disease type and severity, under veterinary supervision.
Contraindications
Drug Interactions
- Concurrent use with other macrolides, tetracyclines, lincosamides, or florfenicol may result in drug interactions.
Withdrawal Period
- Meat: 3 days
- Eggs: 6 days
- Fish: 3 weeks
Precautions
- Medicated solution must be consumed within 24 hours.
Storage
- Store in a dry place at 15–30°C, protected from light and moisture.
Packaging
- 500 g multilayer aluminum foil sachets
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Erythromycin 20% used for?
Treatment of respiratory diseases (CRD complex, infectious coryza), mycoplasma infections, enteritis, and urogenital infections in poultry and turkeys; also streptococcosis and BKD in fish.
What is the standard dosage?
Poultry & turkeys: 500–1,000 g in 1,000 L drinking water for 3–5 days.
Fish: 20–50 g/100 kg feed (BKD: 21 days); 12.5–25 g/100 kg feed (streptococcosis: 4–7 days).
What are the withdrawal periods?
Meat: 3 days | Eggs: 6 days | Fish: 3 weeks
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