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Chlortetracycline
كلورتتراسيكلين
Educational content for breeders — not a substitute for veterinary advice. Doses and treatments here are general; actual diagnosis and treatment must be supervised by a veterinarian.
Tetracycline-class antibiotic, primary treatment for avian Chlamydiosis (Ornithosis).
Indications
Chlamydiosis (ornithosis)
Dosage
Given continuously for 30–45 days without interruption to maintain an effective blood level
Administration
Mixed into the feed or drinking water as directed by the manufacturer, for the full course without interruption
Warnings
Interrupting the course reduces effectiveness and allows the infection to return
References
Pigeon Diseases.pdf (EHC) — جدول العلاج البكتيري/الطفيلي الرسمي
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