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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.

Antiprotozoal for flock-wide treatment of Trichomoniasis (canker) and Hexamitiasis via drinking water.

Indications

Trichomoniasis (canker), hexamitiasis

Dosage

As per product, usually for 5–7 days

Administration

Dissolved in the drinking water to treat the whole flock

Warnings

Do not use for prolonged periods without need

References

Pigeon Diseases.pdf (EHC) — جدول العلاج البكتيري/الطفيلي الرسمي

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