Deccox-M
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Deccox-m
This treatment applies to the following species:Decoquinate
Medicated Powder For Whole Milk
To be added to whole milk for the prevention of coccidiosis in ruminating and non-ruminating calves, including veal calves caused by Eimeria bovis and E. zuernii.
Feed for at least 28 days during periods of coccidiosis exposure or when experience indicates that coccidiosis is likely to be a hazard.
Active Ingredient
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Decoquinate |
(3632 mg/lb) 0.8% |
Inactive Ingredients
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Lactose |
87% |
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Other (corn meal, soybean oil, lecithin and silicon dioxide) |
12.2% |
Directions For Use
Dosage
Feed at the rate of 22.7 mg per 100 lb (0.5 mg per kg) body weight daily for at least 28 days.
Mixing Directions - Individual Animal
Prepare fresh daily as shown below.
1/2 teaspoon per 60 lb body weight
1 teaspoon per 120 lb body weight
1 1/2 teaspoons per 180 lb body weight
One level measuring teaspoon contains 28 mg of decoquinate.
Important
Completely Stir Daily Dose Of Decoquinate Powder Into Whole Milk. Feed Entire Portion Immediately.
Mixing Directions - Continuous Agitation
Mix Deccox-M into the total amount of whole milk (0.5 to 1.5 gallon per calf daily) needed for the number of calves to be fed, using level measuring cups, teaspoons (tsp) or tablespoons (TBS). Prepare fresh daily and feed each calf an equal portion of the total amount of medicated whole milk prepared as shown below.
If Average Calf Weight (lbs) Is |
Amount* Of Deccox-m For |
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5 Calves |
10 Calves |
20 Calves |
40 Calves |
80 Calves |
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75 |
1 tbs |
2 tbs |
1/4 cup |
1/2 cup |
1 cup |
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100 |
4 tsp |
8 tsp |
1/3 cup |
2/3 cup |
1 1/3 cups |
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150 |
2 tbs |
1/4 cup |
1/2 cup |
1 cup |
2 cups |
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200 |
8 tsp |
1/3 cup |
2/3 cup |
1 1/3 cups |
2 2/3 cups |
*this Is A Measurement Of Volume Not Weight (do Not Convert To Ounces).
Important
Stir Or Agitate Continuously.
Feed Immediately In Containers For Individual Animals Only.
Do Not Use In Bulk Feeding Containers (i.e., Calf-bars).
Failure To Properly Mix And Feed This Product May Result In Underdosing Or Overdosing Of Some Animals Due To Settling Out Of The Drug.
Restricted Drug (california) - Use Only As Directed. Not For Human Use.
Nada 141-060, Approved By Fda.
Marketed by Alpharma Inc., Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807
Trademarks registered by Alpharma Inc.
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Net wt |
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8x5 LB (2.27 kg) |
800310 0904 |
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50 LB (22.68 kg) |
800309 0904 |
Nac No.
10220336Animal Health
400 CROSSING BLVD., BRIDGEWATER, NJ, 08807
| Switchboard: | 908-429-6000 | |
| Toll-Free: | 800-834-6470 | |
| Website: | www.alpharma.com | |
| Email: | sandy.flick@alpharma.com |
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