Deccox
This page contains information on Deccox for veterinary use.The information provided typically includes the following:
- Deccox Indications
- Warnings and cautions for Deccox
- Direction and dosage information for Deccox
Deccox
This treatment applies to the following species:Decoquinate
Type A Medicated Article
Medicated Premix
Coccidiostat
Active Ingredient
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Decoquinate |
6% (27.2 g/lb) |
Ingredients
Corn meal, soybean oil, lecithin and silicon dioxide
Must Be Mixed With Other Ingredients Before Feeding. Do Not Use In Feeds Containing Bentonite. Mixing And Conveying Equipment Should Be Properly Grounded. Each Pound Of Deccox® Contains 27.2 Grams Of Decoquinate.
cattle
For The Prevention Of Coccidiosis In Ruminating And Non-ruminating Calves (including Veal Calves) And Cattle Caused By eimeria Bovis and e. Zurnii.
thoroughly Mix Deccox Into The Ration At A Rate To Provide Decoquinate At A Daily Dose Of 22.7 Mg/100 Lbs (0.5 Mg/kg) Of Body Weight. Feed For At Least 28 Days During Periods Of Coccidiosis Exposure Or When Experience Indicates That Coccidiosis Is Likely To Be A Hazard. Coccidiostats Are Not Indicated For Use In Adult Animals Due To Continuous Previous Exposure.
1. For Supplements Or Topdress
a. Dry Supplements - Type C Medicated Product - The table below shows the amount of Deccox required per ton of supplement to provide the proper decoquinate levels per head daily.
Lbs Deccox Per Ton Of Supplement |
Decoquinate Levels |
Daily Feeding Rate Per Head |
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G/ton |
% |
Mg/lb |
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16.7 |
454 |
0.05 |
227 |
1/10 lb/100 lbs body weight |
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33.4 |
908 |
0.1 |
454 |
1/10 lb/200 lbs body weight |
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41.75 |
1136 |
0.125 |
568 |
1/10 lb/250 lbs body weight |
b. Dry Supplements - Type B Medicated Product
Lbs Deccox Per Ton Of Supplement |
Decoquinate Levels |
Daily Feeding Rate Per Head |
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G/ton |
% |
Mg/lb |
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167 |
4542 |
0.5 |
2271 |
*(See footnote) |
*This supplement must be mixed with grain at the rate of 1 part supplement with 9 parts grain. The resulting mixture contains 0.05% decoquinate and is then to be fed at the rate of 1/10 lb per 100 lbs body weight daily.
c. Liquid Supplements - Type B Medicated Product
(1) Add the appropriate amount of Deccox to liquid supplement to provide the proper decoquinate level per head daily (see table below).
(2) The pH of the supplement must be between 5.0 to 6.5.
(3) Supplements must contain a suspending agent to maintain viscosity of not less than 500 centipoises.
Lbs Deccox Per Ton Of Liquid Supplement |
Decoquinate Levels |
Daily Feeding Rate Per Head |
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G/ton |
% |
Mg/lb |
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4.18 |
114 |
0.0125 |
56.8 |
1/10 lb/25 lbs body weight |
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8.36 |
227 |
0.025 |
113.5 |
1/10 lb/50 lbs body weight |
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16.7 |
454 |
0.05 |
227.0 |
1/10 lb/100 lbs body weight |
2. For Complete Rations - Type C Medicated Product
The table below shows the amount of Deccox required per ton of complete feed to provide the proper decoquinate levels daily for animals weighing an average of 600 pounds.
Lbs Deccox Per Ton Of Feed |
Decoquinate Levels |
Daily Feeding Rate Per Head |
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G/ton |
% |
Mg/lb |
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0.5 |
13.6 |
0.0015 |
6.8 |
20 lbs |
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0.7 |
19.0 |
0.0021 |
9.5 |
14.3 lbs |
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1.0 |
27.2 |
0.0030 |
13.6 |
10 lbs |
The following formula can be used to calculate the amount of Deccox (6% decoquinate) to be included in one ton of feed to provide the daily dosage of 22.7 mg decoquinate per 100 lbs body weight.
Avg. Weight Of Individual Animal To Be Medicated X 454___________________________________________________ Avg. Pounds Of Medicated Feed Per Animal, Per Day X 27, 200 |
= lbs Deccox to be added per ton feed |
Note
Mix Deccox in a ratio of 1:9 with ground grain prior to adding it to the mixer.![]() |
Warning - Do Not Feed To Cows Producing Milk For Food |
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Sheep
For The Prevention Of Coccidiosis In Young Sheep Caused By eimeria Ovinoidalis, E. Crandallis, E. Parva, And e. Bakuensis.
Thoroughly mix Deccox into the ration at a rate to provide decoquinate at a daily dose of 22.7 mg/100 lbs (0.5 mg/kg) of body weight. Feed for at least 28 days during periods of coccidiosis exposure or when experience indicates that coccidiosis is likely to be a hazard.
Sheep Body Weight In Lbs |
Lbs Deccox Per Ton Of Feed |
Decoquinate Levels |
Daily Feeding Rate Per Head |
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G/ton |
% |
Mg/lb |
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30 |
0.5 |
13.6 |
0.0015 |
6.8 |
1.0 lbs |
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60 |
0.5 |
13.6 |
0.0015 |
6.8 |
2.0 lbs |
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90 |
0.5 |
13.6 |
0.0015 |
6.8 |
3.0 lbs |
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Warning - Do Not Feed To Sheep Producing Milk For Food |
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Poultry
Complete Ration - Type C Medicated Product
For The Prevention Of Coccidiosis In Broiler Chickens - Caused By eimeria Tenella, E. Necatrix, E. Acervulina, E. Mivati, E. Maxima, and e. Burnetti.
thoroughly Mix One (1) Pound Of Deccox In Each Ton Of Complete Ration And Feed Continuously.
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warning - Do Not Feed To Laying Chickens |
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Goats
For The Prevention Of Coccidiosis In Young Goats Caused By eimeria Christenseni And e. Ninakohlyakimovae.
thoroughly Mix Deccox Into The Ration At A Rate To Provide Decoquinate At A Daily Dose Of 22.7 Mg/100 Lbs (0.5 Mg/kg) Of Body Weight. Feed For At Least 28 Days During Periods Of Coccidiosis Exposure Or When Experience Indicates That Coccidiosis Is Likely To Be A Hazard.
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goat Body Weight In Lbs |
Lbs Deccox Per Ton Of Feed |
Decoquinate Levels |
Daily Feeding Rate Per Head |
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G/ton |
% |
Mg/lb. |
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30 |
0.5 |
13.6 |
0.0015 |
6.8 |
1.0 lbs |
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Warning - Do Not Feed To Goats Producing Milk For Food |
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Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep bag tightly closed.
Restricted Drug (california) - Use Only As Directed. Not For Human Use.
Nada 39-417, Approved By Fda
Marketed by Alpharma Inc., 440 Route 22, Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807
Trademarks registered by Alpharma Inc.
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Net wt |
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50 LB (22.68 kg) |
800306 0705 |
Nac No.
10220313Animal Health
400 CROSSING BLVD., BRIDGEWATER, NJ, 08807
| Order Desk: | 800-221-5398 | |
| Fax: | 908 566-4131 | |
| Switchboard: | 908-566-3800 | |
| Technical Information: | 908-566-3860 | |
| Website: | www.alpharma.com | |
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