carbadox

The text below is quoted verbatim from approved veterinary drug labels published by the US FDA (Animal Drugs @ FDA) and DailyMed.

Indications (5)

Swine (4)
  • For control of swine dysentery (vibrionic dysentery, bloody scours or hemorrhagic dysentery); control of bacterial swine enteritis (salmonellosis or necrotic enteritis caused by Salmonella choleraesuis); aid in the prevention of migration and establishment of large roundworm (Ascaris suum) infections; aid in the prevention of establishment of nodular worm (Oesophagostomum) infections.

    Do not feed to swine weighing over 75 pounds. Do not feed within 10 weeks of slaughter. Consult a veterinarian before feeding to severely debilitated animals. Feed continuously as sole ration. Do not use in Type C feeds containing less than 15 percent crude protein. Consult veterinarian before using in severely debilitated animals. Do not mix in Type B or Type C medicated feeds containing bentonite.

    Banminth® / Mecadox®

  • For treatment of bacterial enteritis caused by Escherichia coli and Salmonella choleraesuis susceptible to oxytetracycline and treatment of bacterial pneumonia caused by Pasteurella multocida susceptible to oxytetracycline and increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency.

    Feed continuously as the sole ration for 7 to 14 days. Not for use in pregnant swine or swine intended for breeding purposes. Do not mix in feeds containing bentonite. Do not feed to swine within 42 days of slaughter.

    Mecadox® and Terramycin®

  • For control of swine dysentery (vibrionic dysentery, bloody scours, or hemorrhagic dysentery); control of bacterial swine enteritis (salmonellosis or necrotic enteritis caused by Salmonella choleraesuis); increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency.

    Not for use in pregnant swine or swine intended for breeding purposes. Do not feed to swine within 42 days of slaughter. Do not use in Type B or Type C medicated feeds containing bentonite.

    Mecadox® 10

  • For increase in rate of weight gain and improvement of feed efficiency.

    Not for use in pregnant swine or swine intended for breeding purposes. Do not feed to swine within 42 days of slaughter. Do not use in Type B or Type C medicated feeds containing bentonite.

    Mecadox® 10

Species not stated (1)
  • Control of swine dysentery (vibrionic dysentery, bloody scours or hemorrhagic dysentery); control of bacterial swine enteritis (salmonellosis or necrotic enteritis caused by Salmonella choleraesuis); increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency in swine.

    Mecadox® 10 (carbadox) TYPE A MEDICATED ARTICLE

Warnings (4)

Species not stated (4)
  • Certain components of animal feeds, including medicated premixes, possess properties that may be a potential health hazard or a source of personal discomfort to certain individuals who are exposed to them. Human exposure should, therefore, be minimized by observing the general industry standards for occupational health and safety. Precautions such as the following should be considered: dust masks or respirators and protective clothing should be worn; dust-arresting equipment and adequate ventilation should be utilized; personal hygiene should be observed; wash before eating or leaving a work site; be alert for signs of allergic reactions–seek prompt medical treatment if such reactions are suspected.

    Mecadox® 10 (carbadox) TYPE A MEDICATED ARTICLE

  • This product is for veterinary use only. The administration of this product is restricted to oral use only in the starter phase of swine. Consumption of products from these animals is prohibited. Later, in the final stage of development, they may be suitable for human consumption. Withdrawal Period: 42 days. Its use is prohibited for all adult swine and all ages of other species intended for human consumption. Operators should wear safety goggles, protective clothing and a respirator when mixing and handling the finished feed. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

    Mecadox 11%

  • Do not feed to swine within 42 days before slaughter. Caution: Not for use in pregnant swine or swine intended for breeding purposes. Do not mix in feeds containing bentonite. NOT FOR HUMAN USE RESTRICTED DRUG (CALIFORNIA) – USE ONLY AS DIRECTED

    Mecadox® 10 (carbadox) TYPE A MEDICATED ARTICLE

  • For use in the manufacture of complete swine feeds and/or swine protein supplement feeds only.

    Mecadox® 10 (carbadox) TYPE A MEDICATED ARTICLE

Dosage (6)

Swine (4)
  • 10 to 25 grams carbadox and approximately 400 grams of chlortetracycline (varying with body weight and feed consumption to provide 10 milligrams of chlortetracycline per pound of body weight daily).

    Oral

    Feed continuously as the sole ration for 7 to 14 days. Not for use in pregnant swine or swine intended for breeding purposes. Do not mix in feeds containing bentonite. Do not feed to swine within 42 days of slaughter.

    Mecadox® and Terramycin®

  • Pyrantel tartrate at 96 grams (0.0106 percent) per ton of feed plus carbadox at 50 grams (0.0055 percent) per ton of feed.

    Oral

    Do not feed to swine weighing over 75 pounds. Do not feed within 10 weeks of slaughter. Consult a veterinarian before feeding to severely debilitated animals. Feed continuously as sole ration. Do not use in Type C feeds containing less than 15 percent crude protein. Consult veterinarian before using in severely debilitated animals. Do not mix in Type B or Type C medicated feeds containing bentonite.

    Banminth® / Mecadox®

  • 10-25 grams (0.0011-0.00275 percent) per ton of feed.

    Oral

    Not for use in pregnant swine or swine intended for breeding purposes. Do not feed to swine within 42 days of slaughter. Do not use in Type B or Type C medicated feeds containing bentonite.

    Mecadox® 10

  • 50 grams (0.0055 percent) per ton of feed.

    Oral

    Not for use in pregnant swine or swine intended for breeding purposes. Do not feed to swine within 42 days of slaughter. Do not use in Type B or Type C medicated feeds containing bentonite.

    Mecadox® 10

Species not stated (2)
  • Mixing and Use Directions Indications for Use Amount of Drug lb of Mecadox® 10 per ton of Complete Feed Increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency 0.0011-0.00275% (10-25 g/ton) 1.0-2.5 lb Control of swine dysentery (vibrionic dysentery, bloody scours or hemorrhagic dysentery); control of bacterial swine enteritis (salmonellosis or necrotic enteritis caused by Salmonella choleraesuis); increased rate of weight gain and improved feed efficiency. 0.0055% (50 g/ton) 5.0 lb Protein Supplement Mixing and Use Directions Amount of Supplement per Ton of Complete Feed (lb) lb of Mecadox® 10 per Ton of Protein Supplement Desired Level of Mecadox® in Complete Feed 0.0055% (50 g/ton) 0.00275% (25 g/ton) 0.0011% (10 g/ton) 1000 667 500 250 100 75 50 40 20 10 15 20 40 100 133 200 250 500 5 7 10 20 50 67 100 125 250 2 3 4 8 20 27 40 50 100

    ORAL

    Mecadox® 10 (carbadox) TYPE A MEDICATED ARTICLE

  • DOSAGE: For the treatment of swine dysentery, salmonellosis, colibacillosis, ileitis and other bacterial swine enteritis, add 500 g of Mecadox® 11%/ton of finished feed (55 ppm). ADMINISTRATION ROUTE Oral, mixed into finished feed.

    ORAL

    Mecadox 11%

Available strengths (4)

ProductDosage formAvailable strengths
Mecadox® and Terramycin®Type A Medicated ArticleType A medicated article containing 10 grams per pound carbadox. Type A medicated articles containing 10, 20, 30, 50, 100, or 200 grams per pound oxytetracycline.
Mecadox® 10Type A medicated articles for use in the manufacture of Type B and Type C medicated feedsType A medicated articles: 2.2. percent (10 grams per pound).
10 g / 0.45 kg
110 kg / 110 kg