Oxymav B has an Active ingredient: Oxytetracycline hydrochloride 10g/Kg. This is a broad spectrum antibiotic powder for treating respiratory and general bacterial conditions in birds. No prescription is required for this useful medication. If administering, please do not eat the eggs while treatment is occurring for 10 days.
It has a broad spectrum antibiotic against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, certain rickettsia, chlamydia, actinomyces, mycoplasma, protozoa (the cold ones) and some of the larger viruses. It acts by inhibition of proteins in the ribosomes of the bacteria. Oxytetracycline crosses most biological barriers in the body.
Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and avoid inhaling dust. Do not eat eggs for 10 days after administering.
CRD (chronic respiratory disease) and bacterial enteritis dissolve 5g (1 rounded measure) in 50mL of water. Use this solution as the source of drinking water for the treated bird. Make up this solution fresh daily. Treat the bird for 3 - 5 days, or as directed by a veterinarian. 50mL of prepared solution will treat 1 chicken, 2 large birds (parrots, cockatoos) or 10 small birds (canaries, finches, budgerigars).
Powder (fine, yellow, soluble): 100g
