Nitroxynil
Anti-parasitic
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In General
10mg/kg body weight
Applications:
- Fascioliasis
- Round Worm
Indication Notes:
Active against adult Fasciola. Activity against immature flukes is low
Avoid In:
N/A
Contraindication Notes:
N/A
The main pharmacological action of nitroxynil is fasciolicidal. The lethal action against Fasciola hepatica has been demonstrated in vitro and in vivo in laboratory animals, and in sheep and cattle. The mechanism of action is thought to be due to uncoupling of oxidative phosphorylation
Local swelling, Itching, Pain, Cyst
Always administer S/C route.
Not recommended in lactating cow producing milk for human
Meat: 30days
Milk: not recommended in lactating cow