ANTIBIOTIC CLASSIFICATION: Tylvalosin, the active ingredient in Aivlosin® Water Soluble Granules, is a macrolide antibiotic. INDICATIONS: Control of porcine proliferative enteropathy (PPE) associated with Lawsonia intracellularis infection in groups of swine in buildings experiencing an outbreak of PPE
General Information:
AdvaCare is a GMP manufacturer of Tylvalosin Tartrate soluble granules.
Tylvalosin is a semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic that inhibits the formation of bacterial protein its reproduction.
Tylvalosin is used to treat respiratory infections such as; swine pasteurellosis, porcine infectious pleuropneumonia, mycoplasmal pneumonia of swine, etc. and alimentary infections like; porcine proliferative enteropathy, swine dysentery, and sow postnatal infections; metritis, mammitis, agalactosis, etc.
Always consult a veterinary physician or animal care specialist before using tylvalosin tartrate soluble granules.
Indications and Usage
It is indicated in the treatment and control of porcine proliferative enteropathy (PPE) associated with Lawsonia intracellularis infection. It is also indicated in the treatment and control of swine respiratory disease (SRD) associated with Bordetella bronchiseptic, Haemophilus parasuis, Pasteurella multocida, and Streptococcus suis.
Special Features
It is only used in the drinking water for pigs. Mixing with the feed is not recommended.
Administration and Dosage
Preparation of drinking water medicated with 50 parts per million tylvalosin, where dosage in 40g sachet is 25mg per 132 gallons of water in 1 gallon of stock solution, in 160g sachet is 100mg per 528 gallons of water in 4 gallons of stock solution and in 400g sachet is 250mg per 1320 gallon of water in 10 gallons of stock solution.
Refer to an animal care specialist for guidelines on dosage. Do not exceed what they advise, and complete the full treatment, as stopping early can result in a recurrence or worsen the problem.
Withdrawal Time
When used in accordance with recommendations, no withdrawal period is required before slaughter for
human consumption.
Precautions
- Not for use in lactating or pregnant females, or males and females intended for breeding;
- The effects of tylvalosin on swine reproductive performance, pregnancy and lactation have not been determined;
- The safety and efficacy of this formulation in species other than swine have not been determined.
If the condition does not improve or becomes worse, then call a veterinary physician or animal care specialist. Tylvalosin tartrate soluble granules are not meant for human consumption, however in the case of accidental ingestion, one should seek medical advice.
Avoid direct contact with the eyes and skin. One must wear coveralls, a mask, suitable gloves and eye protection when handling the product.
Consult with an animal care specialist about any other medications that are being taken by the animal, and their medical history, before their treatment with tylvalosin tartrate soluble granules.
