Amprolium for Chicken
Backyard flocks are highly susceptible between 2–8 weeks old. Treat via drinking water for 5 days.
Quick Reference Guide
Recognition
Know the signs of coccidiosis in your Chicken
Treatment
Amprolium protocol for active infections
Prevention
Management strategies to avoid outbreaks
Recognizing Coccidiosis
Early detection is critical for successful treatment and preventing spread within your flock or herd.
Alert Watch for These Clinical Signs
Primary Symptoms
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Bloody or rusty droppings
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Decreased feed intake
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Pale combs
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Huddling near heat source
When to Act
If you observe multiple symptoms, especially bloody droppings or severe lethargy, begin treatment immediately while consulting a veterinarian for confirmation.
Severity Timeline
- Day 1-3 Mild symptoms appear
- Day 4-7 Peak severity without treatment
- Day 5-7 Recovery begins with treatment
Treatment Protocol
Evidence-based amprolium dosing and administration for Chicken.
💊 Dosing Instructions
Standard Treatment Dose:
Administer 2 teaspoons of 9.6% solution per gallon of drinking water for 5 days; follow with vitamins.
📋 Administration Best Practices
- ! Complete full course even if symptoms improve after 2-3 days
- ! Observe withdrawal times before slaughter or selling products
Withdrawal Times for Chicken
Prevention & Management
The best defense is preventing outbreaks through proactive management and environmental control.
Essential Prevention Practices
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Keep brooder litter below 30% moisture
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Raise waterers to back-height
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Add fresh pine shavings weekly
Risk Factors to Control
🌧️ Moisture & Sanitation
Wet, contaminated environments allow oocysts to sporulate and become infectious. Keep areas dry and clean.
👥 Overcrowding
High stocking densities increase fecal-oral transmission and stress animals, making them more susceptible.
😰 Stress Events
Weaning, transport, weather changes, and diet shifts suppress immunity and trigger outbreaks.
🆕 New Arrivals
Mixing age groups or introducing new animals without quarantine brings new Eimeria strains.
Preventive Medication Strategy
During high-risk periods (brooding, weaning, transport), consider low-dose amprolium in water (50-65 mg/kg) to control parasite load while allowing immunity to develop. Consult your veterinarian for species-appropriate protocols.
Species-Specific Considerations
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