From the first days of life turkeys need proper care. Only compliance with the basic requirements for their content will allow growing healthy offspring. An important role in this process is assigned to the system of feeding of young animals with various drugs: their use contributes to rapid growth and weight gain, as well as reducing the likelihood of a mora among chicks. This article describes the top 10 drugs used for feeding poults, as well as the scheme of their use.
Why drink turkey poults
In the early days of the poults, it is necessary to provide dry bedding, an additional source of heating and lighting, and also to make a balanced diet. However, in such conditions they are not protected from the effects of various diseases and beriberi, which can significantly reduce the brood of chicks. 
For this, experienced poultry farmers use various preparations with the help of which prophylactic feeding is carried out, and thereby increasing the survival rate of young offspring. In the future, turkey poults fed with special additives will delight their host with top quality meat. Vitamin supplements and antibiotics can meet the needs of the young body of the turkey and protect it from the development of various infectious diseases.
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What to do with turkey poults
Experienced farmers know exactly what drugs, in what volume and when they need to be given to young chicks. However, a novice poultry farmer may have some problems with entering a vet pharmacy. After all, there is a large assortment of drugs that will be needed in the first days of the life of the young. From birth, poults need vitamin supplements, antibiotics, probiotics and immunomodulators. Our top 10 drugs include the most proven and effective.
"Trichopol"
This is a synthetic antibiotic that is used to fight protozoa, microbes and aerobic bacteria. Protozoosis or protozoal infection, getting into the blood of a young chick, affects the central nervous system, digestive organs, lungs and liver. 
As a result of this effect, serious diseases develop in an unprotected organism. Exposure to aerobic bacteria and microorganisms leads to the development of purulent-inflammatory processes. They can cause brain damage and provoke the development of diseases such as botulism or tetanus.
The principle of action of "Trichopol" is based on the interaction of metronidazole (the main active ingredient) with the DNA of cells of pathogenic bacteria. As a result of this interaction, due to blocking the synthesis of nucleic acid, the growth of microorganisms is suppressed, which leads to their further death.
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"Trichopol" is produced in the form:
- powder that is used to make a solution;
- solution for infusion;
- tablets;
- suspensions.
Application: as prevention and in the treatment of infectious diseases in turkeys. For this most often used Trichopolum in the form of tablets or powder.Dosage:- prophylaxis - Trichopol is diluted 0.5 g or 2 tablets per 1 kg of feed or 1 g (4 tablets) per 5 liters of water;
- therapy - 1.5 g (6 tablets) per 1 kg of feed or 3 g (12 tablets) per 5 liters of water.
Farmazin
Antibiotic, which is used for veterinary purposes, for the treatment of infectious sinusitis, mycoplasmosis, inflammation of the bronchi or other infectious and respiratory diseases. It is used to treat cattle, pigs and poultry (chickens, turkeys, etc.).
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The main active ingredient is tylosin, which adversely affects bacteria such as:
- staphylococcus;
- pasteurella;
- streptococci;
- mycoplasma;
- chlamydia and others.
In vetaptek can meet "Farmazin" in three forms of release:
- powder;
- injection;
- granules.
Application: The powder is available in packs with plastic containers of 25 and 200 g. This form is most convenient for the treatment of poults. Before use, pour in a small amount of water and mix the solution well. After that add the required amount of water in the calculation of 1 g of the drug in 1 liter of water. Diluted "Farmazin" poured into a drinking bowl and put in the shade, while removing all other drinkers. The drug must be diluted daily.The treatment course for turkey poults is 5 days, and for other poultry - 3 days.
Important! Solution for injection, in which the content of tylosin is 50 mg, can not be used for the treatment of poultry, including turkeys. Also, you can not use "Farmazin" of any form for the treatment of layers, as it can accumulate in the eggs.
"Enroflon"
This antibiotic helps in the fight against infectious and viral diseases. Effective in the fight against mycoplasmosis of varying degrees, enteritis, bronchopneumonia, also in colibacillosis and other secondary infectious diseases. The drug is also used for prophylactic purposes, when the probability of catching an infection is significantly increased, that is, during the period of walking the birds. 
The active ingredient in Enroflon is enrofloxacin, which is in the fluoroquinolone group. This component has a broad anti-mycoplasma and antibacterial spectrum of action. It affects the inhibition of enzymes, which in turn affects the replication or "copying" of the bacterium's DNA helix. The drug is easily absorbed, while easily excreted in the urine. The active effect of the drug is observed already after 1-2 hours after taking.
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The drug is available in the form of:
- 5% solution, which contains 50 mg of active substance per 1 ml - this agent is used for injections, but is not used for the treatment of poultry;
- A 10% solution containing 100 mg of enrofloxacin per 1 ml is used for birds - a means of oral administration;
- tablets dosage of 2.5 mg.
- in its pure form give 2.5-5 mg per 1 kg of live weight;
- 10% solution is added to feed or water, in the calculation of 0.5 mg per 1 kg, in its pure form it is given with a dosage of 2.5-5 mg per kilogram.
In poults between the ages of 5 and 10 days, the immunity is weak, and during this period they often suffer from infectious diseases. In chicks, there is a disorder of the digestive system, viral pathologies and colds can also occur. At this time, Enroflon can be given in pure form by dissolving it in water (0.5 ml per 1 l of water), or 10% solution (1 ml per 1 l). The medicine is given for 3-5 days.Learn more about the correct feeding of turkey poults, in particular, daily turkey poults.
"Tetracycline"
Enjoys widespread demand from veterinarians. "Tetracycline" is an antibiotic with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial action. The mechanism of action of this drug is based on the suppression of the work of bacterial cell ribosomes.
Used to treat infectious diseases - for example, respiratory mycoplasmosis, which occurs due to hypothermia. Most often, this disease occurs in chicks with a weakened immune system and a deficiency of vitamins A and group B. At the age of 12 days, poults may be exposed to such a disease as pullorosis. Tetracycline is also used to treat it. 
This antibiotic comes in the form of:
- tablets and capsules with a dosage of 100 mg and 250 mg;
- powder in the vial with a dosage of 100 mg, intended for injection (often found under the name tetracycline hydrochloride);
- powder in a vial of 0.25 g and 0.5 g (tetrachloride);
- ointment, which contains 10 or 30 mg of antibiotic in 1 g.
"Levomitsetin"
Antibiotic with a wide spectrum of action. It has little effect on lower fungi. It is used to treat salmonellosis, dyspepsia, colibacillosis, coccidiosis and other infectious diseases.
This drug affects microorganisms that are resistant to penicillin, streptotsidu and sulfonamides, but shows poorly in the fight against pseudomonas bacillus, acid-resistant bacteria and clostridia.
Did you know? There is a persistent misconception that "Levomitsetin" helps with abdominal pain or the first signs of poisoning. In fact, this drug is an antibiotic that is good for infectious or purulent diseases, but it has a negative effect on the liver and kidneys. So such an application is unsafe, although some people have a "placebo effect" and the pain subsides.
"Levomycetin" acts selectively on sensitive microorganisms, while inhibiting the formation of polypeptide chains. It is well absorbed and begins its impact after 1.5-2 hours.
Release form:
- pills;
- powder;
- dragee;
- suspension for internal use.
Application: the drug can be added to the feed or diluted with water.Dosage:- with feed in the calculation of 3-10 mg per chick - 2-3 times a day, a course of treatment from 5 to 7 days;
- with water at 0.5 g per liter, the course of treatment - 3-4 days.
Vetom
This bacterial drug is a powerful probiotic. Vetom contains the bacteria Bacillus subtilis. The concentration of this bacterium in 1 g of the dry preparation is 1 million units.
This probiotic has antiviral, antibacterial, immunomodulatory effects on the body of the bird. At the same time, it improves metabolism, accelerates the process of wound healing. Vetom has shown its effectiveness in the prevention of diseases such as salmonellosis and coccidiosis, as well as respiratory diseases. When using this drug, the bird becomes more resistant to stress.
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The bacterium Bacillus subtilis, getting into the intestine, contributes to the displacement of pathogens. Thus, Vetom updates the intestinal microflora and improves the body's metabolic process. Also, the components of this drug can synthesize interferon, increasing the immunity of birds.
"Vetom" is used in violation of the digestive process, the use of poor quality food or in the process of changing the diet. It is used in cases where it is necessary to eliminate the eating disorder or increase the survival rate of the young.
Available in powder form, packaging from 5 g to 5 kg. 
Application: This probiotic can be added to feed or stirred in water. If you use the latter method of cultivation, the ratio is 5 g per 3 liters of water. The course of treatment is 7 days, after which the course is repeated in a month. "Vetom" in the future use for 5 days with a break of one month.
When added to feed, use a dosage of 1.5 g "Vetom" per 1 kg of feed or 50 mg per 1 kg of live weight of the chick. To strengthen the immune system is prescribed a course of 20 days from the moment of birth, with a repetition after a similar period of time. In case of intestinal upset, the drug is used at the same dosage twice a day. In the most severe cases, the frequency of consumption of the drug is increased up to 4 times per day with a frequency of 6 hours.
Important! To improve the intestinal microflora after consuming an antibiotic, Vetom is prescribed a course of 21 days with a single use of the drug.
Enroxil
Broad-spectrum antibiotic. Well proved itself in the fight against the majority of microorganisms, for example, mycoplasma, Escherichia, Proteus, Clostridia, Pseudomonas and others. The drug is safe when used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
The active element is enrofloxacin. The drug enters the body through the digestive tract and through the blood spreads throughout the body. The substance inhibits the process of DNA replication of pathogenic bacteria.
Release form:
- in powder form;
- solution of 5% and 10%.
Application: Enroxil powder is added to the feed, and a liquid antibiotic formula is added to the drink. For prophylactic purposes, the medication is given to turkey poults, starting from 5-8 days of life. To do this, use a 5% solution. It is used in the calculation of 1 ml per 2 liters of water, updating the water in the drinker daily. The course of treatment lasts up to 3 days.With the manifestation of infectious diseases using a 10% solution of Enroxil, while diluting it in a ratio of 5 ml to 6 liters of water.
Important! "Enroxil is incompatible with macrolide antibiotics, as well as tetracycline and chloramphenicol.
"Baytril"
Broad-spectrum antibiotic, the main active ingredient of which is enrofloxacin. This drug has a different effect on various bacteria: one it completely destroys, while others block the function of reproduction. Such exposure allows you to very effectively deal with infections (for example, streptococcus, colibacteriosis, salmonellosis, hemophilia and others).
Product form: "Baytril" is available in the form of ampoules with different concentrations (2.5%, 5% and 10%) of the solution. 
Application: antibiotic diluted in water, observing the ratio of 50 ml per 100 liters of water. In the treatment of mixed infections, as well as salmonellosis, use an increased dosage: 100 ml per 100 liters of water. During this period, the bird should consume only liquid containing an antibiotic. The course of treatment for turkey poults is 1-3 weeks. The drug begins its action after 45 minutes after administration.
Important! In the process of application it must be remembered that the use of "Baytril" can cause side effects - for example, loose stools or an allergic reaction.
"Nutril"
The drug of the combined type, which consists of the necessary vitamins and amino acids, as well as selenium. Due to its balanced formula, Nutril restores nutritional deficiencies, activates redox reactions, normalizes metabolic processes in the body, helps protect the body from the effects of stressful situations.
The preparation contains vitamins A, D, E, C and K, as well as vitamins of group B. In addition, Nutril contains essential amino acids (for example, tryptophan) that promote the synthesis of vitamins, hormones, enzymes and proteins. They also normalize the work of the immune and endocrine systems, and their lack significantly reduces the productivity of poultry.
"Nutril" allows you to effectively deal with avitaminosis, hypovitaminosis, diseases, the occurrence of which is caused by a deficiency of selenium, as well as a prophylactic against stress.
Form release: the drug is available in paper bags, plastic containers and bags, with a volume of 1.5 and 25 kg. 
Application: "Nutril" is diluted in the calculation of 100 g per 200 liters of water. This solution is prepared daily; The volume is calculated at 500 turkey poults. For prophylactic purposes, the drug is used for 3-5 days.
As a preventive measure for diseases caused by selenium deficiency, Nutril is used as a preventive measure with an interval of 1.5-2 months between courses.
Baycox
The drug is used for the treatment and prevention of diseases caused by unicellular parasites (the simplest coccidia). This drug affects all varieties of coccidia, as well as its strains with hypersensitivity to anticoccides.
Important! It is recommended to slaughter poultry for meat only if after the end of treatment more than 8 days have passed to eliminate negative effects on the human body.
Toltrazuril, which is an active component of this drug, has a detrimental effect on pathogens not only at different stages of growth, but also during the period of intracellular development. In the process of taking "Baykoks" does not suppress the immune system, and its effectiveness increases when used with a complex of vitamins.
Form release: 2.5% solution for oral administration. On sale there are bottles and bottles of various volumes. 
Application: The drug is used in combination with drinking water. 1 ml of the Baycox solution is diluted in 1 liter of water, and this volume is soldered to the bird for 2 days. The course of treatment for young poults begins from the moment of birth and lasts 5-7 days.
Feeding pattern
Now you know what drugs are used for poults and in what dosage. Можно составить схему, по которой будет осуществляться выпаивание молодых птенцов в первые дни их жизни.
Схема выпаивания индюшат:
| Дни жизни | Препарат | Дозировка | Note |
| 1-2 | Аскорбиновая кислота 1% | 10 мл на 1 л воды | Можно также использовать глюкозу в расчёте 30 г на 1 л воды |
| 3-5 | Антибиотики | "Bayril": 1 ml per 1 liter of water, give during the day; Farmazin: 1 g per 1 l of water, a course of treatment for 5 days | The course is repeated monthly until the turkeys are 5 months old. |
| 6-9 | Multivitamin Complex | "Nutril": for 2 liters of water 1 g of the drug, a course of treatment 3-5 days | This dose is designed for 5 turkey poults. |
| from the 10th | Prevention of coccidiosis | "Baykoks": 1 ml per 1 l of water, given for 2 days, the course of treatment is 5-7 days | |
| from the 20th | Prevention of histomoniasis | "Trichopol": 1 g per 5 liters of water, a course of treatment for 9 days |
Growing turkeys requires a lot of work and attention from the poultry farmer. However, by providing them with the right conditions of detention, as well as having done all the necessary preventive work, you can be sure that this work will be rewarded. And after a few months, healthy and full of turkey poults will run around the site. 
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