Toltrazuril represents a new standard in coccidiosis control. It is not related to any other anticoccidial drug currently available and being used in veterinary medicine. Toltrazuril belongs to the chemical group of symmetric triazinons which affects all intracellular structures of one-celled protozoan parasites. It is highly effective in the treatment of coccidia. Toltrazuril is the result of extensive research efforts to help treat EPM (equine protozoal myeloencephalitis).
Benefits of Toltrazuril:
- prevents and reduces the severity of lesions
- stops oocyst shedding
- improves growth rate
- improves feed conversion
HOW IT WORKS:
Toltrazuril 5% solution is suitable for both therapy and metaphylaxis, and acts as an effective tool for controlling coccidia-related problems. By damaging the intracellular developmental stages of Coccidia, toltraturazil affects schizonts, microgametes, and macrogametes without damaging the cell tissue of the host animal. Findings from studies suggest the drug interferes with the division of the nucleus and the activity of mitochondria, which is responsible for respiratory metabolism in the parasite. In the magrometes, toltrazuril damages wall-forming bodies, and in all intracellular developmental stages, severe vacuolisation occurs due to inflation of the endoplasmatic reticulum. Toltrazuril does not interfere with immune development, and usually does not require follow-up treatment, even in advanced infections (after three to five days). However, the efficacy of the drug is independent from the severity of the infection.
Toltrazuril is quite lipid soluble so absorption and distribution into tissue is very good. Toltrazuril 5% has a unique mode of action and there is no reason to be concerned with an adverse reaction or a drug-drug reaction. As Toltrazuril only has activity against protozoa, there is no effect on upset of intestinal flora and the formulation is very well tolerated. To be soluble in water, the product undiluted is very alkaline, pH 11.4. Direct oral dosing of the undiluted product is very irritating to mucous membranes and will cause immediate vomiting. Make sure you are using the correct formulation.
Toltrazuril is a relatively new treatment that may actually cure coccidiosis, instead of just suppressing it. While other drugs have been used to control Coccidia infections, they do not provide a cure, and the animal may continue to be infectious to other animals.
Please consult with your veterinarian for proper usage and dosage for Alpacas and Llamas.
THIS PRODUCT CANNOT BE SHIPPED INTO CANADA