Nitrofuran toxicity
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Occurrence: Nitrofurans are no longer permissible in some countries (eg USA). Species affected: Chickens, turkeys, ducks. Age affected: All (young). |
Causes: Ingestion of food or water with too high a level of nitrofurone antibacterial drug.
Effects: Incoordination, loud vocalisation, opisthotonos (arching of the head and spine backwards), aimless running, flying, partial paralysis, ascites and convulsions can be seen. Birds are commonly found on ...
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