Poultry Feed
What is medicated feed?
Medicated feed is feed that contains medication to help prevent or treat certain poultry diseases.
Medicated feed contains added medication
Medicated feed is exactly what it sounds like: feed that has medication added to it.
It is commonly used to help prevent or treat disease in poultry, especially during the early growing stages.
Not all medicated feeds are the same
Not all medicated feed contains the same medication. The medication included can vary depending on the feed brand and formula.
The most common medications included are for coccidiostats and/or antibiotics.
Coccidiostats
Some medicated feeds include coccidiostats to help prevent or control coccidiosis.
Antibiotics
Some medicated feeds may contain antibiotics, depending on the product and label directions.
Always read the feed label
If you are using medicated feed, always follow all warning labels and directions listed on the feed label.
The feed label will tell you what medication is included, how the feed should be used, and any important warnings or restrictions.
What to remember
Medicated feed can be helpful in certain situations, but it is important to read the label carefully and follow all listed directions and warnings.