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Diclazuril for African Grey Parrot

Bird · Psittacus erithacus · typical adult weight 0.40–0.65 kg

Diclazuril is used in african grey parrot for Coccidiosis (Isospora). Routes documented in african grey parrot: PO. A typical adult african grey parrot weighs 0.40–0.65 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Diclazuril in african grey parrot, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.

Trade names: Clinacox, Vecoxan

Dose ranges

RouteDoseFrequencyDurationIndicationEvidenceSource
PO10–25 mg/kgSingle dose, repeat in 7 daysSingle dose protocol; repeat once after 7 days; confirm clearance by fecal examCoccidiosis (Isospora)ModerateCarpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed

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Mechanism of action

Inhibits coccidian parasite development by interfering with the pyrimidine biosynthesis pathway, disrupting schizogony and gametogony stages.

Side effects & warnings

Generally well tolerated. Limited data in some exotic species. May cause mild transient GI signs.

Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for african grey parrot may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.

Other Antiparasitic drugs with african grey parrot dosing

Diclazuril dosing in other species

Why a species-specific page? Diclazuril pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in african grey parrot — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.

Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.