Question 1

What is Lasalocid used for?

Accepted Answer

Lasalocid is indicated for: Coccidiosis (Eimeria caviae), Coccidiosis prevention, Coccidiosis prophylaxis, feed efficiency.

Question 2

What routes can Lasalocid be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO.

Question 3

Which species have cited Lasalocid dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Lasalocid dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 5 species: African Grey Parrot, Cattle (Beef/Dairy), Chicken (Poultry), Guinea Pig, Sheep (Ovine).

Question 4

Is Lasalocid a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Lasalocid is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Lasalocid?

Accepted Answer

HIGHLY TOXIC to horses, dogs, and cats. Use only in approved species (poultry, cattle). Narrow safety margin. Do not mix feeds.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Lasalocid?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Lasalocid: HIGHLY TOXIC to horses, dogs, and cats. Use only in approved species (poultry, cattle). Narrow safety margin. Do not mix feeds.

Question 7

How does Lasalocid work?

Accepted Answer

Polyether ionophore that disrupts ion transport across coccidian cell membranes, causing osmotic imbalance and parasite death.

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