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Toltrazuril
Baycox
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Mechanism of Action
Disrupts mitochondrial function and nuclear division in all intracellular stages of coccidia. Coccidiocidal rather than coccidiostatic.
Side effects & warnings
Generally well-tolerated. Primarily used for coccidiosis. Single-dose or short-course treatment. Bitter taste. Extra-label use in small animals.
Species with Toltrazuril dosing data (10 dose rules)
Evidence levels across 10 dose rules
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Backed by 4 published primary sources
- · Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed
- · FARAD Withdrawal Guidelines
- · Merck Veterinary Manual
- · Papich Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 5th Ed
Sample dosing (2 of 10 cited rules)
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 10–30 mg/kg | Single dose or q24h x 3 days | Moderate | Papich Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 5th Ed |
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 10–30 mg/kg | Single dose or q24h x 3 days | Moderate | Papich Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 5th Ed |
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