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Amoxy Active CTD 697 mg/g Powder for Use in Drinking Water for Chickens, Turkeys and Ducks

Active ingredient: Amoxicillin

Form

Powder

Species

Chickens Duck Turkeys

Manufacturer

Dopharma Research B.V.

VMD MA No.

28365/4013

What it's used for

For the treatment of infections caused by bacteria susceptible to amoxicillin and clavulanic acid including: skin disease (including deep and superficial p...

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Clinical information

Amoxy Active CTD 697 mg/g Powder for Use in Drinking Water for Chickens, Turkeys and Ducks — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.

For the treatment of infections caused by bacteria susceptible to amoxicillin and
clavulanic acid including: skin disease (including deep and superficial pyodermas);
soft tissue infections (abscesses and anal sacculitis); dental infections (e.g.
gingivitis); urinary tract infections; respiratory disease (involving upper and lower
respiratory tract); enteritis.

Chickens:
The recommended dosage is 15 mg amoxicillin trihydrate (equivalent to 13.1 mg
amoxicillin) per kg body weight per day (corresponding to 19 mg veterinary medicinal
product/kg body weight/day).
The total period of treatment should be for 3 days or in severe cases for 5 days.
Turkeys:
Recommended dosage is 15-20 mg amoxicillin trihydrate (equivalent to 13.1 – 17.4 mg
amoxicillin) per kg body weight per day (corresponding to 19 – 25 mg veterinary medicinal
product/kg body weight/day) for 3 days or in severe cases for 5 days.
Ducks
Recommended dosage is 20 mg amoxicillin trihydrate (equivalent to 17.4 mg amoxicillin)
per kg body weight per day (corresponding to 25 mg veterinary medicinal product/kg body
weight/day) for 3 consecutive days.
Prepare the solution with fresh potable water immediately before use. Any medicated
water which is not consumed within 12 hours should be discarded and the medicated
drinking water replenished. In order to ensure consumption of the medicated water,
animals should not have access to other water supplies whilst being treated.
To ensure a correct dosage, body weight should be determined as accurately as possible.
The intake of medicated water depends on the clinical condition of the animals. In order to
obtain the correct dosage the concentration of amoxicillin may need to be adjusted
accordingly.
The use of suitably calibrated measuring equipment is recommended.
AN: 00209/2025 & 00210/2025
Based on the recommended dose and the number and weight of animals to be treated, the
exact daily concentration of the veterinary medicinal product should be calculated
according to the following formula:
… mg veterinary medicinal product/ X average body weight (kg)
kg body weight per day of animals to be treated
= … mg veterinary medicinal
average daily water intake (l/animal) product per litre of drinking water
After the end of the medication period the water supply system should be cleaned
appropriately to avoid intake of sub-therapeutic amounts of the active substance.
Maximum solubility of the veterinary medicinal product in water is approximately 3 g per
litre.
For stock solutions and when using a proportioner, take care not to exceed the maximum
solubility which can be achieved under the given conditions. Adjust flow rate settings of the
dosing pump according to concentration of the stock solution and water intake of the
animals to be treated.

Do not use in the presence of ß-lactamase-producing bacteria.
Do not use in rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils or any other small herbivores.
Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or other substances from
the beta-lactam group or to any of the excipients.
Do not use in ruminants or horses.

Chickens, turkeys, ducks:
Undetermined frequency
(cannot be estimated from the
available data):
Hypersensitivity reactions
Allergic reactions
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May occasionally be serious.
AN: 00209/2025 & 00210/2025
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a
veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to
either the marketing authorisation holder or the national competent authority via the
national reporting system. See the package leaflet or immediate packaging for respective
contact details.

None.
AN: 00209/2025 & 00210/2025

Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
Official, national and regional antimicrobial policies should be taken into account when the
veterinary medicinal product is used.
Use of the veterinary medicinal product should be based on susceptibility testing of the
bacteria isolated from the animal. If this is not possible, therapy should be based on local
(regional, farm level) epidemiological information about susceptibility of the target bacteria.
Use of the veterinary medicinal product deviating from the instructions given in the product
literature may increase the prevalence of bacteria resistant to the amoxicillin and may
decrease the effectiveness of the treatment.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals:
Penicillins may cause hypersensitivity (allergy) following injection, inhalation, ingestion or
skin contact. Hypersensitivity to penicillins may cause cross reactions to cephalosporins
and vice versa. Allergic reactions to these substances may occasionally be serious.
People with known hypersensitivity to beta-lactam antibiotics should avoid contact with the
veterinary medicinal product.
Handle this veterinary medicinal product with great care to avoid exposure, taking all
recommended precautions. This veterinary medicinal product may cause skin and eye
irritation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Do not smoke, eat or drink while handling the veterinary medicinal product.
During preparation and administration of the medicated drinking water, skin contact with
the veterinary medicinal product and inhalation of dust particles should be avoided.
Personal protective equipment consisting of gloves and either a disposable half mask
respirator conforming to European Standard EN149 or a non-disposable respirator
conforming to European Standard EN140 with a filter to EN 143 should be worn when
mixing and handling the veterinary medicinal product. Wash hands after use.
In case of contact with eyes or skin, wash immediately with water.
If you develop symptoms following exposure, such as a skin rash, seek medical advice
immediately and show the package leaflet or the label to the physician. Swelling of the
face, lips or eyes or difficulty with breathing are more serious symptoms and require urgent
medical attention.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.

Do not combine with bacteriostatic antibiotics.
Not to be used simultaneously with neomycin since it blocks the absorption of oral
penicillins.
Synergism occurs with ß-lactam antibiotics and aminoglycosides.

Store below 25 ºC. Store in a dry place.
Store in the original container.
Keep the container tightly closed in order to protect from moisture.

Chickens: meat and offal: 1 day.
Turkeys: meat and offal: 5 days.
Ducks: meat and offal: 9 days.
Not for use in birds producing eggs for human consumption.
Do not use within 4 weeks before the start of the laying period.
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This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.