When adding tilmicosin premix to mixed feed, how can we ensure that the drug is evenly distributed and avoid local concentrations that are too high or too low?
Publish Time: 2024-12-04
Tilmicosin premix is a commonly used antibiotic used to prevent and treat bacterial diseases in livestock and poultry. When adding tilmicosin premix to mixed feed, it is very important to ensure that the drug is evenly distributed to avoid local concentrations that are too high or too low, which may affect the efficacy of the drug and the health of the animal.
1. Understand product specifications and instructions for use
First, carefully read the instructions for tilmicosin premix to understand its recommended addition ratio, applicable animal species and dosage. Different brands and specifications of products may have different instructions for use, and following the manufacturer's recommendations is an important step to ensure safety and effectiveness.
2. Prepare the right mixing equipment
Using the right feed mixing equipment is essential to achieve uniform mixing. Common mixing equipment includes vertical mixers, horizontal mixers, and paddle mixers. Select equipment that can handle the required feed volume and has sufficient mixing capacity.
3. Preparation
Clean equipment: Before you start mixing, make sure the mixing equipment is thoroughly clean and free of residue to prevent cross-contamination or affect the uniform distribution of the drug.
Weigh accurately: Measure the amount of tilmicosin premix and feed accurately. Use a weighing tool, such as an electronic scale, to ensure that the amount of drug added is accurate.
4. Graded addition
Since tilmicosin premix is usually a high concentration of drug mixed with a carrier, it may be difficult to evenly distribute it when added directly to a large amount of feed. Therefore, a graded addition method can improve mixing uniformity:
Step 1: Mix the tilmicosin premix with a small amount of feed (usually 1%-5% of the total feed) to form an intermediate mixture.
Step 2: Mix this intermediate mixture with the remaining feed until the entire feed is mixed uniformly.
In this way, the initial inhomogeneity of the drug in the feed can be reduced, making it easier to achieve overall uniform distribution.
5. Mixing time
Make sure the mixing equipment runs for enough time to achieve adequate mixing. The mixing time depends on the type, capacity and speed of the equipment. Generally speaking, the mixing process should be continued until no concentrated points of the drug are visually visible and the feed is uniform in color.
6. Checking uniformity
After mixing is completed, take multiple samples for testing to confirm whether the drug is evenly distributed in the feed. Several points can be randomly selected, samples can be taken from different depths and locations, and then the distribution of the drug can be evaluated by laboratory analysis or visual inspection.
7. Storage conditions
The mixed feed should be stored in a dry, cool place, away from moisture and high temperature to prevent drug degradation or ineffectiveness. At the same time, it should be used as soon as possible to reduce the uneven sedimentation of the drug that may occur during storage.
8. Safety measures
When handling tilmicosin premix, operators should wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such as gloves and masks, to prevent potential irritation of the drug to the skin and respiratory tract.
By following the above steps and suggestions, the uniform distribution of tilmicosin premix in the feed can be effectively ensured, thereby ensuring the therapeutic effect of the drug while reducing the safety risks caused by uneven distribution of the drug.
