Mavlab Oxymav B 100g Soluble Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic Powder for Birds

Mavlab Oxymav B 100g: Soluble Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic Powder for Birds

Mavlab Oxymav B is a soluble broad-spectrum antibiotic powder for ornamental cage birds, used to treat respiratory and general bacterial infections. The active is oxytetracycline hydrochloride (10g/kg), a well-established antibiotic, and it dissolves into drinking water so a sick bird, or a whole aviary, can be treated without handling each bird. No prescription is required for this medication.

It's a broad-spectrum antibiotic, effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as certain rickettsiae, chlamydia, actinomycetes, mycoplasma, protozoa and some of the larger viruses. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein production, and oxytetracycline crosses most biological barriers in the body, which is what makes it useful across a range of infections.

It's commonly used for chronic respiratory disease (CRD) and bacterial enteritis (gut infection) in caged birds. The fine, soluble yellow powder mixes easily into water, making dosing straightforward. It's intended for ornamental and pet cage birds, not for birds kept to produce eggs or meat for people.

Key Features & Benefits

• Soluble broad-spectrum antibiotic powder for ornamental cage birds

• Active constituent: oxytetracycline hydrochloride 10g/kg

• Treats chronic respiratory disease (CRD) and bacterial enteritis

• Active against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, plus rickettsiae, chlamydia, actinomycetes, mycoplasma and protozoa

• Dissolves into drinking water for easy, low-stress dosing

• No prescription required

• 100g tub of fine, soluble powder

Dosage

• For CRD and bacterial enteritis: dissolve 5g (1 rounded measure) in 50mL of water

• Provide the medicated solution as the bird's sole source of drinking water

• Make up a fresh solution daily

• Treat for 3 to 5 days, or as directed by a veterinarian

• 50mL of prepared solution will treat 2 large birds (parrots, cockatoos) or 10 small birds (canaries, finches, budgerigars)

How to Use

• Remove other water sources so the medicated water is the only water available

• Mix the dose into fresh water, stir until fully dissolved, and offer it as the daily drinking water

• Prepare a fresh solution every 24 hours rather than topping up the old one

• Complete the full 3 to 5 day course even if the bird appears to improve sooner

• Clean the cage or aviary during treatment to support recovery, and see an avian vet if the bird does not improve

Important Notes

• For ornamental and pet cage birds; not for use in birds producing eggs or meat for people

• Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and avoid inhaling the dust

• Wash your hands after use, and dispose of empty containers safely

• Store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children and pets

• Always read and follow the label directions ahead of any other source of information

FAQs

What is Mavlab Oxymav B used for?
It's a broad-spectrum antibiotic powder for treating respiratory and general bacterial infections in ornamental cage birds, and is commonly used for chronic respiratory disease (CRD) and bacterial enteritis.

What is the active ingredient?
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride at 10g/kg, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial protein production.

What is the dose?
Dissolve 5g (1 rounded measure) in 50mL of water, provide it as the sole drinking water, make it fresh daily, and treat for 3 to 5 days. 50mL treats 2 large birds or 10 small birds.

Do I need a prescription?
No. Oxymav B is a non-prescription medication for ornamental cage birds.

Can I use it on chickens or birds kept for eggs or meat?
It's for ornamental and pet cage birds and is not registered for birds producing eggs or meat for people. Any such use is off-label, so check with a vet first.

Where can I buy Mavlab Oxymav B in Australia?
Order online for delivery across Australia, or pick up in-store at Bonnyrigg, NSW.