Water quality and water-soluble medications for pigs – A refresher course

Clean water and high-quality water are essential to get the best results from water-soluble medications and the best return on your investment.

Water quality can impact the delivery of therapies in several ways:

  • Pathogens in the water line can interfere with the effectiveness of the medication
  • Buildup inside the lines can restrict flow and prevent correct dosages
  • Unpalatable water can reduce the intake

The right water strategy for your farm

Water soluble medications are economical, effective tools to treat pigs faster when delivered using correct mixing protocols and a quality water source. What should you keep in mind when developing your water-soluble medication treatment strategy?

Cleanliness matters

How can you save time and money without cutting corners or getting less than ideal results? Clean water lines improve the efficacy of water-administered medication. Here’s how it works.

Troubleshooting your water-soluble medications for pigs

Have you had a bad experience with water-soluble medications? Did you have a hard time getting medication to dissolve, or did you get poor results?

Don’t let a bad experience turn you off of the convenience and effectiveness of water-soluble medications. Read through our troubleshooting guide or reach out to us with questions.

 

A dose of water-soluble medication contains more water than medication. While the medication addresses a specific challenge, the water is the tool that delivers the dose to the pig.

Water quality and cleanliness are essential for effective delivery of medications and a key to solving the challenge and getting your money’s worth from the product.

Water-soluble medications such as Aivlosin® Water Soluble Granules (62.5% w/w Tylvalosin as Tylvalosin Tartrate) check a lot of boxes compared to other medications:

  • Faster and easier than in-feed or injectable medications
  • Require less time and labor to administer to groups of swine in buildings than other methods
  • Effective, making them a judicious use of antibiotics

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