One of the popular remedies for the treatment of bacterial diseases in rabbits is Zinaprim.
To understand how to properly use the drug, consider the composition and instructions for use, as well as its analogues.
Zinaprim for rabbits: description
This tool shows good results in the fight against bacteria that are sensitive to the compound trimethoprim-sulfanilamide. It is used to treat various pets. The tool is used for therapy against diseases that affect the stomach, bladder and respiratory tract.
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Composition
The composition includes two main substances:
- sulfametazine;
- trimethoprim.
As well as in other means, there are also additional components:- dextrose;
- lactose;
- silicon dioxide;
- citric acid;
- sodium hydroxide;
- water.
Important! During the treatment of an animal with this drug, it is important to remember that it is quite toxic to humans. Therefore, be sure to comply with the measures of individual protection.
Instructions for use
The tool is produced in the form of injections for injections and powder for oral administration. Consider how to take them and what is the duration of treatment with these drugs.
Injection solution
The bactericidal action of the drug entails the gradual isolation of enzymes in cells affected by microbes, which affects the synthesis of bacteria cells. The drug is endowed with a diverse spectrum of action against a large number of microorganisms, such as Clostridium spp., E. Coli, Salmonella spp., Haemophilus spp., Pasteurella spp., Vibrio spp., Streptococcus spp., Brucella spp and others. 
The dosage is calculated based on the weight of the animal: take 1 ml of the drug per 10 kg of mass. At the beginning of therapy, the calculated dose is administered twice, taking a break between the 12-hour injections. The course of treatment lasts up to 5 days, depending on the condition of the patient on the first day.
Powder for oral therapy
It has an active effect on gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. The tool is used to treat rhinitis, pasteurellosis, pneumonia, enteritis, intestinal coccidiosis in rabbits.
For the treatment of coccidiosis in rabbits use the drug "Solikoks".
At the beginning of treatment, the drug is administered in the proportion of 1 g per 1 liter of water. Then the dosage is reduced by half. Therapy lasts 3 days.
Did you know? In 1927, with the help of rabbit determined the onset of pregnancy in women in the early stages. For this, human blood was injected into animals and their condition was monitored: if the cycle of animals changed, then the test result was positive.
Side effects and contraindications
In case of overdose, intoxication may occur. As a result, kidney problems may begin. To avoid this, the animal is given an antidote. In addition, a long intake can lead to the onset of diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, as well as disruption of the kidneys, problems with appetite and eating disorder. To remove these side effects, you need to stop using Zinaprim. 
Contraindications are individual intolerance and problems with the kidneys and liver in an animal.
Storage conditions
It is recommended to store the medicine in a dry place protected from sunlight. The temperature in it should be in the range of + 5 ... +20 ° С.
Important! Rabbit can be slaughtered for meat only 30 days after the end of therapy with the medication in question.
Analogs of the drug
Despite its popularity, Zinaprima has analogues that can be used if it is not available at the pharmacy. Consider the most popular.
Tolucox
Effective drug against harmful microorganisms. It is produced as a liquid for intravenous administration.
Scheme of action: the active substance reduces the development of bacteria at the cellular level, and this leads to the elimination of the main symptoms of the disease. Course therapy creates immunity to a large number of diseases.
Tolucox treatment has the following features:
- The drug is mixed with water in proportion to the dose of the drug in 0.5 liters of water.
- Animals give this drink 2 days in a row.
- The course is repeated after 5 days.
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Baytril
Another universal remedy with good performance indicators. The main advantage is a fairly diverse range of actions and at the same time seamless portability. 
The medicine is produced in the form of a liquid for injections and has the following features of use:
- Apply 1 time per day.
- The dose is calculated from the mass of the animal.
- Since the injection is quite painful, it is recommended to inject the drug in the area of the withers.
Read how to prick "Baytril" rabbits.
From the foregoing it can be seen that using the proposed drugs can cure a large number of diseases. The main thing is to notice the symptoms in time and not delay the appeal to the veterinarian, and then your pets will always be healthy.
