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METHODS OF DRUG ADMINISTRATION IN DISEASED POULTRY
Commonly used drugs include – antibiotics, anticoccidial, growth promoters

In Drinking Water :
ADVANTAGES > there is no delay in administration or withdrawal. Birds may continue to drink when sick and “off feed”.There is prompt absorption and is also very convenient to use.

Topical Spray or Dust : ( for Ectoparasites) 

Egg Dipping: Must be done at the hatchery under controlled conditions. Usually results in reduced hatchability or fertility (e.g. antibiotics to control egg transmissible diseases such as mycoplasma.

Individual Bird Injection : necessary in severe disease or when drug of choice is non-absorbable (e.g. antibiotics). It is also labour intensive and time consuming

In Feed: Often used in preventive or long-term medication. Must be done when mixing feed and requires planning so that delivery and storage on the farm does not delay treatment.

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