Brand Names:
Turbosole


Drug Type: Antiprotozoal, Antibiotic

Ronidazole

Ronidazole is a nitroimidazole antibiotic/antiprotozoal drug used to treat hexamitiasis, trichominasis, and giardiasis. It comes from the same family as metronidazole, however is much more effective than metronidazole in treating canker.

Ronidazole is considered to be possibly carcinogenic.

Note: The FDA prohibits its use in food animals in the United States. Human contact should be minimized (always wear gloves).

Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only. Poultry caregivers are responsible for consulting product labels, veterinary guidance, and applicable regulations before use.
  • 6-10 mg/kg PO q24h for 6-10 days (B Speer 2016)
  • Cimetidine, and Ketoconazole decrease the metabolism of Ronidazole, and could increase the incidence of neurotoxicity.
  • Ronidazole should not be used with Oxytetracyclines, Phenobarbital, Rifampin, or Phenytoin. These drugs either antagonize or increase the metabolism of Ronidazole.