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# Corid

Package insert / prescribing information
Generic name: amprolium solution
Dosage form: FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY

9.6% Oral Solution
Coccidiostat

## INDICATIONS

An aid in the treatment and prevention of coccidiosis caused by Eimeria bovis and E. zurnii in calves. For a satisfactory diagnosis a microscopic examination of the feces should be done before treatment. When treating outbreaks, drug should be administered promptly after diagnosis is determined.

## Corid Dosage and Administration

5-Day Treatment Protocol | 21-Day Prevention Protocol
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Daily Dosage: 10 mg amprolium/kg (10 mg per 2.2 lb body weight) | Daily Dosage: 5 mg amprolium/kg (5 mg per 2.2 lb body weight)

### USE DIRECTIONS

There are 96 mg of amprolium in every 1 mL of Corid 9.6% Solution.

1 fl oz = 29.57 mL |  | 8 fl oz = 1/2 pint (236.56 mL)
1 fl oz = 2 measuring tablespoons |  | 16 fl oz = 1 pint (473.12 mL)

## IN DRINKING WATER

Mix Corid daily with fresh drinking water.

### 5-DAY TREATMENT

Add Corid 9.6% Oral Solution to drinking water at the rate of 16 fl oz/100 gal. At the usual rate of water consumption this will provide an intake of approximately 10 mg amprolium/kg (2.2 lb) body weight. Offer this solution as the only source of water for 5 days. Use on a herd basis only; when one or more calves show signs of coccidiosis, it is likely that the rest of the group has been exposed, and all calves in the group should be treated.

### 21-DAY PREVENTION

During periods of exposure or when experience indicates that coccidiosis is likely to be a hazard, add Corid 9.6% Oral Solution to drinking water at the rate of 8 fl oz/100 gal. At usual rates of water consumption this will provide an intake of approximately 5 mg amprolium/kg (2.2 lb) body weight. Offer this solution as the only source of water for 21 days.

## AS A DRENCH

Corid drench solutions may be stored in a clean, closed, labeled container for up to 3 days.

### 5-DAY TREATMENT

Add 3 fl oz Corid 9.6% Oral Solution to 1 pt of water and, with a dose syringe, give 1 fl oz of this drench solution for each 100 lb (45 kg) body weight. This will provide a dose of approximately 10 mg amprolium/kg (2.2 lb) body weight. Give daily for 5 days. Use on a herd basis only; when one or more calves show signs of coccidiosis, it is likely that the rest of the group has been exposed, and all calves in the group should be treated.

### 21-DAY PREVENTION

During periods of exposure or when experience indicates that coccidiosis is likely to be a hazard, add 1½ fl oz of Corid 9.6% Oral Solution to 1 pt of water and, with a dose syringe, give 1 fl oz of this drench solution for each 100 lb (45 kg) body weight. This will provide a dose of approximately 5 mg amprolium/kg (2.2 lb) body weight. Give daily for 21 days.

## RESIDUE WARNINGS

Withdraw 24 hours before slaughter. A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal.

## Warning

NOT FOR HUMAN USE. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) contains more detailed occupational safety information. To report adverse reactions in users, to obtain more information, or to obtain a MSDS, contact Merial at 1-888-637-4251.

## Precautions

FOR ORAL USE IN ANIMALS ONLY. MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION. For irritation, flush with plenty of water; get medical attention.
Restricted Drug (California) - Use only as directed.

## STORAGE

Store between 5° - 25° C (41° - 77° F) with brief excursions to 40° C.

Benzoic acid 0.1% added as preservative

Technical Assistance: 1-888-637-4251
www.Corid.com

® Corid and the CATTLE HEAD logo are registered trademarks of Merial Limited.

1022-2220-02
Rev. 02-2008

## PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 473 mL Bottle Label

Corid®
(amprolium)

9.6% Oral Solution
Coccidiostat

Product # 66970
Net Contents: 16 oz (473 mL)
Active Ingredient: amprolium.....9.6%
NADA 013-149, Approved by FDA

Distributed By:

Merial Limited
3239 Satellite Blvd.
Duluth, GA 30096-4640, U.S.A.

MERIAL

Corid amprolium solution

Product Information
Product Type | OTC ANIMAL DRUG | Item Code (Source) | NDC:50604-2140
Route of Administration | ORAL | DEA Schedule |

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name | Basis of Strength | Strength
amprolium (amprolium) | amprolium | 96 mg in 1 mL

Packaging
# | Item Code | Package Description
1 | NDC:50604-2140-2 | 473 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
2 | NDC:50604-2140-1 | 3785 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

Marketing Information
Marketing Category | Application Number or Monograph Citation | Marketing Start Date | Marketing End Date
NADA | NADA013149 | 06/01/1962 |

Labeler - Merial Limited (034393582)

Merial Limited

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