Table 2.
The total volume of antibiotics distributed in animal farms in Iran in 2010
| Farms | Dosage form of antibiotic | a Number of unite packaging | Mean weight of the packages (g) | Average concentration of the active ingredient (%) | Total active ingredient (kg) | Total (ton) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Livestock |
Injectable |
16970196 (Vial) |
87.7 |
19.1 |
284262.66 |
1199.689 |
| |
bNon Injectable |
100951622 (Pack) |
26.284 |
34.50 |
915427 .28 |
|
|
Poultry |
Water soluble |
1958225 (liter) |
- |
16.4 |
321148 |
607.206 |
| |
Sachet |
1030530 (Pack) |
1920.1 |
14.45 |
286059 |
|
| Total | 1806.896 |
aInformation was provided by veterinary organization of Iran.
bIncluded different forms; soluble, pills, powder and bolus.