Recommended Usage
Applicable recommendations for the Early Bird original
anti-parasitic formula with respect to Haemonchus contortus

Flexible Utility

Low Shedders

The original anti-parasitic formula can be used for herds, or individuals, with low eggs per gram in order to prevent the current parasite population from growing over time.
This is especially useful when anticipating a period of stress or added physical demands since Haemonchus contortus will typically take advantage of temporary immunosuppression.

Moderate Shedders

This can be used for herds or individuals with moderate eggs per gram, when using traditional dewormers may not be warranted, and the risk of dewormer resistance doesn't outweigh the benefits of deworming.
It may also be useful for animals with borderline egg counts where pregnant animals are present and delaying the usage of traditional dewormers may be beneficial for fetal health.

High Shedders

This can be used for animals with high eggs per gram in conjunction with traditional dewormers in order to gain faster control over the parasites, to hasten recovery, to minimize loss of body condition, minimize anemia, and resolve diarrhea.
It can also be used to reduce transmission of parasites from high shedders to low shedders.

Frequency of Usage

Because each treatment is a two-week period, this product is different than the traditional dewormer. We recommend using it no more frequently than once a month. In trials, usage more frequent than this resulted in mild constipation and abdominal cramps.
For low shedders, one two-week treatment semi-annually is recommended.
For moderate shedders, one two-week treatment quarterly is recommended.
For high shedders, one treatment monthly, or every other month, is recommended, until fecal egg counts and clinical signs resolve.

Storage

This comes in heat-sealed pouches with dessicant packets.
This should be stored in a cool, dark area secured against rodents.
This should be used within six months of purchase.
It may also be useful for animals with borderline egg counts where pregnant animals are present and delaying the usage of traditional dewormers may be beneficial for fetal health.