Veterinarian Resources

Each indication for AQUAFLOR^® (florfenicol) type A medicated feed article is backed by extensive research. Learn more about AQUAFLOR, issuing VFDs, extra label drug use in medicated feeds, and more below.

Information on Veterinary Feed Directives (VFDs)

VFD Example for Extra Label Drug Use Under CPG 615.115

CPG 615.115 Extra Label Use of Medicated Feeds for Minor Species Compliance Policy Guide

VFD Final Rule in the Federal Register

Keep fish strong during an outbreak.

AQUAFLOR is indicated for use in all freshwater-reared finfish.

AquaBulletins

Determining Antimicrobial MICs Against Aquaculture Pathogens Using Sensititre® Plates

Author: Dr. Patricia S. Gaunt, DVM, PhD, DABVT

Stability of AQUAFLOR® (florfenicol) in Pelleted Feeds for Catfish and Salmonids

Feed Deprivation Increases the Susceptibility of Channel Catfish to Columnaris Disease

Author: Craig Shoemaker, Phil Klesius, Chhorn Lim

Antimicrobial Best Use Practices in Catfish Production: Maximizing Effectiveness and Minimizing Bacterial Resistance Development

Authors: Dr. Timothy Kniffen, Dr. Patricia Gaunt, & Dr. Julie Bebak-Williams

Palatability and Efficacy of AQUAFLOR® (florfenicol) for Control of Enteric Septicemia of Catfish

Experience with AQUAFLOR® (florfenicol) type A Medicated Article in North Carolina Trout

Author: Skip Thompson

Pharmacokinetics of Florfenicol in Aquatic Species

Single Intravenous and Oral Dose Pharmacokinetics of Florfenicol in the Channel Catfish (Ictalurus punctatus)

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Multidose Pharmacokinetics of Orally Administered Florfenicol in the Channel Catfish (Ictalurus punctatus)

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Determination of Dose Rate of Florfenicol in Feed for Control of Mortality in Channel Catfish Ictalurus punctatus (Rafinesque) Infected with Edwardsiella ictaluri, Etiological Agent of Enteric Septicemia

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Temperature-Dependent Pharmacokinetics of Florfenicol in Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) Following Single Oral and Intravenous Administration

Pharmacokinetics of Florfenicol Administrated to Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) by Oral Gavages and Medicated Feed Routes

Single Dose Pharmacokinetic Study of Florfenicol in Atlantic Salmon (Salvo salar) in Seawater at 11°C

Pharmacokinetics of Florfenicol and its Metabolite Florenicol Amine in Atlantic Salmon

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Pharmacokinetics of Florfenicol in Lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus L.) After a Single Oral Administration

Determination of Dose Rate of Florfenicol in Feed for Control of Mortality in Channel Catfish Ictalurus punctatus (Rafinesque) Infected with Edwardsiella ictaluri, Etiological Agent of Enteric Septicemia

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CAUTION: Federal law restricts medicated feed containing this veterinary feed directive (VFD) drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.