BEYOND ANTIBIOTICS - WHAT ELSE CAN WE Do?

摘要

A variety of non-antibiotic measures are frequently used in cows with clinical mastitis in conjunction with or in place of antibiotic therapy. Fluids and electrolytes are administered to combat circulatory changes and electrolyte disturbances. Steroidal and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents are used to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. Oxytocin administration and frequent milk-out are used to promote milk ejection and removal of secretions. Concern about antibiotic residues in milk and frustration over poor cure rates associated with traditional mastitis treatments have prompted dairy producers and veterinarians to try many other systemic and local measures, most of which have not been scientifically evaluated. This paper will review published data for the best-documented non-antibiotic treatment practices and discuss potential uses and limitations.