Pilgrim's Pride Corp has recalled approximately 630,000 pounds of Pilgrim's Pride Breeder - Lay with Aureomycin (CTC) Chicken Feed. The product was found to contain the antibiotic Chlortetracycline Aureomycin (CTC) despite being incorrectly labeled as containing a different medication, Tylosin. This recall was initiated after the labeling error was discovered, affecting distribution in Texas since late 2008.
Using a feed with the incorrect medication can lead to improper treatment of livestock. While the risk is classified as low, administering the wrong antibiotic could result in ineffective disease management for the birds or unexpected medication levels.
Veterinary product labeling error remedy.
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