The Impact of Concurrent Gleptoferron and Toltrazuril Injection on Hematological Profile, Health, and Growth in Pre-weaned Piglets

Authors

  • Ida Bagus Komang Ardana Udayana University
  • Anak Agung Gde Jayawardhita Udayana University
  • Anak Agung Gde Oka Dharmayudha Udayana University
  • Anak Agung Sagung Kendran

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24843/ATBES.2024.v08.i03.p10

Keywords:

Gleptoferron, Toltrazuril, Hematological profile, Pre-weaning piglets, coral growth

Abstract

This study sought to assess the effects of simultaneous Gleptoferron and Toltrazuril administration on hematological parameters, health status, and growth performance in pre-weaned piglets. A total of 54 piglets aged 1 to 3 days were randomly allocated into three groups: a control group receiving a placebo injection, a group administered iron (Ferdex), and a group injected with Gleptoferron in conjunction with Toltrazuril (Forceris). Hematological markers, morbidity, mortality, and body weight growth were evaluated during a 20-day duration. The findings indicated that the administration of Gleptoferron and Toltrazuril markedly elevated red blood cell (RBC) counts, hemoglobin concentrations, and hematocrit levels relative to the iron-only group, without an increase in total white blood cell (WBC) counts, suggesting the absence of post-injection infection. Moreover, pigs administered Forceris did not develop hypochromic anemia and had a reduced incidence of diarrhea (6.7%) with no mortality, indicating enhanced gut health and excellent coccidiosis prevention. Significantly, pigs administered Forceris exhibited a weight gain of 9 kg at 20 days of age, in contrast to 7.9 kg in the iron-only cohort. The results indicate that the simultaneous use of Gleptoferron and Toltrazuril provides more advantages in avoiding anemia, improving growth, and fostering better health outcomes in pre-weaned piglets than iron supplementation alone. This efficient and pragmatic approach has significant ramifications for enhancing production in pig breeding operations

Author Biographies

Ida Bagus Komang Ardana, Udayana University

Veterinary Pathology Clinic Laboratory, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Udayana University

Anak Agung Gde Jayawardhita, Udayana University

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Udayana University

Anak Agung Gde Oka Dharmayudha, Udayana University

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Udayana University

Anak Agung Sagung Kendran

Veterinary Pathology Clinic Laboratory, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Udayana University

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Published

2025-04-30

How to Cite

Ardana, I. B. K., Jayawardhita, A. A. G., Dharmayudha, A. A. G. O., & Kendran, A. A. S. (2025). The Impact of Concurrent Gleptoferron and Toltrazuril Injection on Hematological Profile, Health, and Growth in Pre-weaned Piglets. Advances in Tropical Biodiversity and Environmental Sciences, 8(3), 164–170. https://doi.org/10.24843/ATBES.2024.v08.i03.p10