Vol. 10, Special Issue 8 (2021)

Author(s):
Anwesha Roy, Subal Kumar Ghosh, Hauzoukim, Sagarika Swain, Koyel Bhattacharya, Debopriyo Mukherjii and Avisek Bardhan

Abstract:
This study provides a quick overview of different drugs and chemicals commonly used in aquaculture sector for treatment and prevention of different diseases. Different types of water/soil treatment products, disinfectants, therapeutants, anaesthetics, feed additives, growth stimulants, vaccines, probiotics and other products are highlighted, as well as their commercial availability and dose recommendations. The present review on the availability and route of administration of chemicals or medications used in fish and shellfish farming has summarised. The emphasis is on providing a clear image of all approved treatments, as well as their suggested dose and dosages, in order to prevent fish farms for facing loss due to disease outbreaks or poor water and soil quality management.