Antibiotic prophylaxis

Antibiotic prophylaxis refers to, for humans, the prevention of infection complications using antimicrobial therapy (most commonly antibiotics). Antibiotic prophylaxis in domestic animal feed mixes has been employed in America since at least 1970.[1]

  1. ^ Weichenthal, B. A.; Russell, H. G. (1970). "Beef cattle feeding suggestions". Circular (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Cooperative Extension Service) 1025. hdl:2142/28536.