Storage and handling
Store below 25°C (77°F), excursions permitted to 37°C (99°F). Keep bag tightly closed.
Deccox
- Manufacturer
- Phibro Animal Health
- Effective date
- 2026-02-24
- Label type
- OTC TYPE A MEDICATED ARTICLE ANIMAL DRUG LABEL
- Version
- 8
- Source
- full-release
- Hydrated at
- 2026-06-01 02:46:30
Label at a glance#
ProductDeccox
Active ingredientDECOQUINATE
Label structure12 sections
Contacts and useful links#
Websitewww.pahc.com
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www.fda.gov/reportanimalaeLabel contents#
Full prescribing information#
Deccox
(Decoquinate Type A Medicated Article)
Coccidiostat
Active ingredient
Decoquinate................................................................................................................. 6% (27.2 g/lb)
Ingredients
Corn meal, soybean oil, lecithin and silicon dioxide
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Must be mixed with feed ingredients before feeding. Do not use in feeds containing bentonite. Mixing and conveying equipment should be properly grounded.
Cattle
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Indications for Use:
For the prevention of coccidiosis in ruminating and non-ruminating calves (including veal calves) and cattle caused byEimeria bovis and E. zuernii.
Thoroughly mix Deccox into the ration at a rate to provide 22.7 mg decoquinate per 100lbs (0.5 mg per kg) of body weight per day. Feed for at least 28 days during periods of coccidiosis exposure or when experience indicates that coccidiosis is likely to be a hazard. Coccidiostats are not indicated for use in adult animals due to continuous previous exposure.
- 1. For Supplements or Topdress
- a. Type B Medicated Feed
| lbs Deccox per ton of Supplement | Decoquinate Levels | Daily Feeding Rate per Head | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| g/ton | % | mg/lb | ||
| 167 | 4,542 | 0.5 | 2271 | *(See footnote) |
*The Type B medicated feed must be mixed with feed ingredients at the rate of 1 part Type B medicated feed with 9 parts feed ingredients.
b. Liquid - Type B Medicated Feed
(1)Add the appropriate amount of Deccox to liquid supplement to provide the proper decoquinate level per head daily (see table below).
(2)The pH of the supplement must be between 5.0 to 6.5.
(3)Supplements must contain a suspending agent to maintain viscosity of not less than 500 centipoises.
| lbs Deccox per ton of Liquid Supplement | Decoquinate Levels | Daily Feeding Rate per Head | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| g/ton | % | mg/lb | ||
| 4.18 | 114 | 0.0125 | 56.8 | 1/10 lb/25 lbs body weight |
| 8.36 | 227 | 0.025 | 113.5 | 1/10 lb/50 lbs body weight |
| 16.7 | 454 | 0.05 | 227.0 | 1/10 lb/100 lbs body weight |
c .Type C Medicated Feed
The table below shows the amount of Deccox required per ton of supplement to provide proper decoquinate levels per head daily
| lbs Deccox per ton of Feed | Decoquinate Levels | Daily Feeding Rate per Head | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| g/ton | % | mg/lb | ||
| 16.7 | 454 | 0.05 | 227 | 1/10 lb/100 lbs body weight |
| 33.4 | 908 | 0.1 | 454 | 1/10 lb/200 lbs body weight |
| 41.75 | 1,136 | 0.125 | 568 | 1/10 lb/250 lbs body weight |
2. For Complete Ration - Type C Medicated Feed
The table below shows the amount of Deccox required per ton of complete feed to provide proper decoquinate levels daily for animals weighing an average of 600 pounds.
| lbs Deccox per ton of Feed | Decoquinate Levels | Daily FeedingRate per Head | ||
| g/ton | % | mg/lb | ||
| 0.5 | 13.6 | 0.0015 | 6.8 | 20 lbs |
| 0.7 | 19.0 | 0.0021 | 9.5 | 14.3 lbs |
| 1.0 | 27.2 | 0.0030 | 13.6 | 10 lbs |
The following formula can be used to calculate the amount of Deccox (6% decoquinate) to be included in one ton of feed to provide the daily dosage of 22.7 mg decoquinate per 100 lbs body weight.
| Avg. Weight of Individual Animal to be Medicated | × 454 | = | lbs Deccox to be added per ton feed |
| Avg. Pounds of Medicated Feed per Animal, per Day | × 27,200 |
Mix Deccox in a ratio of 1:9 with ground feed ingredients prior to adding it to the mixer.
WITHDRAWAL PERIODS AND RESIDUE WARNINGS
No withdrawal period is required when used according to labeling. Do not feed to cows producing milk for human consumption
Sheep
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
For Complete Ration - Type C Medicated Feed
For the prevention of coccidiosis in young sheep caused by Eimeria ovinoidalis, E. crandallis, E. parva, and E. bakuensis.
Thoroughly mix Deccox into the ration at a rate to provide 22.7 mg decoquinate per 100 lbs (0.5 mg per kg) of body weight per day. Feed for at least 28 days during periods of coccidiosis exposure or when experience indicates that coccidiosis is likely to be a hazard.
| Sheep Body Weight in lbs | lbs Deccox per ton of Feed | Decoquinate Levels | Daily Feeding Rate per Head | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| g/ton | % | mg/lb | |||
| 30 | 0.5 | 13.6 | 0.0015 | 6.8 | 1.0 lbs |
| 60 | 0.5 | 13.6 | 0.0015 | 6.8 | 2.0 lbs |
| 90 | 0.5 | 13.6 | 0.0015 | 6.8 | 3.0 lbs |
WITHDRAWAL PERIODS AND RESIDUE WARNINGS
No withdrawal period is required when used according to labeling. Do not feed to sheep producing milk for human consumption
Chickens
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
For Complete Ration - Type C Medicated Feed
For the prevention of coccidiosis in broiler chickens - caused by Eimeria tenella, E. necatrix, E. acervulina, E. mivati, E. maxima, and E. brunetti.
Thoroughly mix one (1) pound of Deccox in each ton of complete ration and feed continuously
WITHDRAWAL PERIODS AND RESIDUE WARNINGS
No withdrawal period is required when used according to labeling. Do not feed to laying hens producing eggs for human consumption
Goats
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
For Complete Ration - Type C Medicated Feed
For the prevention of coccidiosis in young goats caused by Eimeria christenseni and E. ninakohlyakimovae.
Thoroughly mix Deccox into the ration at a rate to provide 22.7 mg decoquinate per 100 lbs (0.5 mg per kg) of body weight per day. Feed for at least 28 days during periods of coccidiosis exposure or when experience indicates that coccidiosis is likely to be a hazard.
| Goats Body Weight in lbs | lbs Deccox per ton of Feed | Decoquinate Levels | Daily Feeding Rate per Head | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| g/ton | % | mg/lb | |||
| 30 | 0.5 | 13.6 | 0.0015 | 6.8 | 1.0 lbs |
WITHDRAWAL PERIOD AND RESIDUE WARNINGS
No withdrawal period is required when used according to labeling. Do not feed to goats producing milk for human consumption
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Restricted Drug (California) - Use only as directed. Not for human use.
Approved by FDA under NADA # 039-417
Storage
Store below 25°C (77°F), excursions permitted to 37°C (99°F). Keep bag tightly closed.
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Questions/Comments? For technical assistance or to obtain a Safety Data Sheet(s), contact Phibro Animal
Health at 888-403-0074 or www.pahc.com. To report side effects, contact Phibro Animal Health Corporation at
1-888-475-7355. For additional information about reporting side effects for animal drugs, contact FDA at
1-888-FDA-VETS or www.fda.gov/reportanimalae
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Distributed by:
Phibro Animal Health Corporation
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Net Wt 50 LB (22.68 kg)
176-9016-02
Deccox
Deccox Label
DailyMed Package Descriptions#
| Package NDC | Product | Description | Form | Quantity | Strength | SPL version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66104-6825-0 | Deccox | 22.68 kg in 1 BAG | GRANULE | 22.68 | 8 |
Products#
Every source-derived product name is available through these pages.
- Deccox
- Decoquinate
NDC Codes#
| Product NDC | Package NDC |
|---|---|
| 66104-6825 | 66104-6825-0 |
Ingredients#
Every source-derived ingredient row is available through these pages.
| Name | UNII | Kind |
|---|---|---|
| DECOQUINATE | 534I52PVWH | ACTIB |
Source Document#
Older Hydrated Versions#
| Version | Effective date | Source | Hydrated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 2026-01-19 | monthly-update | 2026-06-03 17:49:28 |
Reported adverse events (FAERS/openFDA)#
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