Classification of fish medicines

Drugs are usually classified according to their pharmacological effects. However, because the pharmacological research of fish drugs is not sufficient, they are basically classified according to the purpose of use.

1. Drugs used to improve the environment of aquaculture waters include site modifiers, water quality modifiers and ecological condition modifiers. For example, Yu Baokang 2. Disinfectants are drugs used to kill microorganisms (including protozoa) in water.

3. Antibacterial drugs refer to drugs that kill or inhibit the reproduction and growth of microorganisms in the body by oral administration or injection. Include antiviral drugs, antibacterial drugs, antifungal drugs and the like.

4. Insecticides and insect repellents refer to drugs that kill or repel parasites in vitro or in vivo through medicated bath or oral administration, as well as drugs that kill harmful invertebrates in water. Include anti-worm drugs, anti-worm drugs and anti-crustacean drugs.

5. Metabolic improvement and enhancement drugs refer to drugs used for the purpose of improving the metabolism, enhancing physical fitness, rehabilitation and promoting growth of breeding objects. Usually used as bait additive.

6. Chinese herbal medicine refers to processed or unprocessed medicinal plants for the purpose of preventing and treating aquatic animal and plant diseases or improving the health of breeding objects, also known as natural medicines. For example: water-herbs

7. Biological products Drugs made by biochemistry or biotechnology usually have special functions. Include vaccines, immune activators, certain hormones, biological water purifying agents, etc.

8. Other drugs include antioxidants, anesthetics, fungicides, synergists, etc. Used as an adjuvant therapeutic agent.

Fish medicines are classified for convenience. In fact, some drugs have many functions, such as lime, which can not only improve the environment, but also disinfect. Some commercially available drugs can have antibacterial and health care functions after scientific compatibility. With the progress of medical science and technology, the classification will probably change reasonably.