Bactericidal, protozoacidal, and algicidal efficacy of Sanodrink: a complete water sanitizer in poultry farm

Abstract

Introduction and Aim: The growth in poultry industries due to increasing demand for meat and egg production has set off the establishment of various poultry farms on a commercial basis. But with an increase in demand for production from poultry farms, the need for maintenance of a healthy and clean environment has also become a necessity for disease free and quality production. As these pose a greater challenge in the production management, the development of a versatile compound that could be beneficial in overcoming all the microbial challenges faced in a poultry farm is also necessary. Materials and Methods: Sanodrink is a complete water sanitizer that is a highly effective bactericidal, protozoacidal and algicidal agent which could be used for the drinking water storage tanks of poultry farm. It is effective in killing all the commonly encountered microbes like E. coli, Giardia spp. etc., and algae that are commonly found in the poultry farm water tank. Results: It contains quaternary ammonium compounds which are microbicidal and potent inhibitors of both pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacterial, algal, and protozoal growth and survival. Quaternary ammoniums are also good surfactants as they lower the superficial tension of water. Furthermore, Sanodrink maintains its action in hard water also and in the presence of organic matter. Conclusion: Our present study aims at evaluating the microbicidal efficacy of Sanodrink as a water sanitizer that can be used at poultry farms.