SOI. Misbranding of Avirem Poultry Remedy. V. S. v. 6 Gallon Bottles and 42
Quart Bottles of Avirem The Food Value Poultry Remedy. Default de-
cree of condemnation and destruction. (F. D. C. No. 1926. Sample No.
15575-E.)
The labeling of this product bore false and misleading representations re-
garding its efficacy in the conditions indicated below and failed to declare
the quantity or proportion of alcohol contained in the article.
On May 8, 1940, the United States attorney for the Southern District of
Iowa filed a libel against 6 gallon bottles and 42 quart bottles of the above-
named product at Wilton Junction, Iowa, alleging that the article had been
shipped on or about January 6, 1940, by the Livestock Products Distributors,
Kewanee, 111.; and charging that it was misbranded.
Analysis showed that the article consisted essentially of dextrose, small
proportions of magnesium sulfate, sodium hydroxide, sodium chloride, extracts
of plant drugs including emodin-bearing drugs such as cascara sagrada, nux
vomica, alcohol (3.9 percent by volume), and water.
The article was alleged to be misbranded in that the following statements
appearing in the labeling were false and misleading, since they represented that
the article was efficacious for the purposes recommended; whereas it was not
efficacious for such purposes: "Rich in Dextrose * * * The Food Value
Poultry Remedy * * * Indicated in the treatment of Coccidiosis, Cholera,
Typhoid and other Intestinal Infections * * * Daily use in water will
help to prevent disease and keep poultry healthy. * * * for preventive pur-
poses and to build resistance. Should intestinal disturbance occur the pro-
portions should be increased to two tablespoonfuls to the gallon, reducing the
proportions when conditions are again favorable; Coccidiosis and Other In-
testinal Disorders * * * In severe cases * * * After conditions have
returned to normal it is recommended to use one tablespoonful of Avirem to the
gallon of drinking water daily for preventative purposes; Worms-To build re-
sistance and minimize worm infestation use Avirem in the drinking water con-
stantly. * * *; Respiratory Diseases * * * In severe cases * * *
Avirem should be used regularly, one tablespoonful to the gallon of drinking
water during the fall and winter as a preventative treatment; Blackhead-
Noticeably sick birds * * * continuous use of Avirem in the drinking water
the sick birds * * * It is still worth remembering that an ounce of pre-
vention is worth a pound of cure. When droopiness or loss of color or appetite
are noticed in poultry of any age it is a danger sign. Separate unthrifty
birds from the flock for special treatment, and also feed Avirem to those re-
maining to prevent trouble. Avirem is a proven remedy with a food value
induced by the dextrose content, insuring a quick pick-up and sustained
resistance by its daily use in the drinking water. Avirem will help your
laying program.   Increased production has been noticed by users everywhere."
On November 20, 1940, no claimant having appeared, judgment of con-
demnation was entered and the product was ordered destroyed.