Drug Research Information Bulletin - Efficacy of AQUI-S®: Group Sedation vs. Individual Sedation

AQUI-S® (50% isoeugenol) is a candidate for U.S. Food and Drug Administration Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) approval for use as a zero-withdrawal anesthetic in aquaculture and fisheries management to sedate all freshwater finfish for management and handling purposes. As such, fish treated with AQUI-S® could be stocked, released, or harvested immediately following recovery from treatment.

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Daniel Carty
James Bowker
Molly P. Bowman
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Healthy fisheries are core to the conservation work of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. We are working with partners to protect and enhance the health of fish and other aquatic animals in aquaculture and in the wild.
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Healthy fisheries and waters are the foundation of America’s outdoor traditions and give us the freedom to fish, boat, and enjoy the benefits of outdoor recreation. The Fish and Aquatic Conservation programs work with states, tribes, and communities to provide a comprehensive approach to freshwater...
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Aquaculture
Research
Fishes
Animal health