Chlorine also decreases the oxidation of iron which helps control rust deposits in the watering system. Sanitizers should not be used 48 hours prior to and 24 hours after vaccinating. These concentrations are safe for birds to consume. Prior to water vaccinating, the water lines should be cleaned. After the administration of medication, the lines should be cleaned to remove any residual medication.
Some cleaners are useful in combination with medications to help in delivery.
Ammonia at low levels helps increase the solubility of sulfa drugs. Citric acid helps keep tetracyclines in solution. Citric acid can be mixed at 1 pack per gallon of tetracycline stock solution. Citric acid at a concentration of 1 pack per gallon through a proportioner is useful after the administration of vitamins to decrease residue build up in the lines. Caution should be used when handling hydrogen peroxide since it is corrosive and tissue damaging.