Med. Weter. 82 (1), 7-13, 2026
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| JAGODA JELENIEWSKA, JULIA MOTŁAWSKA, OLIWIA BŁASZKIEWICZ, JĘDRZEJ M. JAŚKOWSKI |
| Modern needle-free systems for livestock drug administration |
| Needle-free drug delivery systems are a modern method of administering medications without the use of needles. These systems enable rapid and effective drug delivery, minimizing pain and enhancing both the safety and efficiency of treatment. Although their implementation may require initial investment from producers, needle-free technologies address many of the limitations associated with conventional injection methods, offering a safer, more cost-effective, and versatile alternative. Recent studies have shown that needle-free injection systems are as effective as traditional methods for animal vaccination. Furthermore, these systems may allow for reduced vaccine dosages without compromising immunological effectiveness. While needle-free systems do not directly reduce the use of antibiotics in livestock production, they may indirectly support this goal by facilitating broader vaccine coverage and improving the effectiveness of disease prevention. Their use also simplifies aspects of workplace safety and hygiene, for example by removing the need to handle needles. |
| Keywords: needle-free drug delivery, animal welfare, injection site lesions, carcass quality |