##  [Metaphylaxis](/metaphylaxis) 

  ##  [Metaphylaxis](https://health.quantumdictionary.io/metaphylaxis-0) 

  

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Definition

The targeted administration of antimicrobial or antiparasitic agents to a defined group of animals when one or more individuals are clinically affected, with the objective of reducing disease spread and severity within the group by treating both clinical and high‑risk but not yet symptomatic animals.