Furaltadone is primarily used as an antimicrobial agent in veterinary medicine, especially in the treatment and prevention of bacterial infections in livestock and poultry. It is effective against a range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, making it useful in controlling enteric infections such as salmonellosis and colibacillosis. Due to its ability to remain active in the gastrointestinal tract, it is often administered orally to treat intestinal infections. However, its use has been banned or restricted in many countries because of concerns over toxic residues and potential carcinogenic effects in humans consuming animal products. As a result, it is no longer approved for use in food-producing animals in regions like the European Union and the United States, though it may still be used in some countries under strict control.