Quite often, in order to restore normal digestion in cattle, the use of probiotics is required.
The drug Laktobifadol, which contributes to the normalization of the microflora of scars and the intestines, enjoys high efficiency and popularity among farmers.
In our article we will tell you what this probiotic is and provide instructions for its use.
Composition and release form
The preparation contains live acidophilic bifidobacteria, which are pre-dried using the sorption method using plant carrier. 1 g contains living cells of bifidobacteria (about 80 million) and lactobacteria (about 1 million).
Important! Dissolve Lactobifadol can not be in a hot liquid, because the bacteria contained in it will die. Use water or milk at room temperature.
In addition, the composition is characterized by the presence of elements of the culture medium and waste products: essential amino acids, organic acids, vitamins, trace elements, prebiotic components that are necessary to ensure rapid adaptation of bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract of animals and high efficiency of probiotic. 
The composition of Lactobifadol does not include genetically modified microorganisms, antibiotics, hormones, and other growth stimulants that are forbidden to be used for the production of environmentally friendly animal products.
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Release form: Initially, the preparation in the form of a homogeneous free-flowing powder is packed in a plastic bag of 50 g, which is then placed in a secondary packaging made of cardboard. Packages of 0.1 kg, 0.5 kg and 1 kg are not packaged in a secondary container. Each packaging unit contains instructions for use.
Pharmacological properties
Lactobifadol has the following pharmacological properties:
- helps to increase the immunity and resistance of the body;
- due to its effects, the intestinal tract is colonized by normal microflora, which prevents the development of harmful bacteria;
- helps to restore normal microbiocenosis of the skin and open cavity, has a positive effect on the urogenital system;
- helps to restore appetite, improves digestion after past diseases, use of antibiotics;
- as a result of its reception, growth, state of health and development of cattle are improved;
- helps to improve the condition of the skin and coat;
- normalizes metabolism, assists in the assimilation of macro- and microelements of feed mixtures;
- helps to improve calcium-phosphorus metabolism, the structure of the backbone and articular cartilage;
- is the prevention of obesity, normalizes the weight of the animal.
Did you know? For half a minute of chewing food the cow makes about 90 movements of the jaws.
Dosage, instructions for use
Consider how and in what dosage it is necessary to give the drug to animals, depending on age.
- Calves A single dose is 0.1-0.2 g / kg. It is necessary to give the medicine 2 times a day, after having dissolved it in milk or colostrum. Reception of Laktobifadol is necessary for calves in order to ensure the functioning of normal microflora in the intestine immediately after birth, and then to improve the digestibility of feed.
- Cows A single dose is 1 tablespoon per individual. The medicine should be given in the morning, mixing it with compound feed or concentrate. Probiotic helps stimulate digestion and also improves microbial composition. As a result of the increased nutritional value of the feed, the productivity indicator also grows.
- Bulls. For 10 days it is necessary to give 1 tablespoon, combining the medicine with the feed, twice a day. Then the dosage is reduced to 1 tablespoon, which is given to the animal 1 time per day. The use of the drug allows you to displace opportunistic microflora, stimulate digestion, improve the general condition of the animal and improve the quality of sperm.
The drug can be used for therapeutic purposes, if there are symptoms of diarrhea, antibiotic treatment is carried out, there are worms, during surgical interventions. In such cases, it is recommended to give the animals 0.2-0.4 g / kg every day until normal digestion is restored (approximately 7-10 days).
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Personal Care at Work
The basic rules for working with the drug include:
- during work it is forbidden to eat, drink liquids, smoke; all manipulations should be carried out with gloves, despite the fact that the drug is not harmful to humans for toxicity;
- after completing work with the medicine, hands should be thoroughly washed using soap;
- if the drug got on the skin or mucous membrane, you should immediately wash it off under tap water.
Contraindications
There are no contraindications to the use of the drug, but sometimes individual intolerance can be observed. It is not recommended to combine medication with oral administration of antibiotics, as well as in situations where other chemotherapeutic agents are used.
Important! In the first days of reception, the nature of the chair may change - do not be afraid of this. This symptom speaks of the adaptation of the organism to the drug, after a few days the work of the intestines returns to normal.
Shelf life and storage conditions
Sealed bags of the drug can be stored for 1 year in a dark dry room with an air temperature of + 2-10 ° C. During transportation, the air temperature should not exceed +25 ° C, the maximum transportation time is 15 days.
Analogs
The drug Laktobifabol has no analogues, but in the absence of such a drug, you can use similar in composition and action, namely:
- Olin. As a preventive measure, it is worth giving 3 g per calf for 2 months. If therapy is necessary, the daily dose is 15 g per individual. The drug should be dissolved in water or add it to milk.
- Bioximine. Calves should be given 5-10 g per day for 1-4 weeks, for adults - 15 g per day for 1-2 months.
- Bacelle Calves gradually increase the daily dosage from 10 g per individual to 25 g. Bulls-manufacturers are recommended to give 50 g per day, and cows during the lactation period - 50-60 g per day.
Did you know? Man began to domesticate the cow about 8 thousand years ago.The drug Lacobifadol is the most effective probiotic with an affordable price. Its periodic use will help maintain the good condition of animals and improve their performance.
