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The Oxyvit product for bees, the instructions for which contain information on the method of application, is produced by the Russian company API-SAN LLC. The chemical belongs to the category of low-hazard substances in terms of its effects on the human body. Suitable for processing bee hives.
Application in beekeeping
Oxyvit is used to treat foulbrood diseases of bees. The drug is prescribed when symptoms of European and American foulbrood appear. Helps with other bee diseases. The mechanism of action of the antibiotic is aimed at fighting bacterial infection. Vitamin B12 activates protective processes in the bee's body.
Composition, release form
The main active component is oxytetracycline hydrochloride and vitamin B12, the auxiliary element is crystalline glucose.
Oxyvit for bees is produced in the form of a yellow powder with an unpleasant odor. Packaged in sealed sachets of 5 mg.
Pharmacological properties
Main actions of the drug:
- Has a bacteriostatic effect.
- Oxyvit for bees stops the reproduction of gram-negative and gram-positive microorganisms.
Instructions for use
Spring treatment:
- The drug is added to sugar-honey dough (Kandy): 1 g of Oxyvit per 1 kg of Kandy.For one family, ½ kg of complementary food is enough.
- Feeding with a sweet solution: 5 g of medicinal powder is diluted in 50 ml of water at a temperature of + 35 ° C. Then the mixture is poured into 10 liters of sweet solution prepared in advance. The proportions of sugar and water are 1:1.
Summer processing.
- Mixture for spraying bees. For 1 g of chemical substance, 50 ml of water at a temperature of + 35 ° C is required. The powder is stirred until completely dissolved. Afterwards, the resulting mixture is stirred in 200 ml of sugar solution, which is prepared from water and granulated sugar in proportions of 1:4.
- To dust honey insects you will need a mixture: 100 g of powdered sugar and 1 g of Oxyvit. Powdering is carried out evenly. To completely treat one family, you need 6-7 g of powder.
Dosage, rules of use
Oxyvit for bees is used in the form of spraying, feeding, dusting. It is not recommended to combine the procedures with honey pumping. Therapeutic measures are taken after the family is transferred to another, disinfected hive. If possible, the uterus needs to be replaced.
The dosage of Oxyvit for bees is 0.5 g per family of 10 hives. A more effective method is spraying. Mixture consumption – 100 ml per 1 frame. It is advisable to use a fine spray to enhance the effect.
Side effects, contraindications, restrictions on use
When using Oksivit according to the instructions, no negative reactions have been identified. However, 2 weeks before pumping out the honey, treatment with the drug should be stopped.
Shelf life and storage conditions
Long-term storage of Oxyvit for bees is allowed in completely sealed packaging. It is necessary to exclude contact of the drug with food products and feed. Restrict children's access. The room where the medicine is stored should be dark and dry. Optimal temperature range + 5-25 °C.
The period of use specified by the manufacturer is 2 years from the date of manufacture.
Conclusion
Oxyvit for bees, the instructions for which will not allow you to make mistakes in the fight against foulbrood diseases, is an effective remedy. The chemical product has no contraindications. However, it is necessary to use an antibiotic before or after pumping out the honey. When processing insects, do not forget about personal protective equipment.
