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Lactofifadol for cattle is a probiotic that is used to restore microflora and digestion in animals. In cattle breeding, the drug is used for all ages and sex groups of animals. Lactobifadol allows you to smooth out errors in feeding cattle, since in a large farm it is difficult to control each individual. The probiotic also helps maintain the microflora of the cattle digestive system after antibiotic treatment. Lactobifadol is often used as a prophylactic for highly productive animals experiencing digestive problems due to the heavy load on the body.
Pros and cons of using Lactobifadol for cattle
Lactobifadol helps solve a number of problems associated with feeding, keeping and treating cows:
- increases milk productivity by more than 15%, starting from the fifth day of use of the product while maintaining the quality of milk;
- reduces the negative consequences of various stresses, sudden changes in diet, unsanitary conditions in the barn;
- reduces the impact of toxins when poor quality feed is supplied;
- stimulates digestion in the rumen;
- helps alleviate the condition of the cow with atony and other gastrointestinal pathologies;
- improves cattle metabolic processes;
- stimulates reproductive function;
- reduces the release of pathogenic microorganisms in feces;
- promotes proper fetal formation;
- serves as a prevention of mammary gland diseases in cows.
When using Lactobifadol, bulls are noted to have restored digestion, the immune system, and improved sperm quality.
When using the drug for calves, they observe the rapid colonization of the baby’s gastrointestinal tract with normal microflora, a decrease in morbidity by up to 65%, safety of young animals by up to 15%, improved digestion, good appetite, increased daily growth, and resistance to stress.
The disadvantages of using Lactobifadol include individual intolerance to the drug by some animals, errors in dosage, and the combination of taking probiotics with antibiotics and chemotherapeutic agents. In addition, the expiration date and storage conditions should be checked before use.
Composition and pharmacological action
The mechanism of action of the probiotic is based on replacing pathogenic microorganisms and creating favorable conditions for good digestion. Lactobifadol helps to increase the body's resistance in cattle, build immunity, improve the condition of the skin and coat, helps absorb micro- and macroelements in feed mixtures, improves the metabolism of calcium and phosphorus, the structure of bones and cartilage, and prevents obesity.
Lactobifadol contains strains of microorganisms that constitute the normal microflora of cattle. Live bifidobacteria are first dried by the sorption method using plant components.1 g of product contains about 80 million bifidobacteria, about 1 million lactobacilli. The composition also includes amino acids, organic acids, vitamins, mineral supplements and probiotics, which are necessary for the adaptation of bacteria in the digestive environment of cattle. It is worth noting that Lactobifadol does not contain GMOs, antibiotics, hormones, or various growth stimulants.
Lactobifadol is produced in powder form, it is packaged in 50 g bags and in cardboard packaging. There are also packages of 0.1, 0.5 and 1 kg.
Indications for use of Lactobifadol for cattle
The probiotic is used when the following pathologies occur in the body of cattle:
- dysbacteriosis, constipation, diarrhea;
- digestive problems;
- various pathologies of the proventriculus, intestines, liver;
- violation of metabolic processes;
- weakened immune system;
- problems with the skin and fur of the animal;
- periods of pregnancy and calving;
- weak lactation;
- agalactia or decreased milk production;
- the period after helminthization of the animal;
- antibiotic treatment.
Lactobifadol is useful to give to cattle as a prophylaxis against dysbacteriosis, to increase the average daily weight gain in young animals, for vitamin deficiencies, changes in feed supply, poisoning, and intoxication of the body.
Instructions for use of Lactobifadol for cattle
Taking a probiotic is recommended for all age groups of cattle, including newborn calves. This contributes to the formation of strong immunity in young animals, and in the future to obtain good productivity.
For calves, a single dose is 0.1-0.2 g per 1 kg of calf weight.Lactobifadol should be given 2 times a day, dissolving it in milk or colostrum. In this case, the intestinal microflora is formed within a week, and subsequently the digestion of feed improves.
For fattening young animals, a probiotic is given twice a day, 1 tbsp. l. per individual. As a result of use, protein absorption improves, thereby increasing daily weight gain and digestion of calves. In addition, the toxicity of feed is reduced.
For cows, it is recommended to give the drug in the morning, mixing it with feed or concentrates, 1 tbsp. l. per one individual. This will improve digestion in the rumen, increase the nutritional value of the feed and increase milk production.
Bulls are given the remedy twice a day for 10 days, 1 tbsp. l. Then reduce to 1 time per day. The drug helps improve digestion and sperm quality.
When using the drug, you must follow the rules of personal hygiene provided by the manufacturer. When working with Lactobifadol, you should not smoke or eat. After using the powder, you must wash your hands with soap. In case of contact with mucous membranes, rinse them with running water.
Contraindications and side effects
No contraindications to the use of Lactobifadol have been found, however, some cattle have individual intolerance to the drug. There are also no side effects or overdose noted.
Conclusion
Lactobifadol for cattle is a useful drug that has a positive effect on digestion, productivity, reproductive function, and the immune system of cows and calves. It is successfully used to treat many diseases and to prevent pathologies.The drug is a free-flowing powder and is easy to use. Lactobifazole is highly effective and has long been popular among cattle breeders. In addition, the drug is an environmentally friendly product.
