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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 makes it possible to smooth out errors in cattle feeding, since it is difficult to control each individual on a large farm. Also, the probiotic helps maintain the microflora of the digestive system of cattle after antibiotic treatment. Lactobifadol is often used as a prophylactic agent for highly productive animals experiencing digestive problems due to the high load on the body.
Pros and cons of using Lactobifadol for cattle
Lactobifadol helps to 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 using the product while maintaining the quality of milk;
- reduces the negative consequences of various stresses, a sharp change in diet, unsanitary conditions in the barn;
- reduces the effect of toxins when fed with poor quality feed;
- stimulates digestion in the rumen;
- helps to alleviate the condition of the cow with atony and other pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract;
- improves the metabolic processes of cattle;
- stimulates reproductive function;
- reduces the excretion of pathogenic microorganisms in feces;
- contributes to the correct formation of the fetus;
- serves for the prevention of diseases of the mammary gland in cows.
When using Lactobifadol, bulls-producers note the restoration of digestion, the immune system, and an increase in the quality of sperm.
Using the drug for calves, we observe a rapid colonization of the baby's gastrointestinal tract with normal microflora, a decrease in morbidity up to 65%, preservation of young animals up to 15%, improved digestion, good appetite, an increase in daily growth, and resistance to stress.
The disadvantages of using Lactobifadol include individual intolerance to the drug by some animals, inaccuracies in dosage, the combination of taking a probiotic with antibiotics and chemotherapeutic agents. In addition, the shelf life and storage conditions should be monitored before use.
Composition and pharmacological action
The mechanism of action of the probiotic is based on the replacement of pathogenic microorganisms and the creation of favorable conditions for good digestion. Lactobifadol helps to increase the resistance of the cattle organism, the formation of immunity, the improvement of the condition of the skin and wool, helps to assimilate micro- and macroelements in feed mixtures, improves the exchange of calcium and phosphorus, the structure of the skeleton and cartilage, is the prevention of obesity.
Lactobifadol contains strains of microorganisms that make up the normal microflora of cattle. Live bifidobacteria are first dried by the sorption method using plant components. 1 g of the product contains about 80 million bifidobacteria, about 1 million lactobacilli. It also contains amino acids, organic acids, vitamins, mineral supplements and probiotics, which are necessary for the adaptation of bacteria in the digestive environment of cattle. It should be noted that Lactobifadol does not contain GMOs, antibiotics, hormones, and various growth stimulants.
Lactobifadol is available in powder form, packed in 50 g bags and in a cardboard box. There are also packages of 0.1, 0.5 and 1 kg.
Indications for the use of Lactobifadol for cattle
The probiotic is used when the following pathologies occur in the body of cattle:
- dysbiosis, constipation, diarrhea;
- digestive problems;
- various pathologies of the proventriculus, intestines, liver;
- violation of metabolic processes;
- weakened immunity;
- problems with the skin and hair of the animal;
- periods of pregnancy and calving;
- weak lactation;
- agalactia or decreased milk production;
- the period after helminthization of the animal;
- antibiotic treatment.
It is useful to give lactobifadol to cattle as a prophylaxis for dysbacteriosis, to increase the average daily weight gain in young animals, with vitamin deficiencies, changing the feed base, poisoning, and intoxication of the body.
Instructions for the use of Lactobifadol for cattle
The probiotic intake 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. At the same time, the intestinal microflora is formed within a week, and further the digestion of feed improves.
For fattening young animals, a probiotic is given twice a day for 1 tbsp. l. per individual. As a result of the application, the assimilation of protein improves, thereby increasing daily weight gain, 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 mixed feed or concentrates, 1 tbsp each. l. for one individual. This will improve rumen digestion, 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 it is reduced to 1 time per day. The drug helps to improve digestion and sperm quality.
When using the drug, you must follow the rules of personal hygiene, which are provided by the manufacturer. When working with Lactobifadol, do not smoke or eat. After applying the powder, wash your hands with soap and water. In case of contact with mucous membranes, rinse them with running water.
Contraindications and side effects
There were no contraindications to the use of Lactobifadol, however, some cattle have individual intolerance to the drug. Also, side effects and overdose were not 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 for the treatment of many diseases and for the prevention of pathologies. The drug is a free-flowing powder and is easy to use. Lactobifazole is highly effective and has long been popular with pastoralists. In addition, the drug is an environmentally friendly product.
