Composition
Contains per ml:
Vitamin E, α-tocopherol acetate50 mg
Sodium selenite0.5 mg
Description
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble intracellular antioxidant, involved in stabilising unsaturated fatty acids. The main antioxidant property is preventing the formation of toxic free radicals and oxidation of the unsaturated fatty acids in the body. These free radicals can be formed in periods of disease or stress in the body. Selenium is a component of the enzyme glutathione peroxidase, which plays an important role in the protection of cells by destroying oxidising agents like free radicals and oxidated unsaturated fatty acids.
Indications
Vitamin E deficiencies (like encephalomalacia, muscular dystrophy, exudative diathesis, infertility problems) in calves, sheep, goats and swine.
Prevention of iron-intoxication after administration of iron to piglets.
Contraindications
None.
Side Effects
No undesirable effects are to be expected when the prescribed dosage regimen is followed.
The recommended dosage level has to be followed since overdoses of selenium may result in toxic effects.
Dosage
For intramuscular or subcutaneous administration.
Calves, sheep and goats:
2 ml per 10 kg body weight, repeat after 2 - 3 weeks.
Swine:
1 ml per 10 kg body weight, repeat after 2 - 3 weeks.
Withdrawal Times
None.
