Selenium for kids: instructions for use and composition, dosage and analogues

Selenium is an important trace element in the body of animals. It is involved in metabolism, helps in the absorption of iodine, and normalizes the functioning of the immune system. In the spring and summer, it enters the body of goats with fresh grass. In most regions, the trace element is deficient, so it is injected into the animal's body. The use of "E-selenium" for kids is especially important, as they go through a period of active growth and weight gain.

Composition and release form

Produced in the form of an injection solution. It is supplied as a colorless liquid or with a light yellow tint. Packed in 20, 50 and 100 ml vials. 1 milliliter contains the main ingredients:

sodium selenite - 0.5 milligrams;
vitamin E - 50 milligrams.

Contains excipients:

polyethylene-35-ricinol;
benzyl alcohol;
Water for injection.

Purpose and indications

Prescribed by veterinarians for kids and adults, pregnant and lactating goats with a lack of appropriate vitamins and trace elements in the body, to increase immunity. Vitamin E contributes to the regulation of recovery processes, is involved in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates. The mineral has antioxidant properties. The trace element is involved in the elimination of toxins, improves the performance of the immune system.

Injections are prescribed in the following cases:

under stress;
disturbances in fetal development;
stunting, underweight;
cardiopathy;
traumatic myositis;
prophylactic vaccinations;
deworming;
heavy metal poisoning;
white muscle disease.

Veterinarians prefer to vaccinate goats with this drug, as it is effective even in small doses, has a beneficial effect on the immune system, reproductive function, and has a positive effect on the overall resistance of the body. Belongs to a low-hazard group of substances.

Instructions for the use of the drug "E-selenium" for kids

Vaccination of livestock is carried out for preventive or therapeutic purposes. For prevention, the vaccine is administered to goats once a quarter, for medicinal purposes - once a week with a frequency of 2-3 times, with an interval of two weeks.

E-selenium dosage:

adult - 1 milliliter per 50 kilograms of body weight;
young animals - 0.2 milliliters per 10 kilograms of weight.

When administered in small doses, the injection solution is diluted with saline, mixed thoroughly. In regions with a deficient content of the mineral, the dose can be increased up to 5 times. To exclude an overdose, one individual is given no more than 5 milliliters of funds.

When skipping a dose, the drug is given according to the instructions. It is forbidden to give an animal a double dose of medicine at one time. Do not mix with feed.

Unwanted effects

After using the drug, no side effects were found. An overdose of the drug in animals may manifest:

abdominal pain;
salivation;
mucosal cyanosis;
tachycardia;
decrease in temperature;
excessive sweating;
bad breath and skin odor.

Additionally, ruminants may develop hypotension and atony of the proventriculus. After detecting signs of an overabundance of the substance, the goats are given "Unithiol", "Methionine", "Thiosulfate".

Instances in which the drug should not be used

It is not recommended to vaccinate goats if there is an overabundance of the mineral in the body and feed.

Also, Se is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance, as well as in case of allergic reactions.

Terms and conditions of storage

Injection solution is stored in the original container. The room should be dry, with good ventilation, the drug is cleaned away from sunlight.Observe the temperature regime in the range of +4 … +25 degrees. Shelf life is 24 months from the date of manufacture, after opening the bottle, the product is used within 14 days, then the container is disposed of. It is forbidden to use the product after the expiration date.

Analogues

E-selenium has no analogues in terms of the active substance. According to the therapeutic effect, similar drugs include:

"Triovit";
"Selenate";
"Gabivit Se";
Fermivit Se.

With a lack of vitamins and trace elements, kids are especially at risk of various diseases. Due to the lack of substances necessary for the body, an imbalance appears in biological processes, which leads to a decrease in the growth of industrial production of livestock products.Therefore, it is extremely important to monitor the state of the animal's body, feed quality, and provide the kids with the necessary vitamin and mineral supplements.