1. What is the microflora?
2. What are the factors that upset the microflora and induce changes in the gut flora?
3. What is the basic concept of probiotics and how do they work?
4. What are the minimum administration requirements for a probiotic?
5. What makes a good probiotic?
6. What exactly is Protexin?
7. When is the right time to use Protexin?
8. What animals can benefit from Protexin?
9. Are there any risks or disadvantages of using Protexin? Can you give too much?
10. Can Protexin be used at the same time as an antibiotic?
11. Does Protexin require any special storage methods?
12. Why can’t live yoghurt be used?
13. Does Protexin survive the very acidic conditions of the stomach?
14. Can Protexin be given over a long period of time?
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When is the right time to use Protexin?
Protexin can be used at anytime in the animal's life but specific points of great importance are:
- immediately after birth to establish a correct microflora
- after changes of feed or housing
- pre and post anaesthesia
- during and after antibiotic or steroid therapy
- after vaccination
- in preparation for, during and after periods of stress
As the aim with probiotics is to restore and maintain normal gut function, they should be used whenever gut balance is upset. Situations likely to upset gut balance:
- Antibiotic therapy
- Dietary changes
- Travel
- Stress
- Athletic competition
- Following surgery and anaesthesia
- Poor appetite
Strategic use of Protexin during times of stress (vaccination, rehoming) nutritional changes (weaning), or after antibiotic use is very beneficial and an excellent way of introducing the concept of probiotic use.
Protexin can be given orally via a syringe, dissolved into water or mixed with feed.
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