Instructions for the use of Chiktonik for calves, indications and how to water cattle
Even when using the highest quality feed, young cattle receive vitamins, minerals and bioactive substances in a suboptimal amount. Therefore, to prevent hypovitaminosis and associated pathological conditions, it is recommended to purchase "Chiktonik" for calves. The instructions for use are simple, following it, the farmer significantly improves the health and productivity of livestock.
What is "Chiktonik"
The preparation, developed by the Spanish company Invesa, contains vitamins and amino acids in the optimal concentration for animals. Entering the body, the vitamin complex prevents hypovitaminosis, normalizes metabolism and energy production, enhances immunity to negative external factors.
The use of a feed additive in case of imbalance in nutrition, after exposure to stress factors and for actively growing young stock leads to an increase in productivity and a decrease in mortality. Chiktonik has the following positive effects on calves:
- normalizes digestion;
- maintains the tone of the body;
- accelerates growth;
- increases appetite;
- prevents pathologies associated with a deficiency of nutrients;
- increases productivity and external characteristics of livestock;
- normalizes the reproductive system.
What vitamins are included in the "Chiktonik" preparation (in terms of 1 ml), how they affect the state of the calf's body, is indicated in the table:
| Substance | Concentration, mg | Effect on the body |
| retinol (A) | 0,75 | stimulates growth, reduces the likelihood of infection of internal organs, accelerates the healing of wounds and ulcers on the skin |
| cholecalciferol (D3) | 0,01 | regulates phosphorus and calcium metabolism, helps minerals to be absorbed in the intestines, integrate into bone tissue, prevents rickets in calves |
| tocopherol (E) | 3,75 | has an antioxidant effect, regulates protein, carbohydrate and fat metabolism, prevents muscle degeneration, helps to absorb retinol, normalizes the functioning of reproductive organs, reduces the likelihood of infertility |
| thiamine (B1) | 3,5 | supports the nervous system, prevents skin pathologies |
| riboflavin (B2) | 4 | participates in protein metabolism and hemoglobin synthesis, maintains the functional state of the reproductive and visual organs |
| choline (B4) | 0,4 | increases the milk production of livestock, reduces the likelihood of liver dystrophy |
| pantothenic acid (B5) | 15 | participates in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, amino acids, in the synthesis of hemoglobin and fatty acids, reduces the negative effect of antibiotics |
| pyridoxine (B6) | 2 | participates in protein metabolism, improves appetite |
| biotin (B7) | 0,002 | maintains a healthy skin |
| cobalamin (B12) | 0,01 | essential for the synthesis of hemoglobin, prevents anemia in calves |
| phylloquinone (K3) | 0,25 | normalizes blood clotting, prevents bleeding and anemia |
Also, the preparation "Chiktonik" contains amino acids and bioactive compounds (mg):
- methionine - 5;
- inositol - 0.0025;
- glycine - 0.575;
- arginine - 0.5;
- L-lysine - 2.5;
- alanine - 0.975;
- histidine 0.9;
- tryptophan - 0.075;
- proline - 0.5;
- aspartic acid 1.45;
- tyrosine - 0.34;
- leucine - 1.5;
- isoleucine - 0.125;
- threonine - 0.5;
- valine - 1.1;
- glutamic acid - 1.16;
- serine - 0.68;
- cystine - 0.15;
- phenylalanine - 0.8.
"Chiktonik" is sold in white plastic containers of 1, 5, 25 liters. It looks like an opaque liquid with a deep brown color. Each container contains the quantity and composition of the preparation, concentration of active ingredients, batch number and production date, instructions for use.
Indications
"Chiktonik" is given to calves to prevent metabolic disorders, protein and vitamin deficiencies, stimulate growth and development, increase productivity, strengthen immunity, and for therapeutic purposes - to eliminate the effects of stress and intoxication.
The vitamin complex supports the calf's body when:
- poisoning with chemical and food toxins;
- hypovitaminosis;
- weakness, lethargy;
- poor quality, unbalanced diet;
- damage to the body by infection;
- stressful effects.
Directions for use and dosage for cows
The Chiktonik complex is intended for oral administration. The liquid is added to the drink. Cattle are watered individually or the whole herd at once through an automatic watering system. The course lasts 5 days, if necessary, the reception is extended to 10 or 15 days. You can repeat the course after a month or two. The dosage for cattle (ml per animal) is shown in the table.
| Calves | 8-10 |
| Young growth 6-18 months | 15-20 |
Side effects
Side effects in animals after taking the "Chiktonik" complex are not observed. The drug can be combined with any other feed additives and medicines. Meat and dairy products obtained from animals that drank Chiktonik can be safely consumed.
Contraindications
The drug "Chiktonik" has no contraindications. The only caveat is individual intolerance to the components, but it is noted in single animals.
Storage conditions "Chiktonika"
The Chiktonik complex is stored in a production container, in a dry and shaded place, inaccessible to children, where the temperature is 5-25 ° C. In such conditions, the drug remains valid for up to 2 years.
Analogs
Complex "Chiktonik" is unique in composition and effects on the body. There are analogues, but they are inferior to the original in terms of the concentration of active components, they are more suitable for poultry than for drinking calves:
- "Ganaminovit";
- "Ganasupervit";
- Gammatonik;
- "Vitatonic".
Farmers speak positively about the drug "Chiktonik", they believe that it must be in the veterinary medicine cabinet of every livestock breeder. The complex is appreciated for its versatility and ease of use, a positive effect on the health and productivity of uneven-aged calves.
