Selekt Antacid 400 g – Rapid Rumen-Acidosis Relief
Selekt Antacid 400 g – Rapid Rumen-Acidosis Relief
What is Selekt Antacid?
Selekt Antacid is a beige, water-soluble oral powder formulated for fluid therapy and emergency treatment of rumen acidosis in adult cattle. Dissolve the contents of a 400 g sachet in 20–30 L of warm water and deliver via drench gun or Selekt Pump straight to the rumen. The balanced antacid–buffer mix neutralises lactic acid, restores normal pH and re-inoculates beneficial microbes so cows regain appetite quickly.
Why Choose Selekt Antacid?
Maximum neutralising power – 110 g magnesium oxide per dose gives the strongest rumen antacid effect available on-farm.
Stable rumen buffer – 200 g sodium bicarbonate lifts pH rapidly yet prevents rebound alkalosis, holding the rumen in the safe 6.2–6.5 range.
Live yeast (50 g) re-populates cellulolytic bacteria, speeding the return to cud-chewing and milk yield.
Ispaghula husk (40 g) forms a gentle gel that slows passage, giving the antacid longer contact time and aiding fluid uptake.
Pump-friendly solubility – dissolves completely; no grit to block hoses or drencher tips.
How It Works
Magnesium oxide rapidly consumes excess lactic acid produced during grain overload.
Sodium bicarbonate buffers the rumen liquor, preventing further pH crashes.
Live yeast stimulates lactate-utilising and fibre-digesting microbes.
Fibre gel slows outflow so electrolytes and antacids stay in the rumen long enough to act.
Composition (per 400 g sachet)
| Ingredient | Amount | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium bicarbonate | 200 g | Rapid pH buffer |
| Magnesium oxide (heavy) | 110 g | Strong antacid |
| Dry yeast | 50 g | Re-inoculates rumen flora |
| Ispaghula husk | 40 g | Slows passage, aids absorption |
Directions & Dosage
Mix the full 400 g sachet thoroughly into 20–30 L of 38 °C water.
Administer via drench gun or Selekt Pump into the rumen.
Repeat after 12 h for severe cases, or as advised by your vet.
Provide palatable forage and fresh water ad-lib post-drench.
Pro tip: Combine with Selekt Restore™ electrolyte solution when dehydration accompanies acidosis.
When to Use
Grain or high-starch overload
Sudden feed change / turnout onto lush pasture
Post-calving cows off feed with acidic rumen pH
As part of downer-cow protocols where acidosis is suspected
Safety & Withdrawal
Complementary feed; zero meat & milk withdrawal. Store unopened sachets cool & dry; use immediately after opening.
FAQ
Can I double-dose a large Holstein?
Yes—two sachets (800 g) in 40 L water are safe under veterinary guidance for 700 kg cows.
Does it replace IV bicarbonate?
No—oral antacid corrects rumen pH, while IV bicarbonate corrects blood acidaemia; they are complementary.
Can I premix and store the solution?
Mix fresh each time; bicarbonate loses activity and CO₂ on standing.
Available in 1 Sachet or a box of 6 sachets
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