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?
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Maximum neutralising power – 110 g magnesium oxide per dose gives the strongest rumen antacid effect available on-farm.
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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.
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Live yeast (50 g) re-populates cellulolytic bacteria, speeding the return to cud-chewing and milk yield.
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Ispaghula husk (40 g) forms a gentle gel that slows passage, giving the antacid longer contact time and aiding fluid uptake.
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Pump-friendly solubility – dissolves completely; no grit to block hoses or drencher tips.
How It Works
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Magnesium oxide rapidly consumes excess lactic acid produced during grain overload.
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Sodium bicarbonate buffers the rumen liquor, preventing further pH crashes.
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Live yeast stimulates lactate-utilising and fibre-digesting microbes.
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Fibre gel slows outflow so electrolytes and antacids stay in the rumen long enough to act.
Composition (per 400 g sachet)
| Ingredient | Amount | Function |
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| 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
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Mix the full 400 g sachet thoroughly into 20–30 L of 38 °C water.
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Administer via drench gun or Selekt Pump into the rumen.
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Repeat after 12 h for severe cases, or as advised by your vet.
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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
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Grain or high-starch overload
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Sudden feed change / turnout onto lush pasture
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Post-calving cows off feed with acidic rumen pH
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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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