Selekt Restore 400 g – Rapid Cattle Rehydration Drench
Selekt Restore 400 g – Rapid Cattle Rehydration Drench
What is Selekt Restore?
Selekt Restore is a fully water-soluble oral rehydration powder formulated for fluid therapy in adult ruminants. Dissolved in 20 L of warm (≈ 38 °C) water, a single 400 g sachet produces an isotonic drench that rapidly replaces electrolytes lost to mild or moderate dehydration while providing palatable dextrose energy.
Why choose Selekt Restore?
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Complete electrolyte profile – Sodium chloride stabilises acid-base balance; potassium chloride corrects sub-clinical hypokalaemia that suppresses rumen motility.
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Calcium & magnesium support – Low-level calcium propionate (16 g) and magnesium sulphate (4 g) maintain plasma cation levels without risking milk-fever rebound.
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Dextrose energy (175 g) makes the solution highly palatable so many cows drink voluntarily after the first pump drench, reducing labour.
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Pump-friendly – Dissolves completely; no grit to clog Selekt pumps or drencher hoses.
How it works
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Sodium & chloride ions restore extracellular fluid volume.
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Potassium replenishes intracellular stores, reviving rumen muscle tone.
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Calcium + magnesium stabilise neuromuscular function and enzyme systems.
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Dextrose provides a quick energy boost that encourages appetite and water intake.
Guaranteed Analysis / Composition (per 400 g sachet)
| Ingredient | Amount | Primary role |
|---|---|---|
| Dextrose monohydrate | 175 g | Energy & palatability |
| Sodium chloride | 155 g | Restores Na⁺ / Cl⁻ & osmotic balance |
| Potassium chloride | 50 g | Corrects K⁺ deficit, supports rumen motility |
| Calcium propionate | 16 g | Mild antacid + gluconeogenic calcium source |
| Magnesium sulphate 7-H₂O | 4 g | Maintains Mg²⁺ for muscle & nerve function |
Directions & Dosage
| Dehydration level | Mix rate | Total volume delivered |
|---|---|---|
| Mild | 1 sachet in 20 L warm water | 20 L |
| Moderate | +1 sachet in an extra 20 L | 40 L |
| Severe | +2 sachets in an extra 40 L | 60 L |
Administer via drench gun or Selekt Pump directly into the rumen. Use warm water to avoid chilling the cow and to aid rapid absorption.
Tip: After initial rehydration you can add Selekt Glycerol Plus to the second 20 L for an energy lift without extra labour.
Ideal Use-Cases
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Fresh-calved cows with low rumen fill
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Mild scour or transport dehydration
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Follow-up to IV fluids when gut perfusion returns
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Post-surgery or down-cow protocols where fluids are tolerated orally
Safety & Storage
Complementary feed; zero meat or milk withdrawal. Keep unopened sachets cool and dry; once opened, use immediately to avoid caking.
FAQ
Q: Can I combine Restore with Selekt Antacid?
Yes — dose Antacid first if acidosis is present; once pH stabilises, follow with Restore to re-establish fluids and electrolytes.
Q: Will cold water work?
Cold solutions can chill a sick cow. Always use 38 °C water to maximise absorption and cow comfort.
Q: Can goats or sheep use it?
Yes—dose at 75 g per 40 kg body weight in 5 L warm water.
Available in 1 sachet or a box of 12 sachets
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