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Virbac Bectyl Horse Vitamin And Electrolyte Paste
Product Information
Bectyl is a concentrated oral paste formulation of electrolytes, B-Group vitamins and Vitamin E to supplement the diet of performance horses engaged in strenuous exercise or during and after transport, where these nutrients may be limiting.
Bectyl is a unique paste supplement of key minerals B-group vitamins, vitamin E and citrate to help:
- Restore levels of electrolytes before and after travel
- Maintain appetite and vitality during competition
- Speed up recovery after exercise
Recommended for:
- Horses prior to, during and after travel
- Performance horses
- “Tucked-up” horses – showing signs of dehydration
- Horses in hot weather or experiencing a period of excessive stress
- Rehydration after illness or diarrhoea
Composition
Each 60 mL syringe contains:
Electrolytes
- Chloride 18.6 g
- Potassium 7.2 g
- Sodium 5.6 g
- Magnesium 5.8 g
- Calcium 1.6 g
- Sulphate 0.34 g
Micromineral
- Zinc 0.23 g
B-group Vitamins
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) 100 mg
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavine) 120 mg
- Vitamin B3 (Nicotinamide) 360 mg
- Vitamin B5 (Calcium pantothenate) 160 mg
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine hydrochloride) 7.5 mg
- Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) 28 mg
- Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) 0.81 mg
Antioxidant
- Vitamin E 2.2 g
Buffer
- Citrate 2 g
Dosage and Direction for Use:
In performance horses:
Give 30 mL (half a syringe) after competition or after arriving home from the race. If given before a race or competition, please check with relevant authorities.
Endurance exercise:
30 – 60 mL can be administered directly over the tongue, during a ride or at check points, provided water is available or offered immediately. Give 60 mL on completion of the event and 30 mL on two consecutive mornings after the event.
Travelling horses:
30 mL – 60 mL over tongue with water provided 30 - 60 minutes prior to travel. Repeat every 3 – 4 hours during travelling and again on arrival as required.
Storage Instructions
Store below 25˚C (Air conditioning). Protect from freezing
Pack Sizes:
60 mL syringe (2 x 30 mL doses for average horse*) in a display box of 15 units.
* Based on 500 kg horse in moderate work
Shipping
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Returns
We offer a hassle-free return policy within 30 days for unopened items in original condition for exchange or store credit. Refunds are available if the product is faulty or not as described; however, food or treats cannot be returned once opened.
Palatability Guarantee
Our Palatability Guarantee applies to selected brands, including Advance, Royal Canin, Purina, Hill's and 4CYTE, allowing you to return any unused portion of dry/wet food for an exchange or full refund.
