ZincoIsel Sheep Bolus

ZincoIsel Sheep Bolus

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ZincoIsel Sheep is a unique, soluble glass trace element bolus for sheep, which delivers rumen-available ionic zinc, ionic cobalt, iodine and selenium to the animal at a controlled and constant rate for up to four months.  ZincoIsel Sheep contains no copper.

ZincoIsel Sheep’s unique soluble glass is designed to dissolve at a controlled rate, meaning there are no peaks or troughs in supplementation.

Uses

For use in areas of zinc, iodine and selenium deficiencies and for the improvement of cobalt supply.

Benefits

  • Nil withdrawals- milk, meat and offal of the animal can be used directly after administration
  • Unique soluble glass technology
  • Contains four important trace elements for sheep

Withdrawal Period

Sheep

Meat and Offal: Zero days

Milk: Zero days

Data Sheet

https://www.bimeda.ie/media/k2/attachments/1ZIN008_Data_Sheet.pdf

ZINCOISEL DATA

SHEEP Trace element bolus containing zinc, iodine, cobalt and selenium

 

USES

For use in areas of zinc, iodine and selenium

deficiencies and for the improvement of cobalt supply.

The ZincoIsel sheep bolus supplements the diet of the

sheep with the nutritionally essential minerals zinc,

cobalt, iodine and selenium, and will last over the

grazing season.

Global Excellence in Animal Health

ANALYTICAL CONSTITUENTS

Calcium >2%, Magnesium <1%, Sodium 11%,

Phosphorus 18%

Weight of bolus: 33g

WARNING

Remove bolus from foil and ensure bolus is close to

body temperature at administration.

 

INCLUSION RATE

Ruminating sheep weighing over 30 kg: 1 bolus may

be given at any convenient time in the sheep

management year. It is particularly appropriate to

give ZincoIsel at, or just before, lambing, to cover

lambing, lactation and the grazing season.

 

METHOD & ROUTE(S) OF ADMINISTRATION

Take care to read the instructions carefully before

administering the bolus.

Administer orally using an oesophageal balling

applicator, which delivers the bolus directly into the

top of the gullet. Great care should be taken not to

cause any injury by placing the applicator head too

far inside the throat of the animal. Ensure that each

animal has swallowed the bolus by holding the

mouth closed and observing the animal for a short

time after administration. Gentle massage of the

throat may facilitate swallowing of the bolus. To

minimise the risk of regurgitation or injury, avoid

rough handling of animals. Following oral

administration, the bolus lodges in the reticulum

where it dissolves. Boluses are sensitive to sudden

temperature changes such as may occur when very

cold bolus is swallowed by an animal. It is important

that the bolus is close to body temperature at

administration.

 

TRACE ELEMENT INFORMATION

Zinc deficiency results in reduced growth, reduced

feed intake, loss of hair, skin lesions, excessive

salivation, swollen feet, and impaired reproduction. A

deficiency of zinc in males reduces testicular

development and sperm production. In females,

cycling and conception rates are decreased by zinc

deficiency.

Cobalt is an integral part in Vitamin B12

(cyanocobalamin), which is important for several

metabolic functions. This vitamin is synthesised by

micro-organisms in the rumen and is absorbed from

there into the systemic circulation. Vitamin B12 acts

as a co-enzyme in several metabolic pathways and in

ruminants its main role is in the formation of

propionate, which is required for synthesis of

glucose via succinate in the liver.

Iodine is required for the synthesis of

tri-iodothyronine (T3) and tetra-iodothyronine

(thyroxine T4) in the thyroid gland. These hormones

are derivatives of the amino acid tyrosine. The

function of the iodine hormones is to affect basal

metabolic rate and thus accelerate growth and

increase oxygen consumption. A deficiency of iodine

will result in impaired production of these hormones

and, as a result, goitre (enlarged thyroid gland) can

be seen. The clinical consequences of iodine

deficiency are seen predominantly as reproductive

abnormalities. Note that this condition can also arise

due to selenium deficiency, which can reduce the

conversion of T4 into the active T3 form, and also

due to the consumption of food containing

goitrogens. Goitrogens are substances particularly

found in brassicas (such as kale, cabbage and rape),

which inhibit the iodination of tyrosine and hence

the synthesis of thyroxine.

Selenium is an integral part in the glutathione

peroxidase (GSH-Px) enzymes, which are involved in

the protection from oxidative stress. These enzymes

have a synergistic role with Vitamin E and other

antioxidants in removing toxic peroxides from tissue

and preventing oxidative damage to cell

membranes. Selenium is required in the thyroid

gland for the conversion of T4 to T3, the active

thyroxine molecule as selenium is required in the

iodothyronine deiodinase enzymes.

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

Protection to operators: to minimise the risk of

contact allergy, wear gloves when handling this

product. Do not administer to non-ruminating sheep.

Do not administer any aids to alter dissolution of the

bolus, (e.g. steel grinders, grub screws etc). Do not

administer selenium by injection while the bolus is

still active unless advised by a veterinary surgeon.

Simultaneous supplementation of nutrients

additives to those incorporated in the bolus should

be avoided. In cases where the trace element status

of the flock is uncertain, it is advisable to seek

veterinary advice. Protective measures to avoid

exposure with Cobalt by inhalation or by dermal

route should be taken.

Warming: Remove boluses from foil pack and ensure

they are at body temperature before administering.

Remove the boluses from all packaging (including

the foil and plastic) and place the boluses inside

clothing pockets close to the body. Never place

boluses in warm or hot water.

The boluses use unique soluble glass technology

which means that they are sensitive to sudden

changes in temperature such as may happen when

very cold boluses are swallowed by the animal.

Failure to ensure the boluses are warmed prior to

administration may result in the development of fine

cracks which can alter the activity of the bolus.

WITHDRAWALS

Milk, meat and offal of the animal can be used

directly after administration.

LEGAL CATEGORY

Complementary dietetic feed

This is not a veterinary medicine which is subject to

authorisation by the HPRA.

 

SPECIAL STORAGE/DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS

Store in a dry place. Do not freeze. Protect from frost.

Once the package has been opened, store unused

boluses in the plastic tray in the original packaging,

in an airtight container. Boluses which become

discoloured or damaged must be discarded. Dispose

of any unused product and empty containers in

accordance with guidance from your local waste

regulation authority. Keep out of reach and sight of

children.

For use in animals only

Before using, it is recommended to have advice from

a Veterinarian or Nutritionist concerning:

1: balance of trace elements in the daily ration

2: trace elements status of flock

 

MINERAL COMPLEMENTARY FEED

Applicator Instructions