Genitrix has reformulated and repackaged its Lacto B range of broad spectrum probiotic supplements for the maintenance of normal digestive function in pets.
The products are provided in a powder formulation for direct application onto food or to be dissolved in water. They are available in five-day sachets or in 75g tubs suitable for longer term use.
Genitrix says that unlike single-strain formulations, the Lacto B range contains live freeze-dried cultures of three probiotic organisms which, when ingested, colonise the gut, helping to re-establish normal function. The three strains of probiotic organisms occupy the same sites in the gut as certain pathogenic bacteria thus preventing their attachment.
Indicated for dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, reptiles and birds, the Lacto range is formulated to provide a guaranteed concentration of 1x109 CFU/g probiotic organisms.
Genitrix suggests that the Lacto B range can be particularly helpful in:
Rob Watkins, Marketing Director at Genitrix, said: "The Lacto range has been tried and trusted in small animal practice for twelve years and feedback shows that its multi-species indication make it a flexible and cost-effective solution."
"With its new formulation and new packaging, we believe it will prove even more attractive as a high potency probiotic supplement."
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Whilst a multistrain probiotic product would likely be beneficial, there are currently no strains which have been authorised for use in all the target species listed above.
This product appears to contravene the current EU legislative requirements for probiotic feed additives. The strains in the product would not have been tested for safety and efficacy in all the target species listed, which is a requirement to register a probiotic as a feed additive in the EU.
The link below is a list of the feed additives registered for use in the EU. There are no probiotics registered for use in rodents and reptiles and in fact only two strains of probiotics are registered for use in dogs and cats (Enterococcus faecium and Lactobacillus acidophilus):
ec.europa.eu/.../comm_register_feed_additives_1831-03.pdf
The 3 strains of bacteria used within the Lacto B products have been fully assessed for quality, safety and efficacy under the European legislation for Veterinary medicines.
Once approved within a marketing authorization, the bacteria can not only be used in the manufacture of that product, but also under the cascade legislation it can be used at alternative strengths and for other species.
If you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Genitrix: Tel. 01403 786345 or mail@genitrix.co.uk