Packaging
500 and 1000 mL
Compounds
Each bottle contains medicinal-grade oral paraffin compliant with BP-USP standards.
Mechanism of the Effect
Anti-bloating paraffin (usually liquid paraffin or mineral oil) creates a thin oily layer in the rumen of the animal, which reduces the surface tension of gases formed in the intestines.
This oily layer breaks down gas bubbles (bloat) and prevents their accumulation, thus avoiding severe bloating.
As a result, rumen gases are easily expelled, reducing or preventing bloat.
This medication does not have a direct effect on parasites or bacteria but works physically to control bloat.
Use case
Paraffin is used as a laxative and stool softener in various gastrointestinal disorders, including impactions, indigestion, constipation, bloating, and also in equine sand colic.
Paraffin reduces the surface tension of rumen contents and acts as an anti-bloating agent in the treatment of ruminant bloat.
Paraffin is also administered rectally in cases of fecal impaction in the distal colon and meconium retention in newborns.
The amount and how to use
Horse and cattle: 1 to 4 liters orally
Calf and foal: 60 to 120 mL orally, or 50 to 60 mL rectally for meconium expulsion
Sheep and goats: 100 to 500 mL orally, or 5 to 10 mL rectally for meconium expulsion in lambs
Dog: 2 to 60 mL orally
Cat: 2 to 20 mL orally
If treatment repetition is necessary, it is recommended to divide the above doses into 2 to 3 administrations per day.
Caution
It is recommended that the therapeutic doses be administered using a stomach tube to help prevent the potential risk of aspiration pneumonia.
No side effects or adverse reactions have been reported at the recommended therapeutic doses.
Paraffin is colorless; if any discoloration is observed, do not use the product.
Avoid exceeding the recommended dosage.
Drug interference
Long-term use may cause digestive disorders, including impaired absorption of nutrients.
Maintenance conditions
Store in tightly closed containers at temperatures below 25 °C and away from direct sunlight.
