FarmGuard Magnesium Sulphate
A nutritional supplement to aid in the prevention of grass staggers (hypomagnesaemia) in cattle.
Contains 10% Elemental Magnesium in the form of Magnesium Sulphate Heptahydrate. Biogro registered.
The feeding of this product to dairy cows may increase their risk of clinical Salmonellosis. It is recommended that veterinary advice is obtained to ascertain potential risks associated with the use of this product in your environment before product is used.
Storage Requirements
Store above ground in a dry, well ventilated place.
Directions for Use
Oral Treatment:
Dose Rate: 75-100 grams Mag-Sulphate per adult cow, per day.
Mixing Instructions: Mix 1kg Mag-Sulphate with 1 litre of hot water. Stir to dissolve then leave to cool. Dose daily with either 120ml of drench mixture once per day, or 80ml of drench twice daily.
Dose rates can be increased to 100ml twice daily if necessary.
Precaution
Concentrated solutions of Magnesium Sulphate Heptahydrate are caustic. Avoid splashing on skin or eyes. Wearing safety goggles when mixing is recommended.
Water Supply Treatment:
Treatment: Add total required weight of Mag-Sulphate to the water supply via an in-line dispenser/diluter Or with an in-trough floating dispenser. The direct addition to troughs is recommended only for small numbers of animals.
