Animals, like people, can be subject to various diseases and increased stress and physical exertion. To prevent unpleasant consequences, the drug "Gamavit" has been developed, which has a combined immunomodulatory property. In this article we will talk about the instructions for the use of "Gamavita" in veterinary medicine, as well as its side effects, contraindications and precautions.
Composition, release form, packaging
"Gamavit" is a preparation of a new generation, which includes a complex of vitamin compounds, minerals and balanced salts. The main active ingredients of this agent are denatured emulsified placenta and sodium deoxyribonucleate. The drug is available in the form of a reddish-burgundy liquid, packaged in special glass bottles with a capacity of 0.002; 0,005; 0,006; 0.01; 0.05; 0.1; 0.45 liters. 
Each bottle is sealed with a rubber hermetic stopper. For greater safety rubber plug is run-in with a special aluminum sheeting.
Important! The water-diluted drug retains its original properties for the first four hours. After that, "Gamavit" must be disposed of.
The composition of "Gamavita" includes the following substances:
- vitamins: ascorbic acid, folic acid, riboflavin, retinol acetate, nicotinamide, niacin and others;
- amino acids: arginine, syrin, thiazine, glutamine, cystine, alanine, aspartate, lysine, threonine, leucine and others;
- inorganic salts;
- excipients: phenol red, thymine, uracil, sodium pyruvate, glucose, cholesterol and others.
Vials with injections are placed in cardboard boxes and supplied with instructions for use. Each bottle is labeled according to GOST. They contain data on the manufacturer, composition of the drug, shelf life and date of manufacture. 
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Biological properties
The drug is immunomodulatory drug. It helps to increase the resistance and resilience of animals to various adverse environmental factors (the effects of poisons, infections, parasites, environmental pollution).
In addition, "Gamavit" helps to increase the level of protection of animals from the effects of various microorganisms. The active ingredients of the drug also have a positive effect on animals during periods of increased stress and physical exertion.
"Gamavit" increases the overall level of the body's immune defense, contributes to the production of interferon. The tool increases the safety and weight gain of young animals, which helps to increase profits from agricultural products. At the same time, "Gamavit" can be used not only for cattle, piglets and rabbits - it is also applicable to birds, dogs and cats.
Indications for use
The main indications for the use of "Gamavita" for animals are:
- stimulation of growth and rapid development of cattle and other farm animals;
- prevention and treatment of low blood hemoglobin levels;
- as treatment and preventive measures at risk of developing rickets in young animals;
- frequent stressful situations and physical exhaustion;
- skin lesions;
- lack of vitamins in the body;
- toxicosis during pregnancy;
- poisoning and pyometra;
- infectious and bacterial diseases of various etiologies.
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Order of use and dose
"Gamavit" is used for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes for various animal species. The drug can be administered intramuscularly, subcutaneously and intravenously. In some cases, the liquid substance can be diluted with drinking water and give the animals to drink the resulting solution.
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Prevention
For preventive purposes, this drug is used according to the next mechanism:
- For puppies in order to prevent anemia and rickets, “Gamavit” is injected at the rate of 0.1 ml per kg of animal weight. The prophylactic course lasts about 45 days, the drug is administered 2-3 times a week.
- For the prevention of infectious diseases cats, and also to increase stress tolerance and before competitions and exhibitions, “Gamavit” is injected intramuscularly or intravenously at the rate of 0.1 ml per kg of animal mass (the specialist should decide where exactly the prick drug is). Before exhibitions or during epidemics, injections are given every other day for one to two weeks (as recommended by the veterinarian).
- Cattle and Lambs for the prevention of disease and increase growth and weight gain, the drug is administered for 60 days (every 3 days). The dosage is calculated in the same way as for dogs.
- For piglets in order to increase growth, “Gamavit” is administered intramuscularly 7-12 times every day. Per 1 kg of animal mass, you must enter 0.1-0.2 ml of the drug.
- Rabbits in order to increase the hunt for mating, increase the weight of the fruit and minimize possible complications, “Gamavit” is introduced twice (after 7 days). The dosage per adult rabbit should be 0.025 ml.
- "Gamavit" is used for parrots in order to increase resistance to various infectious diseases. The prophylactic course should last 7 days, the remedy is given to birds along with drinking water, which is replaced every 4 hours. Dosages for exotic birds are as follows: 0.5 ml of product per 50 ml of water.
- With the threat of stress, intoxication and infectious diseases, "Gamavit" give chickens on the 2nd, 5th, 10th, 20th and 25th day of life. On the second day, along with drinking water, 2 ml of the drug is given per bird, and further the dosage is halved.
Important! The combination of "Gamavita" with "Fosprenil" enhances the effect of the first.
Treatment
Therapeutic course "Gamavit" for different diseases for different animals will be different. The dosage in the case of treatment will be several times higher than the prophylactic doses that were indicated for certain animals.
The general scheme of dosages in the treatment of various diseases in animals is as follows:
- Instructions for use "Gamavita" for cats states that the dosage in the treatment of infectious diseases should be increased to 0.3-0.5 ml per 1 kg of animal weight. In case of severe poisoning with poisons and other toxic substances, "Gamavit" must be injected intravenously throughout the week at 1.5-2 ml per 1 kg of weight.
- Infectious diseases and severe poisoning in dogs they are treated for 3-5 days (depending on the symptoms). Dosages such: on 1 kg of weight 1.5-2.5 ml of the drug. Administer intramuscularly or intravenously twice a day.
- Poisoning, disturbances in the diet (leading to a disorder of the functions of the gastrointestinal tract), infectious lesions - all this is treated in cattle with the help of "Gamavita". It should be injected intramuscularly 1-2 times a day for 3-5 days. On 1 kg of weight is introduced 0.5-1.0 ml.
- With piroplasmosis and other invasive diseases pigs "Gamavit" is administered intramuscularly at 0.5 ml per 1 kg of weight 1 time per day during the week. To improve mating processes (sperm quality), pigs are given 0.1 mg of the drug per kg of weight every 2-3 days for 10-14 days.
- For treatment birds (chickens and parrots) dosages are 2-3 times higher than preventive measures. The course of treatment must continue until full recovery.
- With hypovitaminosis, diseases of a bacterial and viral nature, lesions with helminths, rabbits enter "Gamavit" 0.5 ml per 1 kg of weight daily until full recovery.
This drug is also used for female animals: it can facilitate childbirth and minimize the unpleasant consequences after them. To this end, "Gamavit" is administered in a dosage of 0.05 mg / kg of animal weight one week before the onset of labor and immediately before the birth itself.The drug based on the hormone oxytocin helps to reduce the uterine muscles of the animal, which contributes to childbirth.
Precautions and special instructions
During the work with this medicinal product it is necessary to follow all the rules established for work with veterinary drugs. During the injection, it is forbidden to eat, drink, smoke, and in other ways distract from working with the drug. After the procedure, you need to thoroughly wash your hands and face.
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People who have hypersensitivity to the components of "Gamavita" or who show an allergic reaction to it, should be injected in a respirator. If an allergy does manifest itself, it is necessary to immediately consult a doctor. In case of contact with the eyes or mucous membranes of the nose and mouth, rinse the affected areas with running water, using antiseptic agents. Empty bottles from “Gamavit” are not allowed to be used for domestic purposes - after use they must be disposed of according to all established rules. 
Contraindications and side effects
When using "Gamavita" side effects and contraindications have been identified. If allergic reactions to the components of the drug occur in animals, antihistamine therapy or any other symptom-appropriate therapy is prescribed. The drug is compatible with any other medication and feed.
Learn more about the treatment of diseases of cattle (mastitis, swelling of the udder, leukemia, pasteurellosis, ketosis, cysticercosis, colibacteriosis of calves, hoof disease), pigs (pasteurellosis, parakeratosis, erysipelas, African plague, cysticercosis, colibacillosis), rabbits, chickens, geese, turkeys .
Terms and conditions of storage
"Gamavit" must be kept corked, in a dry place inaccessible to children. The drug is stored for two years from the date of manufacture, if you comply with all conditions of use and preservation. Dark (without direct sunlight), at temperatures from + 2 ° C to + 25 ° C - an ideal place to save "Gamavita". When changing the color of the liquid or depressurization of the drug should be disposed of.
After reading this article, you learned how Gamavit works and how to apply it to different animals. It should be noted that in cases of acute diseases of farm animals and pets, it is dangerous to conduct self-treatment; it is best to contact a veterinarian for advice.
