Bovikalc Boluses are an oral calcium supplement that provides fast and extended support of blood calcium levels in freshening dairy cows. The Bovikalc bolus disintegrates quickly in the rumen. The calcium chloride is available immediately, while the calcium sulphate will provide sustained release of calcium. Available in 4 ct or 48 ct boluses.
What is Bovikalc Boluses?
Bovikalc Boluses are an oral calcium supplement that provides fast and extended support of blood calcium levels in freshening dairy cows.
Who is Bovikalc Boluses for?
Dairy Cattle
Why use Bovikalc Boluses?
-Provides calcium to freshening cows
-Special fat coating minimizes throat irritation
-Easy-to-administer bolus is swallowed, leaving nothing to spit out.
-Bolus delivery method minimizes waste and reduces risk of material entering lungs, which may cause aspiration pneumonia.
-This product may be suitable for use on organic farms. Please confirm with your certifier before using.
How does Bovikalc Boluses work?
Bovikalc Boluses support blood serum calcium levels in dairy cows at a time when calcium is in great demand
Boehringer Ingelheim
Guaranteed Analysis:
Calcium, minimum 21.4%
Calcium, maximum 24.6%
Each bolus of 190 g contains 43 grams of calcium.
How is Bovikalc Boluses sold?
4 ct or 48 ct Boluses
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children and animals. Not for human use. Follow label instructions carefully. Incorrect use or handling may cause serious side effects. User assumes risk of use or handling contrary to instructions, or under abnormal conditions or conditions not reasonably foreseeable. Bovikalc should not be used for initial treatment of milk fever. Do not use Bovikalc for cows lying down or showing signs of milk fever. Do not use excessive force when giving the bolus to the cow. Do not use the bolus if broken.
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital
How can I store Bovikalc Boluses?
Store in original packaging at or below 86°F (30°C). Bovikalc boluses are sensitive to humidity and should be stored in the plastic tubes until immediately before use.
Feeding Directions:
Boluses are given to the cow using a special Bovikalc bolus applicator sold separately. AKCPetRx.com product #50988 Bovikalc Plastic Balling Gun
Give one bolus of Bovikalc prior to or immediately after calving and a second bolus twelve hours later.
1. Place the bolus in the bolus applicator with the rounded end pointing forward.
2. If right handed: Place yourself at the cow’s right side. Grab the cow’s upper jaw with your left hand and raise its head. Keep the cow’s head high and a little towards yourself.
3. Gently guide the Bovikalc applicator loaded with one Bovikalc bolus into the cow’s mouth. When you feel resistance gently guide the applicator over the tongue.
4. When the Bovikalc applicator is as far back in the cow’s mouth as possible press the handle to release the bolus. Remove the applicator.
Actions:
The Bovikalc bolus will disintegrate quickly in the rumen. The calcium chloride is available immediately, while the calcium sulfate will provide sustained release of calcium.
Guaranteed Analysis:
Calcium, minimum 21.4%
Calcium, maximum 24.6%
Each bolus of 190 g contains 43 grams of calcium.
Ingredients:
Calcium chloride, calcium sulfate, water, fat product, xanthan gum.
