Probiotic Fortiflora For Cats: Composition, Instructions For Use, Dosage, Reviews, Price And Analogues

2024 Author: Bailey Albertson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 12:53

Fortiflora against dysbiosis

In cats, even completely healthy cats, stool disorder can occur against the background of a violation of the ratio of types of intestinal microflora. The same problem, only more pronounced, can be expected after the end of the course of antibiotic therapy or when new foods are introduced into the diet. To solve the problem of "little blood" will help the food supplement Fortiflor.

Content

• 1 Composition and release form of Fortiflora
• 2 The mechanism of action of the agent Fortiflora
• 3 Indications for use

• 4 How to use the Fortiflora remedy correctly

  4.1 Features of use in kittens and pregnant cats

• 5 Contraindications and side effects
• 6 Interaction with other medicinal products
• 7 Storage conditions and shelf life of the drug Fortiflora
• 8 Table: comparison of the Fortiflor remedy and its analogues
• 9 Reviews of cat owners and veterinarians

Composition and release form of the Fortiflora product

Fortiflora is a probiotic nutritional supplement developed by Purina. It is a light brown powder with light single grains, packed in paper sachet-bags, lined with foil from the inside, 1 g each. Sachet-bags are packed in 30 pieces in cardboard boxes. Fortiflora contains the bacteria necessary to maintain health, which have a number of beneficial properties:

• prevent the development of pathogenic microbial flora on the intestinal mucosa;
• promote the absorption of nutrients from food;

• participate in the neutralization of substances such as

  • bacterial toxins;
  • heavy metal salts;
  • allergens;
  • antibacterial drugs;
• contribute to the secretion of immunoglobulin A and the maintenance of local immunity;
• participate in the synthesis of vitamins of group B and K.

Each single dose of Fortiflora is placed in a sachet; the carton contains 30 sachets

The composition of the Fortiflora product:

• live microencapsulated microorganisms Enterococcus faecium SF68 - at least 1 × 10 ⁸ CFU / g;
• proteins - 45%;
• fats - 15%;
• fiber - 0.5%;
• vitamin E - 5000 mg / kg;
• vitamin C - 3500 mg / kg;
• taurine - 2500 mg / kg;
• exchange energy 3.1 kcal / g.

Fortiflora ingredients:

• digest of animal origin - made from hydrolyzed tissue of animal origin; contains enzymes that improve digestion;
• Enterococcus faecium SF68 - the main component of the food additive; probiotic bacteria;
• vitamin C is a strong antioxidant; strengthening connective tissue and vascular walls; inactivates free radicals that damage cells;
• vitamin E - has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects; accelerates the formation of T-lymphocytes; improves the function of the genital glands;
• beta-carotene - vitamin A; improves the condition of the skin and mucous membranes, has a positive effect on vision, contributes to the restoration of damaged tissues;
• zinc proteinate - necessary for the synthesis of insulin, proteins and the absorption of vitamin A; the formation of lymphocytes;
• taurine - an essential amino acid, improves blood circulation and metabolism in muscle tissues, including the heart muscle; regulates the level of antioxidant vitamins C and E in the blood; needed for the formation of bile;
• manganese proteinate - also participates in the synthesis of insulin, as well as the absorption of vitamins A, B, C, E;
• iron sulfate - provides iron for building hemoglobin molecules;
• copper proteinate - has a positive effect on coat color and reproductive system;
• calcium iodate - a source of iodine to improve the functioning of the thyroid gland;
• sodium selenite - serves as a source of selenium, acts as an antioxidant; prevents the development of selenium deficiency cardiomyopathy in young animals.

Fortiflora is added to the eaten food; thanks to the pleasant taste and smell, cats eat it with pleasure

The mechanism of action of the agent Fortiflora

The action of the Fortiflora remedy is:

• colonization of the intestine with a beneficial strain of bacteria; bacteria are placed in microcapsules, which allows them to pass through the stomach and not be dissolved by the hydrochloric acid of gastric juice. The disintegration of microcapsules and the release of bacteria occurs only in the alkaline intestinal contents;
• improves the health of the digestive system due to the ingredients included in the composition;
• improves the state of the immune system.

Indications for use

Indications for use are:

• violation of the composition of the intestinal microflora and related disorders in the activity of the digestive system;

• diarrhea caused by:

  • stressful condition;
  • making dietary changes;
  • antibiotic therapy;
• in the treatment of various diseases of the digestive system as part of complex therapy;
• violation of the consistency of the stool in kittens.

How to use the Fortiflora remedy correctly

The tool is used very conveniently - the contents of the sachet are poured into the cat's food; the usual dose is 1 g (1 sachet packet) of the drug once a day. The taste and smell of the drug are liked by cats, and they willingly eat the food additive. It can be added to both dry and wet food. The dose of the drug does not change depending on the age, weight and size of the pet. The course of admission can be unlimited, usually they are guided by the appointment of a veterinarian.

Features of use in kittens and pregnant cats

Due to its safe composition, Fortiflora is used in both kittens and pregnant cats. Fortiflora is especially useful for bottle-fed kittens, since they do not receive the necessary bacterial flora from the mother-cat for colonizing the intestines and for its proper functioning.

Contraindications and side effects

A contraindication is the presence of hypersensitivity to one of the components of the food supplement. In the event of an allergic reaction, the drug is stopped and desensitizing drugs are given (Tavegil, Pipolfen).

Side effects from taking Fortiflora are not described.

Interaction with other medicinal products

The instructions do not describe significant drug-drug interactions that limit the intake of the dietary supplement Fortiflora. Considering that the main ingredient is a strain of probiotic bacteria, it will inevitably suffer during antibiotic therapy. Therefore, it is worth separating the oral intake of antibiotics from the giving of Fortiflora, and it also makes sense to continue taking it after the end of the course of antibiotic therapy to restore the composition of the intestinal microflora.

Storage conditions and shelf life of the drug Fortiflora

Fortiflora is stored in a place protected from:

• Sveta;
• high humidity;
• children and pets.

Storage is carried out within 3 years from the date of production indicated on the package, at a temperature not exceeding 25 ⁰ C.

Table: comparison of the agent Fortiflor and its analogues

Name	Structure	Indications	Contraindications	Price
Fortiflora	Enterococcus faecium; proteins, fats, fiber, vitamins C and E, taurine	Intestinal dysbiosis; violation of the consistency of feces in kittens; as part of the treatment of pathology of the digestive system; diarrhea caused by diarrhea, antibacterial drugs, or stress	Individual hypersensitivity to the constituent components	1460 for 30 sachets (1 sachet per day)
Lactobifid	Lyophilisate of cultures of lactobacilli, bifidobacteria, streptococci; milk powder, lactose	During periods of increased stress on the body - during stress, decreased immunity, after taking antibacterial drugs, transferred infectious diseases, surgical interventions, vaccinations; when changing the type of diet; during pregnancy, as well as after childbirth; to improve the elimination of toxins in liver failure; during the recovery period after severe blood loss, burns	Individual hypersensitivity to the constituent components	88 for 20 tablets (one tablet per day)
Prokolin	Enterococcus faecium, fructooligosaccharides, acacia extract, pectin, dextrose, kaolin, soybean oil	In case of acute poisoning, infectious diseases, antibiotic therapy, helminthiasis, stool disorders due to stress or changes in diet	Individual hypersensitivity to the constituent components	800-1000 per 30 ml (1-2 ml per day)

Reviews of cat owners and veterinarians

Fortiflora is a probiotic food supplement containing the Enterococcus faecium strain to normalize the composition of the intestinal microflora, the violation of which is caused by various factors, as well as for the prevention of such disorders. Fortiflora has a positive effect on the state of the digestive system and immunity, contains a number of nutrients, vitamins and trace elements. Owners, using Fortiflora in complex therapy, note its effectiveness. Veterinarians, at least some of them, are skeptical about the prescription of this dietary supplement due to the lack of evidence on the benefits of probiotics in cats. All components of Fortiflora are highly safe and approved for use in both pregnant cats and small kittens.