Mycosorb A+

Equitec / Alltech

Mycosorb A+ is the next generation of mycotoxin binder, offering superior binding capabilities, a broader adsorption profile and increased efficacy. Alltech’s continued drive for product and research development has identified this new approach to mycotoxin binding. This has helped determine the precise ingredients needed to expand the binding capabilities of Mycosorb A+. Alltech’s proprietary production ensures total control of the process, complete traceability and conformance to global quality standards.

Mycosorb A+:

• Contributes to managing the impact of mycotoxins.
• Supports immune function.
• Contributes to the control of mycotoxins.
• Reduces mycotoxin absorption within the animal and reduces risk factors associated with the damaging effects of mycotoxins on its health.

What is a Mycotoxin?

Mycotoxins can be found in the moulds and fungi that grow on some grasses (mainly paspalum, rye, couch and some weeds and clover). More than 500 mycotoxins have

been identified to date. They are more prevalent in hot and humid conditions (spring and summer) and can also be found in some commercial feeds and hays.

How does Toxin Binder work?

• Mycosorb A contains two main ingredients;a specific strain of yeast and algae meal. Mycotoxins are throught to bind to this strain of yeast, thus removing them from the horse's digestive tract. The algae is also thought to target and absorb different types of toxins, removing a wider range of toxins when combined.

Signs of Mycotoxin poisoning:

Symptoms can vary widely from horse to horse, but may include;

• Itchy and/or hair loss
• Scabby sores
• Stiffness
• String halt/ staggers
• Wasted topline
• Sunburnt nose
• Persistent cough
• Odd sweating
• Coarse, dull coat
• Persistent greasy heel/ rainscald
• Unexplained spookiness and dangerous behaviour

Mycotoxin poisoning can also cause the following without any obvious signs:

• Depleted minerals in the body
• Decreased immune system
• Negative impact on kidneys, liver and reproductive system
• Severe cases can lead to death

Directions for use:

Add 10g per day to feed

Where there are several horses sharing ground, where one is suspected of having mycotoxin poisoning, it is recommended to feed each horse Mycosorb A+as the other horses symptoms may not be as apparent.