EPIC Calf Scour Formula

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Feed Supplement for Calves

Patented EPIC base ( Egg Protein In Complexes) provides specific immunoglobulins (IgY's) and non-specific immune cofactors.  The egg protein is blended with select ingredients, each important in supporting the scouring calf.

 

Epic is an Egg Protein In Complexes. Epic is produced by vaccinating chickens with 13 specific antigens that represent pathogens involved in calf scours. The hen puts the specific immunoglobulins (IgY's) and non-specific cofactors into the eggs. Both the whites and yolks of the egg are processed into a very palatable product to be fed in milk, milk replacer, electrolyte solution, or water as a treatment for calf scours.

 

The hens are vaccinated for Clostridium perfringens. This is the primary "bug" in toxic calves. I am very hopeful this product will work for treating clostridial problems. As the clostridia are in the lumen of the gut, vaccinating the calf does not work and neither does Immunoboost. The antibodies have to be in the lumen of the gut to kill the clostridia. By feeding the Epic, we are putting the antibodies where they need to be. I have a few calf raisers using the Epic for Clostridial infections and the early reports are all positive. However, it is very difficult to set up an experiment to prove the Epic works on clostridia. We are relying on the testimonials of other calf raisers.

 

EPIC's Proprietary Formulation Supports the Scouring Calf

 

Dextrose provides a source of energy for calf

 

EPIC Egg Protein Base provides Specific Immunoglobulins (IgY's) and Immune Cofactors

 

Salt (Sodium chloride) and Potassium chloride provide Electrolyte  Yeast Extract provides (MOS) High affinity for binding toxins

         

Lactobacillus acidophilus and Enterococcus faecium provide beneficial

microbials for a healthy gut & to re-establish normal intestinal 

 

Sodium bicarbonate provides buffering agent against acidosis.

 

L-Glutamine provides a limiting amino acid for repair of intestinal villi

 

Charcoal ( coconut derived ) provides absorption of toxins

 

Dextrose provides a source of energy for calf

 

Ingredients

Pasteurized Spray Dried Whole Egg, Salt, Yeast Extract, Sodium Bicarbonate, Charcoal (coconut derived), L-Glutamine, Potassium chloride, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faesium fermentation product, Dextrose, and Silicon Dioxide

 

Precaution

 

Do Not Use in Calves under 24 Hours of age as we do not want the calf absorbing the charcoal and probiotics, prior to gut closure.

 

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude  Protein (minimum) - 21.0%

Crude Fat (minimum) - 11.0% Crude Fiber (minimum) - 1.0%

Lactobacilllus acidophilus (minimum)100,000 CFU/g

Enterococcus Faecium  (minimum) 100,000 CFU/g

 

EPIC is packaged in 2.2 pound (1kg) Pails (90 doses) for $45.00  ($0.90/dose).  

Dosage is one scoop (20 g) in 2 quarts of milk replacer, colostrum or electrolytes. Feed by nipple bottle or esophageal feeder twice daily. Continue for 3 to 5 days or as needed.

 

Special Introductory Offer:  buy 4 pails of EPIC and receive a  FREE Danish Calf Feeder ( valued at $40.38 ). 

 

Click here to go to the Monthly Newsletter Page, September 2004 and October 2004 have additional information about EPIC.