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Means Oksivit for bees, the instruction to which contains information on the method of application, is produced by the Russian company "API-SAN" LLC. The chemical product belongs to the category of low-hazard substances in terms of its effect on the human body. Suitable for processing bee hives.
Application in beekeeping
Oxyvit is used to treat rotten diseases in bees. Prescribe the drug when symptoms of European and American foulbrood appear. Helps with other diseases of bees. The mechanism of action of the antibiotic is aimed at combating bacterial infection. Due to vitamin B12, the protective processes in the bee's body are activated.
Composition, release form
The main active ingredient is oxytetracycline hydrochloride and vitamin B12, the auxiliary element is crystalline glucose.
Oksivit is produced for bees in the form of a yellow powder with an unpleasant odor. Packaged in hermetic sachets of 5 mg.
Pharmacological properties
The main actions of the drug:
- Has a bacteriostatic effect.
- Oxyvit for bees stops the reproduction of gram-negative and gram-positive microorganisms.
Instructions for use
Spring processing:
- The drug is added to the sugar-honey dough (Kandy): 1 g of Oxyvit per 1 kg of Kandy. For one family, ½ kg of complementary foods is enough.
- Feeding with a sweet solution: 5 g of medicinal powder is diluted in 50 ml of water with a temperature of + 35 ° C. Then the mixture is poured into a pre-prepared 10 liters of sweet solution. The proportions of sugar and water are 1: 1.
Summer processing.
- Mix for spraying bees. For 1 g of a chemical, 50 ml of water with a temperature of + 35 ° C will be required. The powder is stirred until complete dissolution. After the resulting mixture is stirred in 200 ml of sugar solution, which is made from water and granulated sugar in proportions of 1: 4.
- To dust the honey insects, you will need a mixture: 100 g of powdered sugar and 1 g of Oxyvit. Dusting is performed evenly. To completely process one family, you need 6-7 g of powder.
Dosage, application rules
Oxyvit for bees is used in the form of spraying, feeding, dusting. It is not recommended to combine the procedures with honey pumping. Medical measures are taken after the family is transferred to another, disinfected hive. If possible, then you need to replace the uterus.
The dosage of Oxyvit for bees is 0.5 g per family with a strength of 10 hives. A more effective method is spraying. The consumption of the mixture is 100 ml per frame. It is advisable to use a fine spray to enhance the effect.
Side effects, contraindications, restrictions on use
When using Oksivit according to the instructions, negative reactions have not been established. However, 2 weeks before honey pumping, the treatment with the drug should be stopped.
Shelf life and storage conditions
Long-term storage of Oksivit for bees is allowed in a completely sealed package. It is necessary to exclude contact of the drug with food, feed. Restrict children's access. The room where the medicinal product is stored must be dark and dry. The optimum temperature range is + 5-25 ° С.
The period of use specified by the manufacturer is 2 years from the date of manufacture.
Conclusion
Oxyvit for bees, the instruction to which will not allow you to make mistakes in the fight against foulbrood diseases, is an effective remedy. The chemical product has no contraindications. However, it is necessary to use an antibiotic before or after pumping out the honey. In the process of processing insects, do not forget about personal protective equipment.
