{"product_id":"vetprovirex1l","title":"Vetpro Virex 1L","description":"\u003cp\u003e3 Horses Virex is a 100% natural therapeutic product for horses to aid in the relief of symptoms associated with viral respiratory infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViral respiratory infections are extremely common in horses. They are a major cause of respiratory disease and poor performance. They cause irritation and inflammation of the upper and lower respiratory tract, leading to the symptoms of nasal discharge, persistent cough and louder than normal respiration during exercise (‘thick winded’).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly recognition and treatment is important to ensure a fast, uncomplicated recovery. Two important parts of the treatment program are the avoidance of stress (which means keeping the horse rested and warm) and the alleviation of the symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 Horses Virex works in three ways:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy reducing the viscosity of the mucus that block the airways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs an expectorant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy soothing and relieving the respiratory tracts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Liquorice Extract contains Glycyrrhetinic Acid, soothing the airways and thereby reducing the frequency and intensity of coughing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotassium Iodide and Anise Oil are both good expectorants, while Ammonium Chloride breaks the thick mucus secretions down, allowing them to flow up the ‘respiratory tree’ and out the nostrils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 Horses Virex can also be used when other factors such as dust, allergies or bacterial infections produce irritation of the respiratory tract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 Horses Virex contains no prohibited substances so it can be used before and during competition. It is palatable and easy to administer via an oral dosing syringe. Continue for 10-12 days or until horse shows signs of recovery. If the condition persists consult a veterinarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmmonium Chloride 18.5%\u003cbr\u003ePotassium Iodide 6%\u003cbr\u003eLiquorice Extract 5%\u003cbr\u003eAnise Oil 1.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.1mL per Kg LWT\u003cbr\u003eAdult Horse – 60mLs twice daily\u003cbr\u003eYearlings – 40mLs twice daily\u003cbr\u003eWeanlings – 20mLs twice daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maximum relief use with 3 Horses Nasal-Eze\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vetpro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21942653288537,"sku":"100545","price":87.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0048\/3121\/5705\/files\/vetprovirex.jpg?v=1781746762","url":"https:\/\/petandpaddock.co.nz\/products\/vetprovirex1l","provider":"Pet \u0026 Paddock","version":"1.0","type":"link"}