Ausrichter Richtafort B12 Injection 100mL

Ausrichter Richtafort B12 Injection 100mL – Phosphorus & Vitamin B12 Supplement

Ausrichter Richtafort B12 is an injectable phosphorus and Vitamin B12 supplement formulated to support energy metabolism, muscle function and general metabolic health in horses, cattle and dogs.

Containing sodium oxybenzylphosphinic acid and cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12), Richtafort supplies nutrients involved in normal muscular energy production, carbohydrate and protein metabolism, and red blood cell formation.

Phosphorus plays an essential role in energy transfer within the body, including the production and utilisation of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the primary energy carrier used in muscular activity. Vitamin B12 contributes to normal red blood cell production and nutrient metabolism.

Richtafort may be used as part of a veterinarian-directed nutritional and recovery support program for performance horses, working animals and animals recovering from illness or periods of increased metabolic demand.

Key Features & Benefits

• Provides a combination of phosphorus and Vitamin B12 in an injectable formulation.

• Supports normal energy metabolism and muscular function.

• Phosphorus contributes to ATP-dependent energy processes and skeletal muscle activity.

• Vitamin B12 supports normal red blood cell formation.

• Assists normal carbohydrate and protein metabolism.

• May be used in veterinarian-directed nutritional support during recovery from illness or surgery.

• Suitable for horses, foals, cattle and dogs.

• Supplied in a convenient 100mL multi-dose vial.

How Richtafort B12 Works

Phosphorus – Energy & Muscle Function

Phosphorus is an essential mineral involved in numerous metabolic processes.

It contributes to:

• ATP production and energy transfer within cells.

• Normal skeletal and cardiac muscle function.

• Carbohydrate metabolism.

• Bone and skeletal development.

• General metabolic activity.

ATP is the body's primary energy-carrying molecule. During muscular activity, ATP releases energy required for muscle contractions and other cellular functions.

Vitamin B12 – Blood & Metabolic Support

Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) plays an important role in normal metabolic function.

It contributes to:

• Red blood cell formation.

• Carbohydrate and protein metabolism.

• Normal cellular processes.

• Nutritional support where Vitamin B12 supplementation is indicated.

Together, phosphorus and Vitamin B12 support metabolic processes important to active, growing and recovering animals.

Recommended Applications

For Horses & Foals

Richtafort B12 may be used under veterinary direction where phosphorus and Vitamin B12 supplementation is indicated.

Potential applications include nutritional support for:

• Horses undertaking demanding exercise and training.

• Normal muscular energy metabolism.

• Recovery following illness or surgery.

• Horses requiring additional metabolic support.

• Foals where supplementation is considered appropriate by a veterinarian.

For Dogs

Richtafort B12 is also suitable for dogs and may be prescribed by a veterinarian when injectable phosphorus and Vitamin B12 supplementation is required.

For Cattle

Richtafort B12 is also indicated for cattle, including use associated with periods of increased metabolic demand.

Active Constituents

Each mL contains:

• Sodium oxybenzylphosphinic acid – 125mg (equivalent to 20mg elemental phosphorus).

• Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) – 50 micrograms.

Directions for Use

For veterinary-directed administration only.

The Ausrichter manufacturer leaflet specifies the following dosages:

• Horses: 10–25mL

• Foals: 5–12mL

• Cattle: 10–25mL

• Calves: 5–12mL

• Dogs: 1–5mL

The manufacturer states that treatment may be repeated every second day as required.

Administration

The manufacturer identifies intramuscular and subcutaneous injection as routes of administration for horses, cattle and dogs.

Intravenous administration via the jugular vein is also described for horses.

All injections must be performed by a veterinarian or under appropriate veterinary direction, using sterile equipment and suitable injection-site preparation.

Dosage, administration route and treatment frequency should be determined by the treating veterinarian with reference to the current Australian product label.

Product Specifications

Brand: Ausrichter

Product: Richtafort Phosphorus 125 + Vitamin B12 Injection

Form: Injectable solution

Suitable Species: Horses, foals, cattle and dogs

Pack Size: 100mL multi-dose vial

Manufacturer: Richter Pharma, Austria

Withholding Period: Nil, as stated in the manufacturer's supplied leaflet. Check the current Australian label for applicable conditions.

Storage Instructions

Store below 25°C and protect from light.

Keep out of reach of children.

Important Information

Richtafort B12 is an injectable veterinary product and should be used only under appropriate veterinary direction.

Do not exceed the prescribed dose or administer using an unapproved route.

Consult your veterinarian before use in pregnant, lactating, young or unwell animals.

Veterinary advice should also be sought when investigating unexplained fatigue, reduced performance, poor appetite or prolonged recovery, as these may have underlying causes requiring diagnosis and treatment.

Competition and Racing Horses

Owners and trainers should check the medication and treatment rules applicable to their racing authority or equestrian discipline before administering injectable supplements.

A nil withholding period on a product leaflet does not necessarily establish eligibility to compete under all racing or competition medication regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Ausrichter Richtafort B12 used for?

A: Richtafort B12 is an injectable phosphorus and Vitamin B12 supplement used to support normal energy metabolism, muscle function and other metabolic processes in horses, cattle and dogs. It should be administered under veterinary direction.

Q: Is Richtafort B12 suitable for horses?

A: Yes. The manufacturer specifically identifies horses as a suitable species and provides directions for equine administration.

Q: Can Richtafort B12 be used for foals?

A: Yes. The manufacturer's leaflet includes foals in its dosage instructions. A veterinarian should determine whether supplementation is suitable for an individual foal.

Q: Can Richtafort B12 be used in dogs?

A: Yes. The manufacturer includes dogs among the intended species. The appropriate dose and method of administration should be determined by a veterinarian.

Q: What is the difference between phosphorus and Vitamin B12?

A: Phosphorus is an essential mineral involved in cellular energy transfer, muscle function and bone development. Vitamin B12 is involved in red blood cell formation and normal nutrient metabolism. Richtafort combines these nutrients in an injectable formulation.

Q: Does Richtafort B12 help with energy and performance?

A: Phosphorus and Vitamin B12 are involved in normal energy metabolism and muscle function. Richtafort provides these nutrients when supplementation is indicated, but it should not be considered a substitute for appropriate nutrition, training, veterinary assessment or management of underlying health issues.

Q: Can Richtafort B12 be administered intravenously?

A: The manufacturer provides for intravenous administration via the jugular vein in horses. Intravenous injections should only be performed by an appropriately qualified veterinary professional.

Q: How often can Richtafort B12 be administered?

A: The manufacturer's leaflet states that treatment may be repeated every second day as required. The treating veterinarian should determine the appropriate schedule for each animal.

Q: Does Richtafort B12 contain 125mg of phosphorus per mL?

A: No. Each mL contains 125mg of sodium oxybenzylphosphinic acid, which is equivalent to 20mg of elemental phosphorus. The formulation also contains 50 micrograms of Vitamin B12 per mL.

Q: What size is Richtafort B12 available in?

A: Ausrichter Richtafort B12 is supplied in a 100mL multi-dose vial.

Q: How should Richtafort B12 be stored?

A: Store below 25°C and protect from light, following the manufacturer's storage instructions.

Q: Can Richtafort B12 be used in competition or racehorses?

A: Owners and trainers should consult their veterinarian and relevant racing or equestrian authority before use. Medication and treatment rules may apply to injectable products, irrespective of the manufacturer's stated withholding period.