Anaerobic bacterial preparations of intestinal origin and their use
AssigneeFarmos-Yhtyma Oy
InventorsAntti R. Mikkola, Heli-Riitta M. Hakkinen, Lasse O. Nuotio, Esko V. Nurmi, Carita E. Schneitz
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Abstract
This invention provides a composition useful in the treatment or prophylaxis of disturbances in the normal intestinal bacteria flora in poultry. The composition is intended to be administered as an aqueous mixture and it contains anaerobic bacteria of intestinal origin and an agent, preferably cysteine, which decreases the toxic effect of the oxygen dissolved in the water, and preferably also a substantially neutral buffer.
Claims6
A method for the treatment or prophylaxis of intestinal disturbances in poultry which comprises administering to said poultry in water an effective amount of a bacterial preparation comprising at least one strain of anaerobic bacteria of intestinal origin and an agent which is non-toxic to the said bacteria and which reacts with any oxygen present without generating any product toxic to the said bacteria, said agent being present in an amount effective to prolong the effectiveness of the said preparation.
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