Genitrix reformulates Lacto B probiotic range

RE: Genitrix reformulates Lacto B probiotic range

Rob Watkins — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:22:38 GMT

The 3 strains of bacteria used within the Lacto B products have been fully assessed for quality, safety and efficacy under the European legislation for Veterinary medicines.

Once approved within a marketing authorization, the bacteria can not only be used in the manufacture of that product, but also under the cascade legislation it can be used at alternative strengths and for other species.

If you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact Genitrix: Tel. 01403 786345 or mail@genitrix.co.uk

RE: Genitrix reformulates Lacto B probiotic range

Ian Williams — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:47:54 GMT

The link below is a list of the feed additives registered for use in the EU. There are no probiotics registered for use in rodents and reptiles and in fact only two strains of probiotics are registered for use in dogs and cats (Enterococcus faecium and Lactobacillus acidophilus):

ec.europa.eu/.../comm_register_feed_additives_1831-03.pdf

RE: Genitrix reformulates Lacto B probiotic range

Ian Williams — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:58:24 GMT

Whilst a multistrain probiotic product would likely be beneficial, there are currently no strains which have been authorised for use in all the target species listed above.

This product appears to contravene the current EU legislative requirements for probiotic feed additives. The strains in the product would not have been tested for safety and efficacy in all the target species listed, which is a requirement to register a probiotic as a feed additive in the EU.