OKAPI L-Carnitine Plus
For healthy muscles and a strong heart
250g sufficient for approximately 1–2 months
600g sufficient for approximately 2.5–5 months
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What is OKAPI L-Carnitine Plus?
L-Carnitine is an amino acid derivative that is naturally produced in the horse’s body, but not all horses have sufficient amounts of it. It plays a central role in energy metabolism by converting long-chain fatty acids, especially in heart muscle cells, into available energy. The heart muscle is an extremely energy-demanding organ and requires large amounts of energy to perform its functions optimally. Therefore, it is specialised in efficiently utilising various energy sources, including long-chain fatty acids.
The heart is one of the richest organs in L-Carnitine in the horse’s body, as it derives a large portion of its energy from processing these fatty acids. In contrast, skeletal muscle cannot rely on this form of energy production to the same extent. For this reason, the supplementation of L-Carnitine is particularly beneficial for supporting the heart muscle.
Is OKAPI L-Carnitine Plus suitable for my horse?
OKAPI L-Carnitine is suitable for older horses, sport horses, and those that may be prone to circulatory weakness.
Can I combine OKAPI L-Carnitine Plus with other products?
OKAPI L-Carnitin Plus can be easily combined with other products. We recommend combining it with OKAPI Wild Seeds and OKAPI Lymeth.
How long should I feed OKAPI L-Carnitine Plus ?
In general, it is recommended to administer L-Carnitine for a limited period, such as 6-8 weeks. During this time and after gradually reducing the feed, it is important to closely monitor the horse’s progress. If it is observed that the horse benefits significantly from the supplementation, L-Carnitine can be given on a long-term basis, but this should be discussed on a case-by-case basis with a qualified therapist.
How is OKAPI L-Carnitine Plus fed?
OKAPI L-Carnitin Plus can be mixed directly into the horse’s existing feed.
How do I calculate the correct dosage for my horse?
To calculate the appropriate dosage for OKAPI L-Carnitin Plus, follow these steps:
Determine your horse’s weight. This can be done by weighing the horse, using a weight tape, or by using apps such as the BCI App from our partner Sanoanimal, available for free on both Google Play and the Apple Store.
The general recommendation for OKAPI products is based on a 600 kg horse. The suggested daily amount is 1-2 ml (1 scoop = 4 g), which equals 4-8 g per day.
If your horse weighs 300 kg, the dosage should be adjusted accordingly. The calculation would be:
Daily dose (8 g) ÷ 600 kg × Horse weight (300 kg) = Daily ration (4 g).
This calculation method helps determine the correct amount of OKAPI L-Carnitin Plus based on your horse’s weight.
What is included in OKAPI L-Carnitine Plus?
OKAPI L-Carnitin Plus contains: Grape seed meal, green meal.
Nutritional additives per kg:
300,000 mg L-Carnitine (3a910).
Analytical constituents: Crude fibre: 9.40%, Crude protein: 21.20%, Crude fat: 3.30%, Crude ash: 22.80%, Calcium: 0.22%, Phosphorus: 0.11%, Sodium: 0.05%
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Store in a cool, dry place! Best before: see label.