Virbac Recharge for Horses Oral Rehydration 5L
- Active ingredient
- Glucose 260 g/L + Chloride Ions 63.96 g/L + Potassium Ions 30.36 g/L + Magnesium Ions 2.93 g/L + Sodium Ions 40.45 g/L + Phosphate Ions 23.17 g/L + Sulfate Ions 11.59 g/L
- Suitable for
- Horses
- Withholding period
- MEAT WITHHOLDING PERIOD NIL — always confirm on the registered label
Recharge Oral Rehydration Concentrate Solution for Horses (APVMA 38814), 5 litre cask. For animal treatment only.
As an aid in restoring fluid and electrolyte levels depleted by strenuous exercise and sweat loss during training, racing, competition and transport in all performance horses.
Recharge is a concentrated solution of body salts and glucose that can be given by oral syringe over the back of the tongue, or diluted with water as a drink. It should be administered, or offered as a first drink, when the horse is thirsty following exercise, transport or heavy sweat loss. As a drink, apple flavoured Recharge is accepted by most horses, but some may prefer a more diluted form initially.
Dosage (for 450-500 kg horses; ponies less than 350 kg offer half dose volumes). Always ensure a separate supply of clean, fresh drinking water is available after administration.
- Light work (up to 30 minutes duration): 40 mL by oral syringe over tongue after exercise, or 40 mL in 2 litres of water
- Moderate work (30-60 minutes duration): 60 mL after exercise, or 60 mL in 3 litres of water
- Heavy work (racing, jumping, dressage, polocrosse, polo, stock work): 80 mL after exercise, or 80 mL in 4 litres of water
- Heavy sweat loss and dehydration in all horses, endurance, eventing: 80 mL after exercise, or 80 mL in 4 litres of water
Special dose rates:
- Severely dehydrated horses: 6-8 litres of made up solution (40 mL Recharge/litre water) may be administered by stomach tube as required under the supervision of a veterinary surgeon.
- Endurance exercise: 60-80 mL can be administered by oral syringe over the tongue, during a ride or at check points, provided water is available or offered immediately.
- Travelling horses (hot weather or long distances): 40-60 mL over tongue with water provided 30-60 minutes before travelling, repeat every 2-3 hours during travelling, and again on arrival as required.
Meat withholding period: Nil.
Active constituents (each 1 litre contains): sodium ions 40.45 g, potassium ions 30.36 g, chloride ions 63.96 g, phosphate ions 23.17 g, magnesium ions 2.93 g, sulfate ions 11.59 g, glucose 260 g.
Store below 30°C (room temperature). Protect from freezing.
Always read the registered label before use (APVMA 38814).
Active Ingredient: Glucose 260 g/L + Chloride Ions 63.96 g/L + Potassium Ions 30.36 g/L + Magnesium Ions 2.93 g/L + Sodium Ions 40.45 g/L + Phosphate Ions 23.17 g/L + Sulfate Ions 11.59 g/L
Chemical Schedule: Unscheduled
APVMA Reg. No: 38814
For use on: Horses
MEAT WITHHOLDING PERIOD NIL
Always read the current registered product label before use. Withholding periods must be observed before slaughter, milking, or egg collection. The label supplied with the product is the legal document and takes precedence. If in doubt, contact TGRM on (07) 5482 1692 or the manufacturer directly.
Always read the current registered product label before use. Dose rates and withholding periods on this page are provided as a guide only. The registered label supplied with the product is the legal document and takes precedence. If in doubt, contact TGRM on (07) 5482 1692 or the manufacturer directly.
Always read the label and follow directions for use. The registered label is the legal document governing use of this product.
Download the Safety Data Sheet for this product:
Download SDS (PDF)Required for safe handling and storage. Keep on-site per WHS regulations.
Common Questions
What is Recharge for Horses used for?
As an aid in restoring fluid and electrolyte levels depleted by strenuous exercise and sweat loss during training, racing, competition and transport in all performance horses.
How do I give Recharge?
By oral syringe over the back of the tongue, or diluted with clean, fresh drinking water as a drink. Always ensure a separate supply of clean, fresh drinking water is available after administration.
How much do I give?
Dosage rates are for 450-500 kg horses: 40 mL after light work (or 40 mL in 2 litres of water), 60 mL after moderate work (or in 3 litres), 80 mL after heavy work, heavy sweat loss or endurance (or in 4 litres). Ponies less than 350 kg offer half dose volumes.
Can I use Recharge for travelling horses?
Yes. For hot weather or long distances: 40-60 mL over tongue with water provided 30-60 minutes before travelling, repeat every 2-3 hours during travelling, and again on arrival as required.
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
Yes, this product ships Australia-wide via road courier. It is too large or heavy for Australia Post. Call us on (07) 5482 1692 if you have any questions about delivery to your area.
Can I Click & Collect from Gympie?
Yes — Click & Collect is available from our store at 55 Tozer St, Gympie. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12pm. Click & Collect is FREE on orders of $175 or more, or a flat $10 on orders under $175. Select Click & Collect at checkout and we will have your order ready.