Addison Biological
Laboratory, Inc. "Improving the Lives of
Animals Through Innovative and Exclusive
Veterinary Technologies"
Zn7™ Equine Wound Care Formula
Maxi/Guard® Zn7™
Equine Wound Care - is
the first natural topical that provides substantial anti-pruritic,
anti-microbial, and wound healing benefits, allowing veterinarians
to reduce their steroid and/or antibiotic therapy.
Technically, Zn7™ Equine is zinc complexed with two amino acids in neutralized form.
Veterinary and medical journals offer substantial documentation that
zinc has been used from antiquity to the present for its anti-pruritic
and wound healing benefits. Calamine lotion, modern medicine's
most popular anti-pruritic, is a zinc-based topical. Zinc
oxide, a very popular skin healer and protector, is of course
zinc-based, but is only 20% bioavailable and not water soluble.
How
Does it Work? - Zn7™ Equine is the result of 10 years
of research at a major university. After trials with over 130
combinations of zinc ion with amino acids, a select few were found
that increased the zinc solubility. The amino acids (L-lysine
and Taurine) and zinc form a complex bond that inhibits zinc
precipitation in the neutral pH (6.8 - 7.2) range.
Zinc is an essential trace element and is a component of about 300
metalloenzyme systems. Many of these enzymes play key roles in
extra-cellular matrix remodeling, wound healing, connective tissue
repair, inflammation, and cell proliferation.
The amino acids utilized are L-lysine and Taurine. L-lysine is
involved in collagen cross-linking, has been used in herpes therapy,
and helps with the formation of antibodies. Taurine, a sulfur
amino acid, plays an essential role in maintaining zinc levels in
serum. It has been shown that when solutions or ointments
contain zinc gluconate and amino acids, zinc is easily transported
across plasma membranes. It is well established that only
normal zinc-sufficient cells play a key role in physiological and
biochemical functions of the body.
Helpful Hint - Maxi/Guard® Zn7™ Equine Wound
Care Formula (4 ounce spray for dermal application) contains no
intentional ingredients which could result in a positive blood or
urine analytical test for non-permitted substances in race or show
horses. The Zn7™ ingredient list includes deionized water,
zinc gluconate, carboxymethylcellulose, taurine, L-lysine,
methylparaben, and propylparaben. These ingredients are
generally natural having comparable endogenous counterparts and are
not targeted during post-race testing. Zn7™ presents no risk
of resulting in a positive test for non-permitted substances.
Usage
- Maxi/Guard®
Zn7™ Equine wound care formula should be prescribed for the
following types of wounds or cases:
1. A broad spectrum of skin and flesh
wounds where you need to
reduce your steroid
and/or antibiotic demand by using a natural
anti-pruritic,
anti-microbial skin care topical.
2. Skin abrasions and lacerations, both
above and below the knee
or hock.
3. Wounds located over soft tissue and
muscle masses.
4. Traumatic wounds of the skin where
suturing is not possible.
5. Edges of sutured wounds.
6. Full thickness cast sores.
7. As an adjunct when an antibiotic or
steroid is indicated.
8. Saddle sores, bridle sores, dew
poisoning/heal cracks, thrush,
grab wounds, mud rash,
thermal burns, and other dermatoses.
9. Wounds or dermatology cases that are slow
to respond with
hair regrowth.
10. Post-surgery cases where a topical is beneficial to
reduce the
surgery site irritation, itch,
and infection.
11. Wounds where reduced scar tissue or no formation of
exuberant granulation
tissue (proud flesh) is desired.
12. Cases requiring good product compliance and minimal
wrap
requirements.
