PARNUT Entry 55: Stabilisation of water and electrolyte balance to support the physiological digestion
Particular nutritional purpose: Stabilisation of water and electrolyte balance to support the physiological digestion
Species or category of animal: Calves, pigs, lambs, kids and foals
Essential nutritional characteristics: — Predominantly electrolytes: sodium, potassium and chlorides — Buffering capacity (19) in case of liquid feed: minimum 60 mmol per litre potion ready prepared for feeding — Easily digestible carbohydrates
Recommended length of time: 1 to 7 days
Labelling declarations: — Sodium — Potassium — Chlorides — Carbohydrate source(s) — Bicarbonates and/or citrates (if added)
Other provisions: 1. Recommended range of electrolytes per litre potion ready prepared for feeding: Sodium: 1.7 g – 3.5 g Potassium: 0.4 g – 2 g Chlorides: 1 g – 2.8 g 2. In case of solid feed, the recommended range of electrolytes should be calculated on the basis of a normal daily voluntary intake of water. 3. Indicate on the labelling: — ‘In case of risk of, during periods of, or recovery from digestive disturbance (diarrhoea).’ — ‘It is recommended that advice from a veterinarian be sought before use and before extending the period of use.’ 4. Indicate in the instructions for proper use: — The recommended intake of the ready stirred potion and of milk, if appropriate. — In case of bicarbonates and/or citrates are above 40 mmol per litre potion ready prepared for feeding of ruminants: ‘Simultaneous feeding of milk should be avoided in animals with abomasum’
Source: Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/354, Annex, Part B, entry 55 — EUR-Lex consolidated version 2025-04-22 (CELEX:02020R0354).