Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) for Pets, Animals, Birds and Livestock
Please read: Warnings
Recommended number of drops are given for MAXIMUM available strength Citricidal® Liquid (60% grapefruit extractives (quaternary compound) and 40% vegetable glycerine) - 1 drop MAXIMUM strength Citricidal® Liquid contains 33mg GSE.
- 4 drops of MAXIMUM strength Citricidal® Liquid Is equivalent to: 12 drops
NutriBiotic® GSE Liquid Concentrate (i.e. 3 times as many drops).
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INTERNAL Uses
If in doubt, consult a veterinarian
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- GSE proves to be an excellent and safe remedy for internal diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites/worms or fungi.
- The animals intestinal flora (Essential to its immune system) is often damaged by antibiotics, but GSE has been shown to be less damaging - Some animal owners give a preventative dose on a regular basis. In acute cases, the dosage can be increased dramatically without ill effects, but it is wise to increase the dosage frequency rather than increase the size of the dose by more than 2 or 3 times.
Animal weight / GSE internal use dosage chart
Add dose to animal's food or 1 cup of their water
- Give a NON-sick animal the maintenance dose once per day.
- If treating animal for a disorder, then give the maintenance dosage 3 times per day.
Doses can be increased up to 5 times per day in acute cases. To prevent immune system becoming lazy on maintenance dose, stop treatment one week out of every three weeks
¼ tsp. = 30 drops
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Body Weight (lbs) |
Maintenance
GSE Dose |
Body Weight (lbs) |
Maintenance
GSE Dose |
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2 to 20 |
1 drop |
160 |
8 drops |
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40 |
2 drops |
180 |
9 drops |
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60 |
3 drops |
200 |
10 drops |
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80 |
4 drops |
300 |
15 drops |
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100 |
5 drops |
500 |
25 drops |
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120 |
6 drops |
600 |
30 drops |
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MAINTENANCE / PREVENTATIVE DOSE |
For a non-sick animal, give the maintenance dose for the animal's size once per dayto protect against infectious diseases. If your animal has been treated for a disease or condition, then give a dose half as much as for the treatment for the disease or condition to prevent its return. Promotes good coat and skin health. See Dosage Chart above. |
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ANTIBIOTIC / DISORDERS caused by BACTERIA, VIRUSES, PARASITES or FUNGI |
Give the animal the maintenance dose for its size in its food or into 1 cup of water, 3-5 times daily.(See Animal Weight / GSE Internal Use Dosage Chartabove). |
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PARASITES / WORMS |
Give dose recommended for parasites to animal every day for a week. Repeat after 2 weeks and again after 4 weeks, then put animal on half the treatment dosage to prevent parasites from returning. (See Dosage Chart above). |
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BAD BREATH |
Mix 3-4 drops in 1 cup water and spray into the animal's mouth 2 times daily. Expect a dramatic improvement after a few days. Also allow pet to drink the water. |
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FUNGAL DISEASE of the MOUTH |
Mix 7-10 drops in 1qtof water and spray directly into the mouth 2-3 times daily. Also put pet on maintenance dose above. |
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DIARRHEA / BLADDER INFECTION / INCONTINENCE |
Often caused by spoiled food,worms (parasites) or harmful bacteria. Put the animal on a 24-hour liquid diet (vegetable broth and lots of water). Use maintenance dosage in Animal Weight / GSE Internal Doses chart above. Repeat in 2-3 hours, then put pet on maintenance dosage above. |
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ARTHRITIS |
Give recommended maintenance dose 3 times daily between meals. If arthritis is related to germs, making GSE an appropriate solution, then you should see improvement in 4-8 weeks, after which give half dosage for a few more weeks, then put animal on maintenance dose. Giving probiotic cultures with meals to improve good bacteria levels in the intestines will help prevent recontamination. (See Animal Weight / GSE Internal Use Dosage Chart above). |
EXTERNAL Uses
Doses can be increased / decreased as necessary
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- GSE proves to be an excellent and safe remedy for skin diseases, external injuries, infections caused by bacteria, viruses or fungi.
- GSE is extremely good for disinfecting cuts and scrapes to aid speedy healing.
WARNINGS:Any mixtures that are used for spraying should be mixed very thoroughly before spraying and between sprayings - GSE has a tendency to settle making it stronger at the bottom of the container, which may irritate, swell or burn an animal's tongue, if licked.If GSE gets into the animal's eyes, flush them out immediately with plenty of water (warm if possible) for 15 minutes -consult a veterinarian if necessary. |
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CLEANING DISINFECTANT |
Mix 10-16 drops to 1 qt. of water for cleaning cages, feeding bowls/ troughs, baskets and blankets, etc. |
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FISH TANK ALGAECIDE |
Mix 1-2 drops WELL in 2 cups water before adding to tank. Allow a day to evaluate algae decrease and repeat if necessary, increasing number of drops by 1 each day if necessary, according to results.Since GSE is very powerful, don't add more drops than needed or you will kill the fish.GSE is also good for keeping fish healthy from diseases, parasites and fungus. |
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FLEA / MITE SHAMPOO |
Shampoo fur thoroughly with a mix of 3-10 drops per Tbsp.and leave on for several minutes before rinsing well. Repeat the process after 3 days. For stubborn cases rub in a few drops added to a little olive or vegetable oil 2times daily. Do not allow animal to lick this highly concentrated mixture, which may irritate or burn animal's tongue. |
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EAR MITES / INFECTIONS |
To clean ear thoroughly mix NO MORE THAN 1 drop in 1 oz. (1/8 cup) water or vegetable glycerin. Use 2 times daily until problem is gone, then clean once a month. Very effective for cat's fungal ear infections. |
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MANGE / FUNGAL INFECTION |
Use flea / mite shampoo mix above OR rub a mix of 3 drops in 1 Tbsp.vegetable or olive oil on affected area every 2-3 days until condition improves. |
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PET ODORS |
Spray body with a mix 3-5 drops in 1 quart water. Effective. Do not to get it in the animal's eyes-see warning above. |
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RINGWORM (A fungal infection) |
Spray a mix of 1 tsp. GSE to 5 Tbsp. water or rub a mix of 1 tsp. in 5 Tbsp.olive or vegetable oil on affected area 3-4 times daily. Do not get it in the animal's eyes, see warning above. |
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CUTS / WOUNDS |
Spray wound liberally and often with a mixture of 1tsp. GSE in ½cupdistilled or cooled, boiled water in a clean spray bottle. A deep wound requires a more diluted solution. See a veterinarian for severe wounds. |
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SICK BIRDS |
Thoroughly Mix 1 drop into ½ cup drinking water to eliminate internal parasites. For health maintenance add 1 drop thoroughly mixed in 1 cup of drinking water. All birds including chickens, turkeys, parakeets. |
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SKIN FUNGI or BACTERIAL DISEASE |
Spray affected area with a well mixed solution of 10-15 drops GSE in 2 cups water. Do not get it in the animal's eyes, see warning above. |
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TURTLES / REPTILES / AMPHIBIANS |
These pets can harbor Salmonella. To disinfect cages and hands etc., spray them with a thorough mix of 8 drops in 2 cups water. If you think pet is ill and possibly suffering from parasites, salmonella etc. then try adding GSE to their water according to the fish tank recommendation above. Or use 1 drop per cup water. |
