Orotar Granules - Drying-off - Volume of the udder in cows and ewes - 3 x 4g - BOIRON

Orotar Granulés - Drying-off - Udder volume in cows and ewes - 3 x 4g - BOIRON

A homeopathic solution for successful drying-off

Effectively managing udder volume in cows

The drying-off period represents a critical stage in the dairy production cycle. Stopping milking often causes an accumulation of milk. This accumulation significantly increases internal pressure. As a result, the udder volume in cows becomes large and sometimes painful for the animal. A congested udder presents increased health risks. It becomes more susceptible to infections such as mastitis.

The laboratory Boiron developed Orotar Granulés to address this specific issue. This homeopathic veterinary medicine targets udder conditions related to congestion. It works by supporting the body's natural resorption processes. By targeting congestion, this treatment helps reduce tissue tension. The animal thus regains comfort more quickly. Good management of udder volume from the start of drying-off safeguards the health of the next lactation.

Safe support for ruminants

The use of homeopathy in livestock farming offers considerable advantages for herd management. Orotar Granulés respects the animal's body. It is perfectly suited to dairy cows, but also to ewes (sheep) and goats (caprine). The specific formulation of this product combines several recognised homeopathic strains. It notably contains Pulsatilla, Calcarea carbonica ostrearum and Urtica urens. These components work together to soothe local inflammation.

Moreover, this veterinary medicine does not generate chemical residues in the body. This is a major benefit for farmers concerned about the quality of their production. You can integrate it into an overall health protocol without risk of major veterinary drug interaction. It helps ease the delicate transition of weaning or stopping milking. The animal's welfare is preserved, and the stress linked to udder pain is reduced.

The benefits of Orotar granules for your herd

Choosing Orotar Granulés to manage drying-off offers multiple practical and economic benefits:

• No withdrawal period: You lose neither milk nor meat, as there is no withdrawal period for food products.
• Ease of administration: The granule form is easy to give to the animal.
• Versatility: This product is suitable for cows, ewes and goats.
• Reduced risks: It limits udder oedema and prevents complications linked to an overly swollen udder.
• Natural approach: It fits perfectly into a sustainable or organic farming approach (according to specifications).

Frequently asked questions about Orotar Granulés BOIRON

What is the size of a normal udder?

Udder size varies considerably depending on breed, age and stage of lactation. However, the udder volume in cows should gradually decrease after drying-off. At peak lactation, an udder can hold more than 25 litres of milk. During drying-off, it should dry up and involute (shrink). If the volume remains excessive, hard and warm, this indicates abnormal congestion or inflammation. The goal is to achieve a soft, relaxed udder to allow the tissues to regenerate before the next calving.

How many udders does a cow have?

Anatomically, a cow has a single udder (the pis), divided into four distinct quarters. Each quarter functions independently and has its own teat. It is crucial to monitor each quarter individually during drying-off. Sometimes, the udder volume in cows may seem correct, but a single quarter may remain swollen, indicating a localised problem. Ewes and goats, meanwhile, have an udder divided into two halves with two teats.

Does a cow produce milk without a calf?

To produce milk, a cow must have had a calf. Gestation and calving trigger hormonal lactation. However, once lactation has begun, the cow continues to produce milk as long as it is milked or the calf suckles. Drying-off consists precisely of voluntarily stopping this production about two months before the next calving. This is precisely the moment when the udder volume in cows can become problematic if production does not decrease quickly enough, requiring assistance such as Orotar.

How does Orotar act on udder congestion?

Orotar Granulés uses specific homeopathic strains. Urtica urens is traditionally used to slow milk secretion and reduce oedema. Pulsatilla targets venous congestion and shifting inflammatory states. Calcarea carbonica acts on general metabolism and lymphatic congestion. This combination helps the body resorb fluids accumulated in the udder tissues. By reducing internal pressure, the veterinary medicine relieves pain and promotes rapid involution of the secretory tissue.

To find out more about drying-off

• All products for farm animals: Care and welfare for cows and ewes
• Veterinary products for gestation: Gestation and reproduction of farm animals
• Discover the brand of Boiron homeopathic veterinary medicines