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Formulation and use of microorganisms in treating livestock

US5718894A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 13, 1994
Grant dateFeb 17, 1998
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Expiry dateJul 13, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Y111/01007
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

For therapeutic use, and particularly for promoting growth or weight gain in livestock under intensive husbandry, a formulation comprises a first microorganism capable of producing lactic acid in the gastrointestinal tract of the animal and a second microorganism capable of producing a bactericide to which the microorganisms are resistant. The formulation may also comprise the means for digesting fiber and/or lactoperoxidase.

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