The predominant action of vitamin E is that of regulating the oxidation processes of the
body. This anti-oxidant action links vitamin E with vitamin A metabolism (it is used for
the stabilisation of vitamin A in foodstuffs), and with that the unsaturated fatty acids. It
prevents or slows down the formation of free radicals and hyper peroxides from polysaturated
fatty acids. The decrease in peroxide formation can be considered a stabilising
effect on cell membranes, containing poly-saturated fatty acids. Selenium is a trace
element, reducing tissue peroxides and stimulating immunity response. Interaction
with vitamin E is sometimes synergistic and sometimes partially substitutive.
VITA-ES15 is indicated for vitamin E and/or selenium deficiency in calves, lambs, sheep,
goats and poultry. Encephalomalacia (Crazy Chick Disease), muscular dystrophy (White
Muscle Disease, Stiff Lamb Disease), exudative diathesis (generalised oedematous
condition), and decreased hatchability of eggs.
