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In modern beekeeping, there are many drugs that protect insects from the invasion of pathogenic microbes. One of these drugs is Apivir. Further, the instructions for "Apivir" for bees, its pharmacological properties, application features and storage conditions are described in detail.
Application in beekeeping
Apivir for bees is widespread in modern beekeeping. All thanks to its complex action. It is used for the treatment and prevention of fungal, viral (acute or chronic paralysis, saccular brood), bacterial (foulbrood, paratyphoid, colibacillosis) and helminthic (nosematosis) infections.
In addition to the specific treatment of invasions by microorganisms, "Apivir" is used as a food supplement to stimulate the growth of bee colonies, to increase their productivity.
Composition, release form
Apivir is a thick mixture of almost black color. The extract has a bright pine needles aroma, bitter taste. The medicine is completely natural and consists of herbal ingredients, including:
- needles;
- garlic extract;
- St. John's wort;
- echinacea;
- licorice;
- eucalyptus;
- Melissa.
The mixture is produced in the form of 50 ml bottles.
Pharmacological properties
"Apivir" for bees has a complex effect and is effective against a wide range of microorganisms. The medicine has the following pharmacological properties:
- antiviral;
- fungicidal, or antifungal;
- bactericidal, or antibacterial;
- antiprotozoal, or antihelminthic.
The drug increases the secretion of royal jelly, increases the resistance of insects to pathogenic microbes and unfavorable environmental conditions. "Apivir" strengthens the immunity of families, thereby significantly reducing their incidence.
"Apivir" for bees: instructions for use
The Apivira instructions for bees indicate that the drug is used only as a top dressing. Since the medicine itself is very bitter and pungent, it is mixed with 50% sugar syrup. For 1 bottle of the drug, you need to take 10 liters of syrup.
The resulting solution is fed to insects in feeders or poured into empty combs. The latter are preliminarily placed in the brood zone.
Another option for using "Apivir" is in the form of a healing kandy. For its preparation, 5 kg of the substance is mixed with 1 bottle of the drug.
Dosage, application rules
For 1 frame, take 50 ml of the mixture or 50 g of medicinal candy. For preventive purposes, 1 complementary food is enough. In the treatment of nosematosis, the procedure is repeated 2 times with an interval of 3 days. If the bees are infected with bacteria or viruses, Apivir is given every few days until the symptoms disappear completely.
Side effects, contraindications, restrictions on use
Subject to the consumption rates of the drug per 1 frame, the correct concentration of syrup, side effects were not observed. The appearance of allergic reactions in a person is possible when the drug gets on the skin. Therefore, gloves and special suits must be worn. There are no additional restrictions on the use of the drug.
Shelf life and storage conditions
The medicine is stored in a dry place, out of sunlight and away from children. The room temperature should be at least + 5 ° С and not more than + 25 ° С.
Conclusion
If you follow the Apivira instructions for bees, the drug will effectively cure insects without causing harm. The extract has a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity. In addition, it enhances the immunity of bees, preventing the occurrence of diseases.
