Animalintex Poultice and Wound Dressing is the only multi-layered antiseptic poultice licensed by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It treats equine and canine conditions like hoof abscesses, infected wounds, mud fever, and laminitis. Manufactured by Robinson Healthcare (or distributed under 3M Animalintex), it features embedded Boric Acid BP to eliminate bacteria and Tragacanth to draw out infection. Three Ways to Apply Animalintex The product is highly versatile and can be prepared in three separate ways depending on the injury. [1] Hot Wet Poultice: Used to increase localized blood flow, draw out pus, and pull deep dirt from infections or hoof abscesses. Cold Wet Poultice: Used to reduce acute inflammation, ease throbbing pain, and minimize swelling on sprains, strains, or bruised areas. Dry Dressing: Applied directly to clean, open wounds to stem light bleeding, manage moisture, and act as protective padding. Step-by-Step Application Guide 1. Prepare and Cut Clean all surface mud from the animal's leg or hoof. Use clean, sharp scissors to cut the dressing pad to the exact size required for the wound. You can save the remaining unused portions in a clean, dry storage bag for future emergencies. 2. Wet or Soak (For Hot/Cold Use) For a hot poultice, place the cut piece plastic-side up in a clean tray and pour in boiled water. Let it cool down safely to 38°C (100°F) so it does not scald the skin. For a cold poultice, follow the same method using boiled water allowed to chill completely or cool in the fridge. Lift the dressing out and gently squeeze out the excess water until it is damp rather than dripping wet. Skip this entire step if you require a dry dressing. 3. Place on the Animal Position the damp or dry pad over the affected area, ensuring the shiny plastic backing faces outward (away from the skin). Mold the soft cotton layers smoothly over the body contours or directly flat against the hoof sole. 4. Secure the Bandage Wrap the area using an outer layer like Veterinary Gamgee padding for leg support if needed. Secure the entire dressing tightly using a flexible, cohesive bandage like an [Equiwrap Bandage](0.5.4, 0.5.9) or Vet Wrap. For hoof applications, apply a strong duct tape pad or explicit duct tape layers across the bottom to create a durable, waterproof boot. 5. Schedule Changes Active Abscesses: Change the hot, wet dressing every 8 hours for the first 48 hours until the infection bursts and drains. Standard Wounds: Change the dressing at least every 12 to 24 hours. Time Limit: Do not use wet poultices for more than 2 to 3 consecutive days without switching to a dry dressing or consulting a vet to avoid skin maceration.
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