So much more than a sponge

Veterinarian-formulated to help address equine colonic distress in the field or at the clinic. BioClay Plus Powder is the only adsorbent bioactive clay supplement for horses that also includes probiotics, prebiotics, L-glutamine, and electrolytes.

ADVANCED 5-in-1 FORMULA:

1. Di-octahedral Smectite Clay
2. Probiotics
3. Prebiotics
4. L-Glutamine
5. Electrolytes

HOW IT HELPS YOUR EQUINE PATIENTS

• Adsorbent bioactive clay supports toxin removal
• The research-supported probiotic strain Saccharomyces cerevisiae boulardii (which can be used concurrently with antibiotic therapy) helps maintain a healthy microbial population in the horse’s GI tract
• Complementary prebiotics nourish and support the stressed microbiome
• L-glutamine, an important amino acid and the enterocytes’ preferred energy source, supports healing of the GI tract lining at the cellular level
• Electrolytes support re-hydration after fluid loss
  

HOW IT HELPS YOU PROVIDE THE BEST CARE

• This powdered formula is finely milled and silky smooth, allowing it to mix into solution easily in water (start with the powder in the bucket first, then add water gradually while mixing)
• Flows smoothly through the the nasogastric tube – no more clogging or “ratcheting” feeling from caked product in the pump, and an easier experience for your equine patients
• Helps address colonic distress from multiple angles - toxin removal, microbiome support, enterocyte health, and fluid balance - all in one.

OTHER FEATURES:

• Our probiotics are microencapsulated and lyophilized (dried) to protect them against heat and moisture
• Competition safe

BioClay Plus Powder is for veterinary use only. Veterinarians, please contact us or your preferred distributor partner to place an order for this or any FullBucket product.

This trusted BioClay Plus formula is also available to both veterinarians and horse owners in a convenient paste for oral administration.

AVAILABLE SIZES:

• 1 kg (1 serving) tub
• 5 5k (5 serving) tub

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

Mix with water and administer via nasogastric tube at first sign of gastrointestinal disturbance. Repeat up to twice daily.

OTHER INGREDIENTS: Guar gum, Lecithin, Maltodextrin, Salt.

Keep packaging closed and in a cool, dry environment. Keep out of the reach of children. For use in equine only.

How does this formula differ from BioSponge® and Bio-Absorb?

Like our formula, BioSponge and Bio-Adsorb also provide adsorbent dioctahedral smectite clay to help remove toxins from the gut. The difference is that FullBucket’s BioClay Plus Powder also provides probiotics and prebiotics (to support the gut microbiome), L-glutamine (to support cellular health of the GI tract lining), and electrolytes (to support hydration), making it a more comprehensive option.

Additionally, veterinarians report that our BioClay Plus Powder formula is smoother and easier to work with when tubing sick horses, because of how easily it dissolves in water and because it will not clump in the pump or “explode” from the tube. And there’s no need to mix with yogurt or other ingredients. 

How does this formula differ from Assure®Guard Gold-NG?

The primary ingredient in AssureGuard Gold-NG is psyllium seed husk, used primarily to purge sand from the horse’s GI tract, whereas the primary ingredient in FullBucket’s BioClay Plus is a bioactive clay, included to help adsorb toxins from the gut.

I thought it was a bad idea to feed/administer probiotics at the same time as an adsorbent clay, but your formula contains both. Does the clay adsorb the probiotics before they can have a benefit on the microbiome?

This formula’s primary probiotic, Saccharomyces cerevisiae boulardii, is a large, complex yeast organism made up of mannoproteins and glucans. S. boulardii is too large for the direct adsorption mechanisms of smectite clay, which binds smaller molecules, ions, and bacterial cells. Additionally, charge dynamics are a factor; S. boulardii has a to slightly negative surface charge, repelling any affinity for the negatively charged smectite clay. Smectite clay’s adsorption mechanism primarily targets positively charged toxins and bacteria, further reducing the likelihood of interaction with S. boulardii. Lastly, S. boulardii promotes healthy microbial populations in the gut and the smectite clay promotes formation of beneficial biofilms. Therefore together, the S. boulardii and smectite clay promote healthy microbial populations and biofilms to protect the gut during the period of distress.

As a veterinarian, what is the best method for mixing this product into solution before administering it via NG tube?

Our team of FullBucket veterinarians recommend starting with the powder in the bucket and then adding 6 L of water a little at a time. We like to say, “it’s like making gravy”  – meaning, don’t put all the liquid in at once or you'll get lumps. 

I’m a horse owner, why can’t I purchase this powder version of BioClay Plus Powder?

The powder form of BioClay Plus is only available for veterinarians because it was formulated to be administered via nasogastric tube as part of your veterinarian’s treatment plan, when working to quickly address serious and/or sudden-onset loose manure and colonic distress. We offer the same formulation in an easy-to-administer oral paste that is available for horse owners to purchase here. This is a great option to have on hand for more mild cases of GI upset, and the paste may be recommended by your veterinarian when your horse is recovering from his initial treatment. Either way, we always recommend talking to your veterinarian whenever digestive concerns arise.