Product Description
The ability to sweat is an essential physiological response in the horse if it is to perform in hot and humid climates. This ability to sweat allows the animal to maintain their interior core temperature at such a point so as not to interfere with their enzyme driven metabolic processes which are also of an essential nature. Failure to sweat, anhidrosis, will reduce an equine athletes ability, and jeopardize its life if forced to perform under the afore mentioned conditions.
One AC has been shown effective in controlling the negative effects of anhidrosis in almost 95% of the cases (anecdotal). All breeds are affected and can be accounted for in our records. No side effects have been reported, and no animal has tested positive for drugs on this product. One AC is not a cure for anhidrosis and should not be considered as such.
One AC is based on the theory of an imbalance of dopamine to the nor-adrenaline/adrenaline complex. Dopamine is used first by the brain, secondly by the cardiovascular system and last by the sweating system. A reduction in dopamine, a neurotransmitter and vasodilator, below a critical level, allows the well known vasoconstrictive properties of the nor-adrenaline/adrenaline complex to predominate and reduce the blood carrying capacity of the peripheral vascular system to a minimum, thereby reducing the ability of the sweat glands to function properly. Anhidrosis is a product of excessive stress. By adding the additional stress of high temperature and humidity to an already stressful environment of training, some animals can not produce sufficient dopamine to satisfy their needs. Hence, the imbalance and anhidrosis.
One AC is weight and work dependant, and was designed for the average sized horse (950-1100 lbs). Therefore, for larger or smaller animals the dosage needs to be adjusted. Add or subtract one-half teaspoonful per day for every 100 pounds over or under the designed minimum or maximum weight. Strenuous training or work must be reduced to a minimum for three weeks if maximum results are to be achieved. Walking to maintain muscle tone is suggested, but keep the heart rate below 80 beats per minute. Training and work can commence again at the end of the three week period.
Instructions
Note from SmartPak:
To get the best results when administering One AC in SmartPaks, the manufacturer recommends that horses using One AC for the first time begin with 1 teaspoon administered twice daily. To set up twice daily administration for the first month, use the Custom Dose feature and choose 1 scoop (1 teaspoon) “both AM and PM”. After the first month, you may change the dosage to 2 teaspoons once daily, which is the SmartPak Maintenance Dose.
If you are already administering One AC, use the Maintenance Dose. If your horse does not fall in the weight range of 950-1100 lbs, the Custom Dose feature also allows for adjusting the administration amount. Please call us at 1-800-461-8898 if you require assistance – we are happy to help!
Directions when purchased in bulk:
Horses weighing 950-1100 lbs: 1 level teaspoon daily for four days, then twice daily thereafter
Horses weighing less than 950 lbs: Subtract 1 teaspoon per day for every 300 lbs. under 950 lbs
Horses weighing over 1100 lbs: Add 1 teaspoon per day for every 300 lbs. over 1100 lbs
Please note the following serving sizes when buying this product in SmartPaks:
| One AC |
| Maintenance Dose: |
2 Scoops (2 tsps/6.82 g) daily |
| Loading Dose: |
Not Applicable |
Precautions
It is advisable to keep this and all supplements out of the reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.
Declared Ingredients
| Ingredient | Per Serving | Per Pound |
| Niacin | | 34,050 mg |
| Pyrodoxine HCl | | 34,050 mg |
| d-Calcium Pantothenate | | 68,100 mg |
Other Ingredients
L-Tyrosine, Choline Bitartrate, Niacin, Pyrodoxine HCl, d-Calcium Pantothenate
Note From SmartPak Equine
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We respect and value the importance of your veterinarian as the primary professional in your horse’s management. Supplements are no substitute for regular veterinary care. Symptoms such as weight loss, diarrhea, sudden change in behavior, etc. may be signs of a broader issue, so if you have concerns about your horse’s health, we highly recommend you consult your veterinarian first. Many veterinarians use our Product Specialists as a resource in the care of their own animals, and to help them construct optimal supplement programs for their clients. We welcome calls from your veterinarian, trainer or farrier.
- SmartPak Equine LLC
- 40 Grissom Road, Suite 500
- Plymouth, MA 02360
- 1-877-885-2904
- www.SmartPakEquine.com
Note About Our Pricing
We do our best to keep our prices low, to pass along savings where we can, and to give advanced notice of price increases whenever possible. Because supplement prices can fluctuate with commodity prices, our pricing is sometimes subject to change without prior notice.