Herbal Tinctures Explained

Proflax tinctures explained

The herbs used in Proflax tinctures have been carefully selected for their therapeutic benefits. The dried herb is taken and put through a process called maceration, which means that the herb is steeped in a solvent in order to extract the beneficial bioative compounds. The solvent used is called ethanol.

How safe are tinctures that have been macerated in ethanol?

Tinctures are generally safe for dogs when used as directed, thanks to the extremely low amount of alcohol in the final product. Although ethanol is used during the extraction process to pull out beneficial plant compounds, most of the alcohol is removed afterward. What remains is a minimal amount—far below harmful levels—which is then further diluted when blended with our oils (either flax or fish). In fact, 75% of the final mixture is oil, and only 25% is the herbal tincture blend.

To put this into perspective, it would take around 375 drops of pure alcohol consumed all at once, to pose a danger to dogs, which is far in excess of what would ever be used in a single serving. Plus, tinctures aren’t pure alcohol to begin with. The small doses recommended for dogs contain alcohol levels that are well below any toxic threshold, making them both safe and effective when used properly.

Should you be at all concerned about using Proflax tinctures, please consult your own vet for advice, as they will have your dogs medical history.