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It's been two weeks since my amel's last regurge and I'm ready to try again. My temps range 70-75 cool and 80-85 warm. No handling and 2 hides etc. Any suggestions other than cutting the head off a pnky? I have been feeding live. I was wondering if anyone has had success with grapefruit seed extract in the water.

Thanks

Mike B

How does grapefruit work?
i'd just like to know.
and kathylove when you send a regurg faq can you send one to me too, just in case. thx

and I will email you the full regurge FAQ as well.

Grapefruit seed extract can sometimes help if the snake has some sort of "stomach bug" (any microbial problem) as it is a natural remedy that is good against many kinds of pathogens, but not as strong as an antibiotic prescribed by a doctor. This product has been used in agriculture for many years and seems to be very safe, as long as you dilute it with enough water that the acidity does not burn the tissues. A vet has told me he feels that it may somewhat alter the pH of the animal and thus change the way medicines are absorbed. So if you use this product and then take the snake to a vet, mention the treatment so it can be taken into account if the vet decides to change the prescription because of it. It is best to mix it in a glass and taste it to make sure it is not so bitter that the snake refuses to drink it. I have used it myself and so has my husband. I find it works better on stomach problems than for other symptoms (such as respiratory - I didn't have any luck treating colds or other respiratory problems).You can buy it at a local health food store or online. Please refer to the following website for more background info:

http://www.nutriteam.com/index2.html

Good luck!

Thanks Kathy
Your advice and opinions are highly regarded and greatly appreciated. I got the grapefruit idea from your book.
Thanks for the FAQ also

Mike B