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Elanco Posilac® (rbST)

By Elanco

Last reviewed: February 2026

Compare Posilac® (rbST) pricing, features, and alternatives. Learn how Elanco's Productivity Enhancement solution stacks up for dairy operations.

Comprehensive guide to Posilac (rbST) by Elanco Animal Health.

Key Features

  • Increased Production: About 1 gallon more per cow per day
  • rbST Technology: Recombinant hormone supplement
  • FDA Approved: Approved for use in US

Advanced Features

  • Protocol Management: Optimal administration timing

Ideal For

Farm Types: Production-focused dairies

Competitive Advantages

What sets Posilac® (rbST) apart from alternatives:

  • Proven production increase
  • Elanco quality
  • FDA approved

Pricing Information

Here is the pricing information for Posilac® (rbST):

rbST supplementation approximately $5-7 per dose or $50-100 per cow annually.

Pricing Model: Per-dose purchase through veterinary distributors

Prices verified Q1 2024. Two-week dosing interval. Not approved in some markets.

Pros & Considerations

Advantages:
  • Production boost
  • Proven technology
Considerations:
  • Market acceptance varies
  • Administration required

ROI & Value Proposition

Understanding the return on investment for Posilac® (rbST):

Implementation & Setup

How to implement Posilac® (rbST) on your dairy operation:

Implementation Timeline: Every 14 days

Training & Support

Training and support options available for Posilac® (rbST):

Support Channels:

    Buying Considerations

    Important factors to consider when evaluating Posilac® (rbST):

    • Market acceptance
    • Production goals
    • Labor for administration

    Evaluation Questions

    Key questions to consider when evaluating Posilac® (rbST):

    1. What is your production goal?
    2. Is rbST accepted by your market?

    Market Overview

    About Elanco

    Learn more about Elanco and their complete product lineup on their company profile page.

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