Administration: Administer orally twice daily with initial dosage at 0.5 mL/100 lbs of body weight (0.8 mcg/kg). See label for complete dosage schedule. How much Ventipulmin should I give my horse? Administer orally to your horse. Replace cap to prevent leakage. The initial dosage is 0.5 ml per 100 lbs Read more…
a) For a 500-kg horse, dexamethasone 40 mg (total dose; NOT mg/kg) IM once every other day for 3 treatments, followed by 35 mg (total dose; NOT mg/kg) IM once every other day for 3 treatments, followed by 30 mg (total dose; NOT mg/kg) IM once every other day for Read more…
Atrial fibrillation (erratic rhythm) is the most common cardiac arrhythmia in horses and is associated with poor performance and exercise intolerance. Which arrhythmia is most common? atrial fibrillation (AF) – this is the most common type, where the heart beats irregularly and faster than normal. supraventricular tachycardia – episodes of Read more…
Horses’ saliva has very high concentrations of Latherin, which is a surfactant protein that can turn sweat and saliva into a foam-like substance. Horses have evolved to produce Latherin rich saliva in order to easily digest dry forage and improve thermoregulation. What is the white stuff that comes out of Read more…
There are two products available that contain omeprazole for equine ulcers: GatsroGard and UlcerGard. GastroGard is the FDA-approved treatment for EGUS and is restricted to use with a prescription issued by a licensed veterinarian. Can you give over-the-counter omeprazole to horses? It comes in the form of an oral paste. Read more…
Foals – Feed 10g at birth and again at day 4. Adult Horses – Feed 15g at foaling, following therapy, during strenuous activities, transport, or digestive upset. Feed 15g at first and last day of antibiotic therapy. Can a horse have too much probiotics? Probiotic supplements are designated as Generally Read more…
In general, horses stop eating when they’re sick, have dental problems, or there is a disruption in their routine. Some common causes include colic, gastric ulcers, choke, diarrhea, injuries, bad teeth, and infections. When horses are dehydrated or anxious, they might not eat either. Do horses never stop eating? Providing Read more…
General Drug Information and Indications Dexamethasone commonly is used in horses to treat allergic reactions such as respiratory allergies, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (heaves), hives, itching and inflammatory diseases including arthritis. Is Dex IV or IM for horses? Dexamethasone can be given IV, IM and the solution can even be Read more…
Veterinarians often use drug therapy — a combination of corticosteroids and bronchodilators — to treat horses during acute episodes of respiratory difficulty. Corticosteroids decrease inflammation, while bronchodilators act in the lung to open up the airways of horses experiencing respiratory distress. Can equine asthma be cured? Asthma cannot be cured, Read more…
As hydroxyzine causes sedation, it should be used with extreme caution in working animals such as horses and dogs. What does hydroxyzine do for horses? Hydroxyzine HCL is used to treat hives and itchy or bumpy allergic skin reactions in horses. It may be given orally or intramuscularly. It is Read more…