Shop for Horses
-
RX - GastroGard 37 percent Omeprazole Oral Paste, 2.28g
What is GastroGard? GastroGard is used to treat and prevent stomach ulcers.Who is it for? GastroGard is for horses 4 weeks and older.What are the benefits? Treats and prevents gastric ulcers Proven to heal ulcers in 4 weeks - even while horse continues to train Contains the active ingredient omeprazole, the leading anti-ulcer medication A high percentage of horses in performance training develop stomach ulcers. GastroGard helps treat and prevent these ulcers. It elevates stomach pH for a full 24 hours after dosing, allowing convenient once-daily dosing.How does GastroGard work? GastroGard decreases acid production in the stomach, which creates an environment in which ulcer healing can occur.Is there a generic equivalent available? No.How is it given? GastroGard Paste is generally administered orally once-a-day for 4 weeks. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian and the administration directions from the manufacturer. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian.This medication should only be given to the horse for whom it was prescribed.What results can I expect? In research studies, 99 percent of horses had healed ulcers after 28 days of treatment.What form(s) does it come in? This medication comes in an oral paste.Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. -
RX - FluMeglumine Injectable 50mg/ml Injectable 250cc
What is FluMeglumine? FluMeglumine is used to treat musculoskeletal problems and pain associated with colic. This prescription drug controls pain and inflammation in horses and may also be prescribed by some veterinarians for the treatment of toxic shock.Who is it for? FluMeglumine is for horses.What are the benefits? FluMeglumine treats musculoskeletal problems and pain associated with colic Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) controls pain and inflammation Fast-acting prescription NSAID for horses FluMeglumine is most commonly used to treat musculoskeletal problems and the pain associated with colic. It may also be used by some veterinarians for the treatment of toxic shock. The active ingredient is flunixin meglumine, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that controls pain and inflammation in horses. Please purchase needles and syringes separately. For horses.How does FluMeglumine work? FluMeglumine treats musculoskeletal problems and the pain associated with colic by means of its anti-inflammatory properties. FluMeglumine contains the prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) flunixin meglumine that decreases pain by exerting its effect on pain centers in the brain and/or decreasing pain locally by reducing swelling and inflammation at the site of irritation.Is there a generic equivalent available? FluMeglumine is a branded generic.How is it given? FluMeglumine is given by injection. Always use a new sterile needle and syringe for each injection. When finished, place the needle and syringe in a puncture-resistant container. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. This medication should only be given to the horse for whom it was prescribed.What results can I expect? FluMeglumine does not cure a disease but can effectively reduce symptoms of pain and inflammation. The -
RX - Estradiol 1mg Tablet
What is Estradiol? Estradiol is a prescription estrogen (estradiol cypionate) used to induce estrus (start the heat cycle) in horses. In the past it was used to prevent pregnancy (mis-mate shot) in dogs and cats, and to treat urinary incontinence, but is generally not recommended for those purposes now since other therapies are available.Who is it for? Estradiol is for horses, and rarely for dogs and cats due to its toxicity.What are the benefits? Prescription estrogen, estradiol cypionate Used to induce estrus in horses Available in convenient tablet form Estradiol is the prescription estrogen, estradiol cypionate. How does Estradiol work? Estradiol is an estrogen, which is a hormone that when elevated induces (starts) estrus in horses.Is there a generic equivalent available? This is a generic medication.How is it given? Estradiol is given by mouth. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. This medication should only be given to the horse/pet for whom it was prescribed.What results can I expect? Estrus will usually begin two to three days after treatment.What form(s) does it come in? Tablet.Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. -
RX - Cimetidine Tablets 800mg Tablet
What is Cimetidine? Cimetidine decreases stomach acid production in horses. It helps treat existing ulcers as well as prevent the formation of new ulcers. Cimetidine is also used to treat inflammation of the stomach (gastritis), inflammation of the esophagus, and gastric or esophageal reflux.Who is it for? Cimetidine 400mg and 800 mg tablets are for horses.What are the benefits? Prescription medication for the reduction of stomach acid production Aids in the treatment of ulcers and the prevention of ulcer formation Cimetidine is also used in the treatment of gastritis and esophagitis The active ingredient Cimetidine is used to decrease the amount of stomach acid produced. This aids in the treatment of ulcers that are present and helps prevent ulcer formation. Cimetidine is also used in the treatment of gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) and esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus) and gastric or esophageal reflux.How does Cimetidine work? Cimetidine blocks the action of histamine in the stomach, where histamine triggers acid production.Is there a generic equivalent available? Cimetidine is a generic medication.How is it given? Cimetidine tablets are given by mouth. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. Duration of treatment depends on reason for and response to treatment.This medication should only be given to the horse for whom it was prescribed.What results can I expect? Cimetidine works rapidly after being absorbed from the intestinal tract. When used for the treatment of gastric ulcers, however, it must be used long-term since the ulcers may be slow to heal. Once the medication is discontinued, the stomach will start to produce more acid again. What form(s) does it come in? Tablet.Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. -
RX - Cimetidine Tablets 400mg Tablet
What is Cimetidine? Cimetidine decreases stomach acid production in horses. It helps treat existing ulcers as well as prevent the formation of new ulcers. Cimetidine is also used to treat inflammation of the stomach (gastritis), inflammation of the esophagus, and gastric or esophageal reflux.Who is it for? Cimetidine 400mg and 800 mg tablets are for horses.What are the benefits? Prescription medication for the reduction of stomach acid production Aids in the treatment of ulcers and the prevention of ulcer formation Cimetidine is also used in the treatment of gastritis and esophagitis The active ingredient Cimetidine is used to decrease the amount of stomach acid produced. This aids in the treatment of ulcers that are present and helps prevent ulcer formation. Cimetidine is also used in the treatment of gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) and esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus) and gastric or esophageal reflux.How does Cimetidine work? Cimetidine blocks the action of histamine in the stomach, where histamine triggers acid production.Is there a generic equivalent available? Cimetidine is a generic medication.How is it given? Cimetidine tablets are given by mouth. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. Duration of treatment depends on reason for and response to treatment.This medication should only be given to the horse for whom it was prescribed.What results can I expect? Cimetidine works rapidly after being absorbed from the intestinal tract. When used for the treatment of gastric ulcers, however, it must be used long-term since the ulcers may be slow to heal. Once the medication is discontinued, the stomach will start to produce more acid again. What form(s) does it come in? Tablet.Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. -
RX - Banamine Paste 30g Syringe
What is Banamine? Banamine is a drug that controls pain and inflammation in horses.Who is it for? Banamine is for horses.What are the benefits? Used for treating muscle or skeletal problems in horses Provides relief from pain and inflammation Available in an easy-to-dose syringe Banamine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that contains flunixin. It is capable of reducing redness, swelling, heat, and pain associated with tissue damage. How does Banamine work? Banamine works by reducing the production of chemicals made by the cells that trigger inflammation. This reduces the redness, swelling, heat, and pain associated with tissue damage.Is there a generic equivalent available? Not in paste form.How is it given? Banamine is administered orally with food to reduce the chance of stomach/intestinal side effects. Provide fresh water at all times, since lack of water could increase the risk of injury to the kidneys. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian.What results can I expect? Banamine does not cure a disease but can effectively reduce symptoms of pain and inflammation. The response varies from horse to horse, but can be dramatic. Pain relieving effects can generally be seen within hours of giving Banamine. Improvement of inflammation can generally be seen after several days.What form(s) does it come in? This medication comes in orally-administered paste form, but an injectable form is also available.Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. -
RX - Adequan Equine 5ml Vial
What is Adequan I.M.? Adequan I.M. is a prescription medication used in the treatment of arthritis/degenerative joint disease (not caused by infections) or joint injury with associated lameness.Who is it for? Adequan I.M. is for horses. What are the benefits? Injectable arthritis medication for horses helps repair joints Contains polysulfated glycosaminoglycans, used by the body to make cartilage Helps control the signs of degenerative joint disease or traumatic joint arthritis How does Adequan I.M. work? Adequan I.M. helps maintain cartilage, the smooth covering of the ends of the bones that make up a joint. It works by inhibiting enzymes that break down cartilage. It also helps decrease inflammation and helps produce healthy joint fluid and increases the production of cartilage.Is there a generic equivalent available? No.How is it given? Adequan I.M. is an intramuscular medication, which means it is injected directly into the muscle of the affected horse. Multiple injections over several weeks need to be given. Always use a new sterile needle and syringe for each injection. When finished, place the needle and syringe in a puncture-resistant container. Adequan I.M. should not be mixed with other medications. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. This medication should only be given to the horse for whom it was prescribed.What results can I expect? Improvement, if it occurs, is generally seen in four weeks.What form(s) does it come in? This medication comes in injectable form only.Please click on "More Information" for possible drug and food interactions with this medication. -
RX - Acetazolamide Tablets 250mg
What are Acetazolamide Tablets ? Acetazolamide is a prescription diuretic medication used to treat hyperkalemic periodic paralysis (HYPP) in horses. HYPP is a genetic muscular disorder causing muscle weakness and tremors, sweating and difficulty breathing. Acetazolamide may also be used to treat glaucoma in cats and dogs.Who is it for? Acetazolamide is for horses, cats and dogs.What are the benefits? Treatment for hyperkalemic periodic paralysis (HYPP) in horses Acetazolamide is a diuretic that may also be used to treat glaucoma Prescription Acetazolamide is available in easy-to-give tablet form Acetazolamide is used to treat hyperkalemic periodic paralysis (HYPP) in horses. It is also used to treat glaucoma in small animals. Acetazolamide is a diuretic belonging to a class of drugs called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. How does Acetazolamide Tablets work? Acetazolamide Tablets are used to treat hyperkalemic periodic paralysis (HYPP) in horses. This type of periodic paralysis is characterized by hyperkalemia, or an increased level of potassium in the blood. As a diuretic agent, Acetazolamide Tablets work by ridding the body of excess fluid, along with certain minerals including potassium.Is there a generic equivalent available? Acetazolamide Tablets are a generic medication.How is it given? Acetazolamide Tablets are given by mouth. May be given with food to decrease stomach upset. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. This medication should only be given to the pet for whom it was prescribed.What results can I expect? In horses, the use of Acetazolamide will not cure HYPP, but may help reduce the symptoms. For the treatment of glaucoma, Acetazolamide can be effective but has a high occurrence of side effects in dogs and cats.What form(s) does it come in? Tablet.Please click on "More Information" for po -
RX - Acepromazine Injectable 50ml Bottle
What is Acepromazine Injectable? Acepromazine Injectable is a tranquilizer and may also be used to relax or sedate animals.Who is it for? Acepromazine Injectable is for horses.What are the benefits? Prescription tranquilizer containing the active ingredient acepromazine Acepromazine Injectable is most often used to sedate animals for minor procedures Acepromazine may also be used with local anesthetics as a preanesthetic Acepromazine Injectable contains the active ingredient, acepromazine maleate. Acepromazine is used as a tranquilizer for nervous or fractious horses. It may be used in conjunction with local anesthetics as a preanesthetic, prior to anesthesia and surgery. Please order needles and syringes separately. For horses.How does Acepromazine Injectable work? Acepromazine Injectable manages nervous or fractious horses by activity of the ingredient acepromazine. It is a tranquilizer that affects the central nervous system by depressing certain chemical activity in the brain. It does not provide analgesia (pain relief).Is there a generic equivalent available? Yes. Acepromazine InjectableHow is it given? Acepromazine Injectable may be given subcutaneously (subQ, under the skin) or intramuscularly (IM, into the muscle). Always use a new sterile needle and syringe for each injection. When finished, place the needle and syringe in a puncture-resistant container. Always follow the dosage instructions provided by your veterinarian. If you have difficulty giving the medication, contact your veterinarian. This medication should only be given to the horse for whom it was prescribed.What results can I expect? Acepromazine Injectable acts rapidly to produce a calming effect. Allow 15 minutes to achieve the maximum effect.What form(s) does it come in? Injectable solution. -
RUNNING MARTINGALE ATTACH-RAISED
RU Horse Running Martingale Attachment Raised Brown Leather Fancy Stitched.