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.