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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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Rotectin P sure grip display
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Rotectin 1.87% sure grip display
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Dietary Supplement that can be used alone or with therapeutic agents.
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Select II is used to properly supplement grass hay or pasture rations.
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Vitamin and mineral supplement for horses using 8 pounds or more of alfalfa based rations.
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Vitamin and mineral supplement for horses using 8 pounds or more of alfalfa based rations.