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British Horseracing Authority Announces New Detection Times
Towards the end of 2011, the British Horseracing Authority announced four new Detection Times for commonly used veterinary medicines; the sedative acepromazine, the sedative /analgesic combination detomidine/butorphanol, the anti-inflammatory treatment pr
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Furosemide Administrations Limited to Regulatory Vets
The Association of Racing Commissioners International has approved model rules that would limit race day furosemide administrations to regulatory vets and prohibit the administration of any other medication on race day, the RCI said on Tuesday, December 1
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Furosemide Banned
Furosemide is a diuretic used in horses to increase urine production and decrease the amount of fluid in tissues and organs. It relieves fluid retention and excessive swelling, and, when used with race horses, it is thought to prevent or diminish the se
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Confused about Compounded Drugs for Horses?
Questions about compounded drugs often come up among horse owners as they seek the best treatments for their horses. In this news release, April Knudson, DVM, addresses issues surrounding compounded drugs and whether or not they are safe to use.
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Controversy on Ban of Furosemide in Horse Racing Continues
A public-comment period on potential changes to rules in New York allowing for the raceday administration of the anti-bleeding medication furosemide was set to close this past Monday after supporters and opponents had already submitted a substantial amoun
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Counterfeit Medications Could Harm Horses
Authorities from both the United Kingdom and the United States are warning horse owners not to buy equine medicines from unregulated sites. Horse owners who buy medicines from unregulated websites risk buying counterfeit or unsafe goods.
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Knock-off Drugs Can Compromise Horse Health
Horse owners and trainers are being warned about the use of knock-off drugs and compounded products that may be very different from brand-name drugs or drugs that are compounded by a professional pharmacy that controls the quality, purity, and potency of
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List of Essential Horse Medications Has Been Adopted by EU
According to the World Veterinary Association, on 12 February 2013, the European Union Commission published a new Regulation No 122/2013, which includes a list of substances essential for the treatment of equines.
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Managing Inflammation & Pain Without Drugs Webcast
NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) may help mask lameness while reducing pain, swelling, and inflammation, but they can also be very harmful to the equine athlete. NSAIDs can contribute to GI ulcers and colic, renal and liver toxicity, and dec
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Merck Equine Disease Prevention Notes
With spring approaching, Merck Animal Health is reminding horse owners of potential equine health problems and ways to prevent diseases or aid in pain relief.