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Equi-bute Paste for Horses Apple Flavor (Generic), 20-gm
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Specifications
Help soothe your equine's swelling and discomfort with Equi-bute Paste for Horses. This apple-flavored paste is made with a specially targeted ingredient—phenylbutazone—which helps to relieve swelling by blocking specific enzymes. It may be prescribed by your veterinarian to treat a variety of temporary inflammatory conditions, such as a pulled tendon, acute laminitis or joint problems. Equi-bute comes in a convenient, flavored paste that is administered on the back of your horse's tongue. Each 60 ml tube contains 20 grams of phenylbutazone.\n\n**Proudly sourced directly from the manufacturer or their approved distributor. Guaranteed genuine and backed by the manufacturer.**
| Item Number | 157344 |
|---|---|
| Common Brand Name(s) | Equi-bute Paste |
| For Use With | Horses |
| Generic Name | Phenylbutazone |
| Administration Form | Oral |
| Product Form | Paste |
| Health Condition | Pain, Muscle Lameness |
| Drug Type | Anti-inflammatory |
Uses
For the relief of inflammatory conditions associated with the musculoskeletal systems in horses.
Possible Side Effects
Use with caution in patients who have a history of drug allergy.
Drug & Food Interactions
Talk to your veterinarian about any other drugs your horse is taking before starting this medication.
Precautions
Concomitant use with other anti-inflammatory drug, such as NSAIDs or corticosteroids, should be avoided or closely monitored. Do not use in animals intended for human consumption.
Ingredients
Each syringe contains 20 g Phenylbutazone. Each 3 mL marking on the plunger contains Phenylbutazone: 1 g.
Instructions
Use a relatively high dose for the first 48 hours, then reduce gradually to a maintenance dose. Maintain lowest dose capable of producing desired clinical response. Response to Phenylbutazone Paste therapy is prompt, usually occurring within 24 hours. If no significant clinical effect is evident after five days, re-evaluate diagnosis and therapeutic approach. When administering Phenylbutazone Paste, the oral cavity should be empty. Deposit paste on back of tongue by depressing plunger that has been previously set to deliver the correct dose. Many chronic conditions will respond to Phenylbutazone Paste therapy, but discontinuance of treatment may result in recurrence of symptoms.
Storage Instructions
Store at controlled room temperatures between 59° - 86°F.
