Equipalazone 1 g (Canada)

Company: Dechra

Veterinary Use Only

DIN 02534517

Flavored

Microencapsulated phenylbutazone powder

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug for horses.

Warnings

Do use this product in food producing animals including horses that are to be slaughtered for use in food. Keep out of reach of children.

Active Ingredient

Each sachet contains 1 g of phenylbutazone.

Equipalazone 1 g Indications

As an aid in the treatment of arthritis, myositis and rheumatism in horses.

Dosage and Administration

Administer orally 1 to 2 g of phenylbutazone (1 or 2 sachets) per 227 kg of body weight, daily, in at least 2 divided doses. Daily dosage should not exceed 4 g. Mix Equipalazone 1 g in grain ration. As symptoms regress, reduce dosage to a level able to control the condition. In some cases treatment should be given only while symptoms are evident with no need for continuous medication.

CAUTIONS: If no significant clinical improvement is noted in 5 days, the diagnosis and treatment should be re-evaluated. Discontinue medication if signs of gastrointestinal upset, jaundice or blood dyscrasia appear. When inflammatory conditions are caused by micro-organisms, adequate therapy should be given simultaneously with phenylbutazone.

Contraindications

This treatment is contraindicated in horses with cardiac, renal or hepatic insufficiency and in cases with signs or history of anemia or other haemocytological disorders. The use of this product or any other NSAID is contraindicated in horses with pre-existing gastrointestinal ulcers or if bleeding is suspected. Do not administer concurrently with corticosteroids or other NSAIDs. Do not administer to dehydrated animals.

Adverse Reactions

Oral and gastrointestinal erosions and ulcers, hypoalbuminemia, diarrhea, anorexia, renal effects (azotemia, renal papillary necrosis, sodium and water retention), and blood dyscrasias have been reported with the use of phenylbutazone.

Storage

Store between 15°C and 25°C. Protect from moisture.

GTIN:05701170448115

Dechra Ltd., Snaygill Industrial Estate, Keighley Rd, Skipton, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, BD23 2RW

IMPORTED AND DISTRIBUTED BY:

Dechra Veterinary Products Inc., 1 Holiday Avenue, East Tower Suite 345, Pointe-Claire, Quebec H9R 5N3

CPN: 1786083.0