Equizone 100 (Phenylbutazone Bute Powder), 2.2 lbs
DESCRIPTION: Equizone 100 is useful in treating a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, including arthritis problems, acute joint sprain, strain, or injury, tendonitis, damage or strain of tendons attaching muscles to bones, muscle overuse and fatigue and muscle strain or sprain. Key Benefits: This formula works as an analgesic, which provides the animal with anti-inflammatory relief. Formulated For: Intended for horses only. How is Medication Given? This powder is easy to administer because it offers an incredibly tasty citrus flavor. Therefore, you may simply top-dress it over your horse's usual ration of feed. The recommended dosage rate is 0.6 to 1.2 ounces for every 500 pounds of body weight. What Results Can I Expect? Equizone relieves inflammation associated with musculoskeletal system problems. It also aids in pain management when the pain is associated with laminitis, infections, injuries, and other causes. It's a delicious, citrus-flavored powder, and it's easy to administer in your horse's feed. What Form Does Medication Come In? Powder Dose and Administration: Sold as a 2.2-pound container of powder. Possible Side Effects: If the animal experiences tarry or dark stools, decreased granulocytes, or decreased white counts, immediate withdrawal may be indicated and proper protocol required to correct the problem. To keep your pet healthy and safe, blood counts should be taken on a weekly basis during the initial treatment phase. After this phase, bi-weekly counts should be taken. Agranulocytosis has occurred in humans. Dogs treated long-term have died, in rare cases. Reactions to Equizone can become dangerous. Withdraw treatment if you observe signs of blood dyscrasia, jaundice, or gastrointestinal agitation. Precautions: Never administer to a pet with a history of blood dyscrasia,cardiac pathology, renal pathology, or hepatic pathology. Storage Recommendations: Store at room temperature between 20 to 25 degrees C (68 to 77 degrees F). In Case of Overdose: Contact the nearest emergency pet clinic. Active Ingredients: 1 gram of Phenylbutazone per 10 grams of powder. Main Ingredients: Contains 1 gram Phenylbutazone per 10 grams (100 grams per 2.2-pound jar). Tip: Inflammatory conditions associated with infection might require anti-infective treatment.View details