Researchers Evaluate Low-Dose Diclazuril
Erica Larson
May 10, 2015
Scientists from UC Davis studied low-dose diclazuril administration in foals and adult horses with positive results.
Scientists from UC Davis studied low-dose diclazuril administration in foals and adult horses with positive results.
Misoprostol, which can cause abortion in humans, is used to prevent or treat right dorsal colitis in horses.
About 90% of performance horses and 25 to 50% of foals have ulcers. Here’s what to watch for and how to prevent them.
Five vets shared their views on racehorse testing and medication issues an Ohio State Racing Commission meeting.
Regulators adopted a new policy making it illegal to administer cobalt to a racehorse.
The FEI Tribunal has disqualified Maxime Livio and Qalao des Mers following a positive test for a controlled medication.
Studies indicate that some ulcer products contain a wide range of omperazole, from as little as 27% to as much as 126%.
Four veterinarians pleaded guilty to administering drugs to Thoroughbred racehorses within 24 hours of races.
The group approved a uniform testing threshold of 110 parts per billion in blood for the amino acid GABA.
The veterinarians are accused of administering drugs to horses within 24 hours of when the animals were slated to race.
Nasopharyngeal catheter administration results in good cover of the larynx, nasopharynx, and soft palate.
Researchers said a water-based enrofloxacin suspension could be useful for treating some bacterial endometritis cases.
The group discussed model medication rules, testing procedures, and cobalt thresholds at a recent meeting.
Four vets are facing criminal charges for allegedly administering drugs to Thoroughbreds within 24 hours of races.
The cobalt threshold will be submitted to the RCI for consideration as a model rule at its April meeting.
Measures include out-of-competition drug testing, increased security, monitoring veterinary records, and more.
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