Arlington Park ‘Super Testing’ Leads to Positives
Bob Kieckhefer
September 11, 2012
Twenty-six prednisone positives were identified during “super testing” earlier this year.
Twenty-six prednisone positives were identified during “super testing” earlier this year.
While the drug initially reduced airway sensitivity, long-term use seems to result in reduced effectiveness.
Ruidoso Downs chairman says serious drug offenders will be banned from the track’s property starting in 2013.
The organization endorsed a proposal to have Salix administered by certain veterinarians only.
Gov. Steve Beshear implemented regulations reforming some aspects of the state’s equine medication policy.
Race-day medication discussions are taking place in both Kentucky and West Virginia.
The rules are scheduled to take effect Sept. 4, just before the start of Turfway Park’s meet.
Furosemide will be the only medication permitted on race day in Kentucky effective Sept. 4.
The AQHA announced Aug. 12 its endorsement of The Jockey Club’s proposed Reformed Racing Medication Rules.
All human and equine samples taken during the Olympic equestrian events at Greenwich Park were negative.
The Jockey Club has added a provision governing regulatory administration of furosemide on race day.
Race-day Salix will not be allowed in listed stakes races for 2-year-old Thoroughbreds.
The treatment and drug records of horses running in the Travers Stakes will be updated daily online.
The commission plans to hold a fact-finding meeting on use of race-day furosemide day, officials said Aug. 4.
The organization is waiting on UC Davis study results before ruling on a possible ban of clenbuterol.
The majority of the National HBPA affiliates have adopted pro-race-day Salix resolutions.
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