ULCERGARD by is a Animal medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by Merial, Inc.. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.
Stomach ulcers are more common in horses than once believed. Studies have demonstrated stomach ulcers in over 90% of racehorses and 60% of performance horses in various disciplines. Horses secrete acid in their stomach 24 hours a day. Horses on grass pasture or eating large quantities of roughage infrequently develop stomach ulcers. Horses without continual access to roughage or in rigorous training are at greater risk of stomach ulceration due to the effects of acid on the stomach lining. The additional stresses of traveling, competition, stall confinement, and strenuous exercise can also contribute to the development of stomach ulcers in horses.
ULCERGARD works to prevent stomach ulcers in horses. The active ingredient in ULCERGARD, omeprazole has been extensively tested for safety and effectiveness. It works by reducing the production of acid in the horse's stomach. To help horses maintain optimal gastric health, it is recommended that ULCERGARD be administered during stressful events or activities that may induce stomach ulcers. Such conditions may include: training, racing, showing, traveling, stall confinement, and competition.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Each syringe contains 4 individual daily doses for horses weighing 600-1200 lbs. Please refer to the following dosage chart for help in determining the correct dose for your horse.
HORSE WEIGHT | DOSE* |
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Less than 600 lbs. |
Consult a veterinarian |
600-1,200 lbs. |
1 dose per day |
over 1,200 lbs. |
2 doses once per day |
DOSAGE: The minimum recommended dosage is 1 mg/kg per day (0.45 mg/lb) or 1/4 syringe. When given once daily during the stressful period, ULCERGARD has been shown to effectively prevent stomach ulcers in horses. This effect was tested in horses exposed to stressful conditions for either 8 or 28 days.
For the prevention of gastric ulcers in horses.
ONCE-A-DAY DOSING WITH A WELL-ACCEPTED PASTE
ULCERGARD®
(omeprazole) Oral Paste for Horses
Contains 6 Syringes (4 Doses Each)
Net Wt. Contains 6 x 0.22 oz (6.15 g)
Oral Syringes
NADA 141-227, Approved by FDA
CONTAINS 24 DOSES
MERIAL
Make every dose count.
See New Instructions.
ULCERGARD
omeprazole paste |
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Labeler - Merial, Inc. (799641006) |
Mark Image Registration | Serial | Company Trademark Application Date |
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ULCERGARD 76529204 3004756 Live/Registered |
BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM ANIMAL HEALTH USA INC. 2003-07-10 |