Jamie Kent
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Hi all, I've seen that Equioxx is now in the UK and I was wondering if any of you had used it before ?
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lynz88
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I've used the dog version- Previcox - before. Much cheaper than the equine version. Works well and is supposed to be nicer on their stomach than bute. It's quite common to use back home.
Jamie Kent
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Thanks for replying, I think I'll ask my vet about it, seems pretty interesting, the price online isn't that high from what I've seen
Casey76
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Neither Previcox or Equioxx are licensed for long term use (Max of 2 weeks in the case of Equioxx)
With firocoxib it would be prudent to get a liver panel and basic heart check before embarking on treatment due to the risk of side effects. It is still an NSAID, so same gut issues as any NSAIDs apply.
With firocoxib it would be prudent to get a liver panel and basic heart check before embarking on treatment due to the risk of side effects. It is still an NSAID, so same gut issues as any NSAIDs apply.
Jamie Kent
Member
Does it really have the same gut issues ? I've read many posts and articles saying that it was much less aggressive for the stomach ?
lynz88
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Same here and is why most people back home put their horse on Previcox for longterm pain management over Bute