Substi bute

[Loubiepoo]

Hi, I'm new to this forum thing, but I had seen a few posts about Substi bute, posted last year.

Has anyone had any results since then - good or bad?

I have bought a pot of it today then come home and read the previous posts about it and now I'm wondering if I should be taking it back!!

My horse has an old injury in his fetlock - he has started to drag his hind toe and has been a bit stiff on this leg. He has been on Cortaflex since I got him, so I don't really know if thats ever had any effect, but recently I have bought some Pernamax. He's been on it about 2 weeks now, he is not as stiff but still not 100%

So I have been looking for something to help with the discomfort. There were a lot of supplements to choose from in the saddlery but Substi bute 'guarenteed' results!

Any suggestions? Thanks

 

[rema]

Hello and welcome to the forum.I cannot comment of Substibute.I have used No Bute by equine America and found that is good.I always given a little splash of cider vinegar in every feed it is very good for joints.I would of thought you should have seen a marked improvement with the Cortaflex though!.

 

[monstermunch]

Supplements do vary massively but if it is a joint problem it is vital that the correct dose of joint supplement is fed or it has little chance of having a significant effect. Surprisingly most of the leading brands are the biggest culprits for under dosing.
haven't had experience with substi-bute though sorry. have used no bute but can't say I am convinced whether it actually has an effect. You could try looking on the Riaflex-equine website also as this has useful info and therapy grade joint supplements.
Good luck!