Boehringer Ingelheim UlcerGard Paste

• UlcerGard Oral Paste for Horses
• By Boehringer Ingelheim
• Omeprazole oral paste for horses that are prone to stress and gastric upsets
• Supplemental for the prevention of gastric ulcers in horses
• Intended for use in healthy horses
• Prevention of gastric ulcers in foals and weanlings has not been evaluated
• May be used safely in breeding stallions
• Helps aid prevention of stomach ulcers in horses
• Sold as one Syringe consisting of 4 Doses
• Syringe is 0.22oz or 6.15g
• 72054

Prevent equine stomach ulcers with Ulcergard (omeprazole)Stomach ulcers can occur in as little as 5 days, even in recreational horses. UlcerGard can be used during periods of stress to help prevent equine stomach ulcers:During training and competitionWhen travelingDuring confinement or lay-up due to sickness or injuryWhen turnout or grazing is limitedDuring social regrouping or other barn routine changesWhen weaningDuring other times of stressUlcerGard contains specially formulated omeprazole that blocks acid production at its source – the acid pump. And one dose lasts 24 hours, making it easy to administer, even at shows.Reduce the risk: In addition to providing UlcerGard during times of stress, you can help reduce the risk of stomach ulcers for your horse by increasing grazing time, providing free access to hay and feeding grain in multiple, small meals. Feeding alfalfa is also recommended for its buffering action. While some nutritional supplements may also support digestive health, make sure they are from a trusted source and are backed by independent research.UlcerGard (omeprazole) is easy to use. One convenient daily dose of Ulcergard during times of stress effectively prevents stomach ulcers in horses. You can even get UlcerGard through your veterinarian without a prescription. Each tube of UlcerGard contains four daily doses for horses weighing 600 to 1,200 lbs.Horse Weight........................ DoseUnder 600 lbs................Consult your veterinarian600 - 1,200 lbs............. 1 dose per day (as marked on the UlcerGard syringe)Over 1,200 lbs............... 2 doses per dayBefore administering UlcerGard, make sure the horse’s mouth contains no feed.Remove the cover from the tip of the syringe, and insert the syringe into the horse’s mouth at the interdental space.Depress the plunger until stopped by the knurled ring.The dose should be deposited on the back of the tongue or deep into the cheek pouch.Replace the syringe cap after use; remaining paste may be reused on following days until emptied.Care should be taken to ensure that the horse consumes the complete dose. Treated animals should be observed briefly after administration to ensure that part of the dose is not lost or rejected. If any of the dose is lost, re-dosing is recommended.UlcerGard (omeprazole) inhibits acid production at the source. 1 Count provides 4 doses.