GASTROGARD^®

 
Gastric ulcers are the result of naturally occurring acids damaging the lining of the stomach – and are typically a by-product of stress. They are a common condition that affects all types of horses at any age and the incidence of gastric ulcer is higher than most think. Up to 100%of race horses and 11 to 37% of pleasure riding horses can be affected.^{1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9}
Veterinarians have long been aware of the high prevalence of gastric ulcers in racehorses and other types of performance horses. However, recent studies are revealing that gastric ulcers can be triggered by the activities of horses used for leisure, including trailering and light work.¹

THE CONSEQUENCES OF ULCERS

 
While gastric ulcers tend to be under-diagnosed, the pain and impact they cause can be significant and include:
 

• Impeded growth of foals – and, in some instances can be fatal
• Colic in foals and occasionally in adults
• Temperament can be adversely affected making training and handling more difficult
• Hard to maintain adequate food intake
• Loading for transportation and behavior in the trailer can become challenging
• Optimal health, fitness and performance cannot be reached
• Emergence of stable vices, including stall walking, cribbing or weaving

INDICATIONS:

To aid in improving, healing and preventing the occurrence and recurrence of gastric ulcers, in horses and foals nine weeks of age and older. 

Available through your veterinarian.

PRESENTATIONS:

7 x 2.28 g tube
72 x 2.28 g tube

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