It possesses anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and analgesic activity. A 1000 lb horse would receive 1 syringe of paste every 3 days. Adverse effects are typically mild, however overdose may cause laminitis. IV q.d. for 5 days. It is being heavily promoted in both professional and lay literature for this purpose.
Dosage is generally twice daily.
Etolodac is also used primarily in the treatment of canine arthritis. Adverse effects are uncommon in horses. PBZ is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic that also possesses uricosuric activity. It is used primarily to provide relief of inflammation associated with musculoskeletal disorders in dogs and horses. The adverse effects of PBZ include GI erosion, blood dyscrasias, and possible renal damage.