EqStim is indicated in the horse as an adjunct to conventional therapy in the treatment of equine respiratory disease complex. This product has been demonstrated to be effective in increasing the rate of recovery when used in conjunction with antibiotic or hyperimmune therapy in the treatment of primary and secondary bacterial and viral infections associated with equine respiratory disease complex

Contraindications

Do not use in conjunction with glucocorticoids or other immune suppressors. Steroid therapy should be withdrawn at least seven days before initiating this immunostimulant therapy.

Dosage & Administration

EqStim must be administered by the intravenous (IV) route. Foals: 1mL. Older horses: 1mL per 250 lbs of body weight. Repeat dosage at day 3 (or day 4) and at day 7, and weekly thereafter as needed. Shake well to obtain uniform suspension.

Storage

May be stored at room temperature until fi rst used. Once vial has been opened, store at 2-7°C (35 - 45°F). Do not freeze.

Caution

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of licensed veterinarian. The effects of this immunostimulant have not been studied in pregnant animals. Do not use when pregnancy is known or suspected. There may be a rise in temperature, tremors, temporary loss of appetite, or sluggishness a few hours after injection. Anaphylactoid reactions may occur. Antidote: epinephrine. For animal use only. Keep out of reach of children.

Presentation

# 08890 EqStim 5mL vial 6 per pack

# 08891 EqStim 50mL vial 3 per pack