Performance-Horse Owner's Guide to Equine Gastic Ulcers

• Studies show up to 93% of racehorses have ulcers
• Ulcers are not always easy to see
• There's too much at stake to loose to an ulcer
• GASTROGARD is the first and only FDA-approved equine medication proven to heal ulcers
• Ask your veterinarian if GASTROGARD is right for your horses

Studies show up to 93% of racehorses have ulcers¹

Recent scientific studies show that the problem of stomach ulcers is extremely common in performance horses. When a group of Thoroughbred horses in active race training were examined, 93% had ulcers. And ulcers were confirmed in 100% of horses that had raced. Ê Event horses, hunters/jumpers, and other non-racing performance horses can also be at high risk. In fact, research has shown that almost 60% of these horses can have ulcers.2

Ulcers are Not Always Easy to See

While the majority of performance horses may be hampered by ulcers, a smaller number actually show symptoms. often the symptoms do not occur can be subtle, or not automatically associated with ulcers. This doesn't mean that horses without symptoms aren't affected.

A healthy stomach (left) compared with a stomach with ulcers (right). Reprinted with permission of MJ Murray, DVM. Photo (right) reprinted with permission of Equine Veterinary Journal.1

 

If your horse has been off feed, has a poor coat, or has not been performing well, look for an ulcer.

Training a promising horse requires an enormous investment of time, money, and dedication. In fact, the average horse owner now spends up to $2,000 a month to keep and train a performance horse. With that kind of investment, you can't afford to risk your horses' health when you suspect an ulcer.

Today your veterinarian can prescribe a new ulcer treatment called GASTROGARD. GASTROGARD contains the same active ingredient found in the world's #1 human anti-ulcer medication.3 Ê GASTROGARD was proven to heal or significantly improve 99% of horses with ulcers. GASTROGARD was also proven to keep ulcers from coming back with continued use at a lower dose.4 It comes in a convenient paste formulation that's given once a day. And unlike any other therapies, GASTROGARD is proven effective even while horses stay in training.4

Ask Your Veterinarian If GASTROGARD Is Right for Your Horse

If you suspect that your horses might be having ulcers, talk to your veterinarian about GASTROGARD. Because with all you invested in with your horses, losing to an ulcer is not an option.

GASTROGARD Heals Ulcers Safely and Effectively

References

1. Murray MJ, Schusser GF, Pipers FS. Gross SJ. Factors associated with gastric lesions in Thoroughbred racehorses. Equine Vet J. June 1996;28:368-374.
   
   
2. Murray MJ, Grodinsky C, Anderson CW, Radue PF, Schmidt GR. Gastric ulcers in horses with and without clinical signs. Equine Vet J. 1989;7 (suppl):68-72.
   
   
3. PRILOSEC represents 40% of AstraZeneca's 1998 Pro forma sales. The Pink Sheet. 1996;61 (8):16.
   
   
4. Freedom of Information (FOI) Summary for GASTROGARD Oral Paste for Horses

Caution

Federal (USA) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. GASTROGARD is indicated for the treatment and prevention of recurrence of gastric ulcers in horses and foals 4 weeks and older. In efficacy trials, no adverse reactions were observed. Safety in pregnant and lactating mares has not been determined.

DO NOT USE IN HORSES INTENDED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.
KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.