Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Choice of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in equine colic
- Journal:
- UK-Vet Equine
- Year:
- 2019
- Authors:
- Duz, Marco
- Affiliation:
- School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, The University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington, College Road, LE12 5RD.
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
While non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can be used to manage abdominal discomfort in horses, they also are often a valid diagnostic tool to aid decision making around the need for surgery or referral of these patients. Knowledge of the pharmacokinetic properties and licensing of available drugs in the UK is of pivotal importance to select the most appropriate NSAID for the patient. This review focuses on the relevant characteristics of NSAIDs licensed for treatment of colic in horses: flunixin meglumine, metamizole, meloxicam and ketoprofen. Other NSAIDs such as phenylbutazone and firocoxib are licensed for use in horses but not for the treatment of colic; their role with colic is evaluated in light of available literature.
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