{"product_id":"gastrogard-paste-omeprazole-for-horses","title":"GastroGard (Omeprazole) Paste for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFDA-Approved Gastric Ulcer Treatment for Horses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGastroGard Omeprazole Paste is an FDA-approved oral therapy for treating gastric ulcers in horses and foals four weeks of age and older. The active ingredient, omeprazole, works as a proton pump inhibitor to lower gastric acid levels, creating the conditions needed for ulcer healing. Its specialized formulation helps protect omeprazole within the stomach and ensures effective absorption for consistent, reliable results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinically Proven Healing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heals or significantly improves gastric ulcers in up to 99 percent of treated horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProton Pump Action: \u003c\/strong\u003eReduces stomach acid levels by inhibiting the final stage of acid release within the stomach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTargeted Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special formulation protects omeprazole, allowing absorption in the small intestine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecurrence Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps prevent recurrence of gastric ulcers when used at labeled maintenance dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient Dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefilled adjustable syringe supports accurate weight-based dosing once daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmeprazole makes up 37 percent of the formulation by weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 32.1429%;\" height=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"123\" style=\"width: 43.4456%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"159\" style=\"width: 56.1661%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"123\" style=\"width: 43.4456%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmeprazole\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"159\" style=\"width: 56.1661%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.28 g per syringe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage \u0026amp; Administration Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is restricted by federal law to use by or on a licensed veterinarian’s order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproved Indication:\u003c\/strong\u003e GastroGard is approved for the treatment and prevention of gastric ulcer recurrence in horses and foals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage for Treatment: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe standard labeled dose is 1.8 mg of omeprazole for every pound of body weight, given once a day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance Dose: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe approved preventive amount is 0.9 mg of omeprazole for each pound of body weight, taken once daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Calibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Syringe markings are labeled to correspond with body weight for treatment or maintenance dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized Age Range: \u003c\/strong\u003eProduct labeling indicates the product is approved for use in horses and foals that are four weeks old or older.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDisclaimer: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy Safety: \u003c\/strong\u003eSafety has not been established for use in pregnant or nursing mares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHuman Consumption: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis product is not approved for horses intended for human consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeterinary Oversight: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe safety of use beyond the labeled treatment period has not been assessed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinical Trials: \u003c\/strong\u003eNo side effects were reported during controlled effectiveness and field studies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Dose Studies: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn foal studies, increased liver enzyme levels were seen only when doses far exceeded normal use levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmbient Storage Conditions: \u003c\/strong\u003eKeep the product stored between 68°F and 77°F, as specified on the manufacturer’s label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Variations: \u003c\/strong\u003eShort term storage between 59°F and 86°F is acceptable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChild Safety: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe product should always be stored out of the reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our \u003ca aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca aria-label=\"Refund policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" href=\"\/en-ca\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What is GastroGard Paste used for in horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e GastroGard Paste is FDA approved for the treatment of \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/u-gard-gastric-support-pellets-for-horses?variant=44543370985633\" title=\"U-gard gastric support pellets for horses\" aria-label=\"U-gard gastric support pellets for horses\"\u003egastric ulcers\u003c\/a\u003e and for preventing their return in horses and foals that are four weeks old or older. It contains omeprazole, which lowers stomach acid production and gives the injured stomach lining the opportunity to heal properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How effective is GastroGard for equine gastric ulcers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clinical field trials reported that GastroGard Paste healed or significantly reduced gastric ulcer severity in up to 99 percent of treated horses. These studies included various breeds, ages, and management conditions, confirming consistent effectiveness under real-world use conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Can GastroGard be used in foals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Based on FDA approved labeling, GastroGard Paste is authorized for use in horses and foals that are four weeks old or older. The clinical trials used to support approval included foals as young as one month that had confirmed gastric ulcers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Are there known side effects associated with GastroGard Paste?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e During controlled safety and effectiveness studies, no negative reactions were seen when GastroGard Paste was given at the approved treatment and maintenance doses. Safety assessments covered both adult horses and foals under closely monitored veterinary study conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: Is veterinary authorization required to purchase GastroGard Paste?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, federal law restricts GastroGard Paste to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. 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