{"product_id":"uniprim-powder-horses-apple-flavor","title":"Uniprim for Horses Apple Flavor Powder","description":"\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" width=\"700\" alt=\"RX MAP\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApple-Flavored FDA-Approved Antibiotic Powder for Bacterial Infections in Horses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniprim Apple Flavor (Trimethoprim and Sulfadiazine) Powder for Horses is an FDA-approved prescription antibiotic in a palatable apple-flavored powder, containing 67 mg trimethoprim and 333 mg sulfadiazine per gram — the same clinically proven 1:5 ratio as unflavored Uniprim. Designed to top-dress on feed once daily, the apple flavoring increases palatability for horses that resist unflavored powders. It provides the same potent systemic double-blockade antibacterial action and is indicated for the same four bacterial infection categories. Made in the USA and available in four jar and pail sizes plus single-dose packets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Palatability for Resistant Horses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apple flavoring improves acceptance in horses that refuse or eat around unflavored antibiotic powders mixed into feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Sequential Antibacterial Blockade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trimethoprim blocks dihydrofolate reductase while sulfadiazine inhibits dihydrofolic acid synthesis, targeting two steps in bacterial folic acid metabolism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRespiratory Tract Infection Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indicated for systemic antibacterial control of respiratory tract infections caused by susceptible organisms in horses and foals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcute Strangles Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indicated for the control and treatment of acute strangles requiring potent systemic antibacterial action in horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWound and Abscess Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides effective antibacterial coverage for wound infections and abscesses requiring systemic treatment in horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrogenital Infection Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indicated for acute urogenital infections requiring potent systemic antibacterial action against susceptible bacteria in horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe for Foals and Stallions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well tolerated by foals at the recommended dose; no detrimental effect on stallion spermatogenesis was observed at the recommended dosage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniprim Apple Flavor 37.5 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniprim Apple Flavor 200 g Jar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniprim Apple Flavor 400 g Jar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniprim Apple Flavor 1,200 g Jar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniprim Apple Flavor 2,000 g Bucket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrimethoprim: 67 mg per gram | Sulfadiazine: 333 mg per gram (1:5 ratio)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInactive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApple flavoring, carrier base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDosage and Administration Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal (USA) law restricts Uniprim Apple Flavor Powder to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily Dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each dose is based on your horse's body weight; one full packet or two level scoops covers a standard 1,100 lb horse for one day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjusted Dose Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e A simple rule of thumb for on-farm use is roughly one teaspoon of powder per 100 lbs of your horse's body weight each day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop-Dress on Feed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir the measured dose into a small portion of feed; the apple flavor helps most horses accept it without any fuss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm Full Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make sure your horse finishes the medicated feed portion completely before offering any additional plain feed to avoid a partial dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Water Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh water should be within easy reach of your horse at all times during the course of treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgitate Jar Before Scooping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the jar a gentle shake before measuring each dose, as the powder can settle between uses and throw off accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment Duration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard course runs once daily for 5 to 7 days; keep going for another 2 to 3 days after symptoms clear up to make sure the infection is fully resolved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRe-evaluate at 3-5 Days:\u003c\/strong\u003e If no clinical improvement is evident within 3-5 days for acute infections, re-evaluate the diagnosis before continuing therapy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContraindicated in Liver Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use in horses with marked liver parenchymal damage; trimethoprim and sulfadiazine are not suitable in these animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContraindicated in Blood Dyscrasias:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not administer to horses with blood dyscrasias; this combination antibiotic may further suppress hematopoietic activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSulfonamide Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use in horses with a known history of sulfonamide hypersensitivity; anaphylactoid reactions may be fatal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriodic Blood Monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e For horses receiving prolonged treatment, periodic platelet, white blood cell, and red blood cell counts are advisable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiscontinue if Blood Count Drops:\u003c\/strong\u003e If significant reduction in any formed blood element is detected, discontinue Uniprim treatment immediately and consult your veterinarian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy Not Evaluated:\u003c\/strong\u003e The effect of trimethoprim and sulfadiazine on equine pregnancy has not been determined; veterinary guidance is essential for use in pregnant mares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Human Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use in horses intended for human food consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Storage Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs, cats, and other household animals must never have access to this product, as accidental consumption can cause serious harm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnorexia:\u003c\/strong\u003e One case of anorexia was reported during clinical trials; monitor the horse's daily feed intake throughout the treatment period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiarrhea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Post-approval reports confirm horses have developed diarrhea during trimethoprim and sulfadiazine treatment, which may be potentially fatal; monitor closely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHypersensitivity Reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individual hypersensitivity may result in local or generalized reactions, sometimes fatal; anaphylactoid reactions are rare but possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHematopoietic Suppression:\u003c\/strong\u003e High or prolonged dosing may cause slight to moderate reductions in hematopoietic activity; reversible with leucovorin or by stopping the drug.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Temperature Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store between 15-30°C (59-86°F) in a dry location away from excess moisture and direct sunlight to preserve powder quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Out of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a secure, locked location away from children, dogs, cats, and other animals at all times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"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\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What makes Uniprim Apple Flavor powder different from regular unflavored Uniprim?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uniprim Apple Flavor contains 67 mg trimethoprim and 333 mg sulfadiazine per gram, matching the unflavored version in both indications and dosing. Horses that resist plain antibiotic powder in their feed tend to accept the apple-flavored version much more readily. This flavor also comes in a 1,200 g jar size that is only available in the apple flavor range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: What is the correct dose of Uniprim Apple Flavor for horses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Administer 3.75 g per 110 lbs (50 kg) of body weight once daily. Two level loose-filled 32 cc scoops from any jar or pail equal one 37.5 g dose sufficient to treat a 1,100 lb horse. An easy field reference is 1 teaspoon per 100 lbs. Gently agitate the container before measuring as contents may settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Can Uniprim Apple Flavor horse antibiotic powder be used in foals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Uniprim Powder for Horses is well tolerated by foals at the recommended dose. No detrimental effect on stallion spermatogenesis has been observed at the recommended dosage. The effect on equine pregnancy remains undetermined; consult your veterinarian before use in pregnant mares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: How many doses does each size of Uniprim Apple Flavor powder provide for an average horse?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a 1,100 lb horse: the 200 g jar provides approximately 5 doses; the 400 g jar approximately 10 doses; the 1,200 g jar approximately 32 doses; and the 2,000 g pail approximately 53 doses. Single-dose 37.5 g packets provide exactly one dose each per horse per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: What should I do if my horse develops diarrhea while on Uniprim Apple Flavor treatment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diarrhea is a known post-approval adverse event with trimethoprim-sulfadiazine treatment in horses and may potentially be fatal. 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