{"product_id":"ulcergard-oral-paste-for-horses-6-pack","title":"UlcerGard (Omeprazole) Oral Paste for Horses, 6 Pack (24 Doses)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eULCERGARD® (omeprazole) Oral Paste\u003c\/strong\u003e protects your horse's stomach when it matters most. It's the only medication FDA-approved to \u003cem\u003eprevent\u003c\/em\u003e equine gastric ulcers — proven effective in 4 out of 5 horses — and no prescription is required. This 6-pack contains six syringes — 24 doses in all — each delivering omeprazole (2.28 g per syringe) in a smooth paste most horses accept without a fight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy prevention matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStress makes gastric ulcers extremely common in horses, and they often show up as a picky appetite, dull attitude, resistance under saddle, or a drop in performance. Preventing an ulcer is far easier on your horse (and your wallet) than treating one after the fact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmeprazole shuts down acid production at the source — the stomach's proton pumps. The paste is formulated to survive stomach acid so the active ingredient is properly absorbed, keeping acid levels down while your horse handles the stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrailering and travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShows, races, and competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTraining and strenuous exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStall confinement or limited turnout and forage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAny change in routine, barn, or herd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDosing — once a day\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeposit the paste on the back of the tongue or deep in the cheek pouch. If your horse rejects any of it, give the dose again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHorse's weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDaily amount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 600 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsult your veterinarian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600–1,200 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 dose (¼ syringe)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOver 1,200 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 doses (½ syringe)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach syringe is a 4-day supply for a typical (600–1,200 lb) horse — the six-syringe pack covers a full 24 days of protection, show season, or multiple horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWell tolerated, with no known side effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafety in pregnant or lactating mares has not been established\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot for human use — keep out of reach of children; if ingested, contact a physician\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not use in horses intended for human consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore at 68–77°F (20–25°C); brief excursions of 59–86°F are fine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"UlcerGard","offers":[{"title":"6 Pack (24 Doses)","offer_id":47382067380454,"sku":"AT1DBF","price":275.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/6382\/0262\/files\/12812-2_3f578624-c29a-42df-9482-f14228f51a70.jpg?v=1786297618","url":"https:\/\/hatchetfarm.com\/products\/ulcergard-oral-paste-for-horses-6-pack","provider":"Hatchet Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}