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SEP 2015

The Horse:Your Guide To Equine Health Care provides monthly equine health care information to horse owners, breeders, veterinarians, barn/farm managers, trainer/riding instructors, and others involved in the hands-on care of the horse.

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CAUTION: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. For client-friendly information on navicular syndrome and lameness exams please refer to www.equinelameness.com. As with all drugs, side effects may occur. In feld studies, the most common side effects reported were signs of discomfort or nervousness, cramping, pawing, and/or colic within 2 hours post-treatment. Osphos should not be used in pregnant or lactating mares, or mares intended for breeding. Use of Osphos in patients with conditions affecting renal function or mineral or electrolyte homeostasis is not recommended. Refer to the prescribing information for complete details or visit www.dechra-us.com. For Technical Support or information, contact: Dechra Veterinary Products at 866-933-2472 www.dechra-us.com www.osphos.com Navicular syndrome is a multifaceted disease and the treatment options are not always clear. When radiographic signs indicative of bony changes associated with navicular syndrome are present, O sphos is a clear choice. Osphos is a bisphosphonate designed for convenient IM administration. O sphos inhibits bone resorption by binding to calcium phosphate crystals (inhibiting their formation and d issolution), and by exerting direct cellular effects on osteoclasts. The Choice is Clear The Only Intramuscular Option for Control of Clinical Signs Associated with Navicular Syndrome Convenient intramuscular injection Effcacious — 56 days after administration 74.7% of horses had decreased lameness scores Ready to use solution — one vial treats one horse FDA approved for control of clinical signs associated with navicular syndrome in horses FDA approved for repeat administration (at 3-6 month intervals) to maintain clinical improvement

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