Danilon Equidos Sachets (60 sachets)
Danilon Equidos is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug for treatment of pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal conditions in the horse eg. osteoarthritic conditions, bursitis, laminitis and soft tissue inflammation. Read more
Danilon Equidos is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug for treatment of pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal conditions in the horse eg. osteoarthritic conditions, bursitis, laminitis and soft tissue inflammation.
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Product Description
About Danilon Equidos Sachets (60 sachets)
Danilon Equidos is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug for treatment of pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal conditions in the horse eg. osteoarthritic conditions, bursitis, laminitis and soft tissue inflammation.
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Directions For Use
Directions for Use
For oral administration added to a small amount of feed. Ensure free access to drinking water during treatment. Do not exceed the stated dose or duration of treatment. Dosage should be kept to a minimum for alleviation of symptoms
Horses
For a 480 kg horse: administer 2 sachets twice daily for 2 days. This is equivalent to 12.5 mg suxibuzone/kg/day.
Follow by administering 1 sachet twice daily for 3 days (equivalent to 6.25 mg suxibuzone/kg/day).
Thereafter, administer 1 sachet daily (equivalent to 3.1 mg suxibuzone/kg/day) or on alternate days or the minimum dose necessary for a satisfactory clinical response.
Ponies
Administer half the recommended dose for horses. Adjust the dose carefully according to bodyweight. For a 240 kg pony: administer 1 sachet daily for 2 days (equivalent to 6.25 mg of suxibuzone/kg/day).
Follow by administering ? sachet daily for 3 days (equivalent to 3.1 mg of suxibuzone/kg/day) or 1 sachet daily on alternate days. Thereafter, reduce the dose to the minimum dose necessary for a satisfactory clinical response.
Further administration advice
For administration of less than one sachet, use the measuring scoop provided. One full level scoop contains 5 g granules (equivalent to 1/2 sachet) and up to the green line level contains 2.5 g granules (equivalent to 1/4 sachet). Hay, as part of the diet, may delay the absorption of suxibuzone and so the onset of the clinical effect. It is advisable not to feed hay immediately prior to, or with Danilon Equidos. If no clinical response is evident after 4-5 days of treatment, discontinue treatment and reconsider the diagnosis.
Active Ingredient
Danilon Equidos Sachets (60 sachets) ingredients
Sachets containing 10 g of yellow. odourless granules for top dressing. Each sachet contains 1.5 g of Suxibuzone (microencapsulated). Also contains quinolone yellow (E104)
Side Effects
Side effects of Danilon Equidos Sachets (60 sachets)
Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Treated horses may never be slaughtered for human consumption. The horse must have been declared as not intended for human consumption under national horse passport legislation
Do not administer to animals with renal, hepatic or cardiac disorders, where there is the possibility of gastro-intestinal ulceration or bleeding, or where there is evidence of a blood dyscrasia or hypersensitivity to the product.
Avoid use in dehydrated, hypovolemic or hypotensive animals as there is an increased risk of renal failure.
After continuous use, or when used at high doses, gastro-intestinal changes may occur. Occasionally, blood dyscrasias and renal alterations may be found, especially in animals with restricted access to water.
Use in very young (less than 12 weeks) or aged animals may involve additional risk. Ensure accurate assessment of dose to body weight and closely monitor clinical response.
Studies have not been carried out in the horse to establish safe use during pregnancy and lactation.
NSAIDs can inhibit phagocytosis and hence, in the treatment of inflammatory conditions associated with bacterial infections, appropriate antimicrobial treatment should also be used.
In case of accidental continuous overdose, the following symptoms may occur: thirst, depression, anorexia and weight loss; gastro intestinal disorders (irritation, ulcers, diarrhoea and faecal blood); altered blood profiles and haemorrhages; hypoproteinaemia with ventral oedema causing hemoconcentration, hypovolemic shock and circulatory collapse; renal failure and fluid retention.
If signs of intolerance appear, discontinue administration and apply symptomatic treatment.
A slow intravenous infusion of a solution of sodium bicarbonate, which leads to urine alkalinisation, increases the clearance of the product..
Additional Data
Danilon Equidos Sachets (60 sachets) specification
| Specification: | Detail: |
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| Pack Size: | 60 sachets |
| Brands: | Janssen-cilag |
| Product Form: | sachet |
| External Link: | http://www.noahcompendium.co.uk/Janssen_Animal_Health/documents/S4044.html |
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Q & A
- Q. My horse has been prescribed Danilon for the past month and I have noticed an immediate change in his behaviour for the worse. He has 2 sachets per day for arthritis in his hock and side bone in his knee joints. He has gone from being very relaxed and calm to grumpy, very irritable and has started attacking our companion pony who he has adored! Is there an alternative to Danilon?
- A.
Hi,
I would be suspicious that the behavioural changes are due to the pain, rather than the Danilon itself. However, yes, there are a LOT of alternative NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) available for horses.
The most common is phenylbutazone ("bute", marketed as Pro-Dynam, Equipalazone and many, many others) - it has a higher side effect risk than Danilon, but it is more powerful.
I'd suggest you discuss it with your vet, and see what they suggest.
I hope that helps,
David Harris BVSc MRCVS
MyVetMeds - Q. what is the cost of postage to Italy for a 60 pack of Danilon
- A.
£6.99 for a single pack of 60. Remember, it is a prescription medicine so we can only dispatch it if you have a valid prescription from a qualified vet (in the UK or Italy); and the product is licensed in the destination country.
At this time, we don't hold a list of what products are licensed where; each order has to be checked individually.
David Harris BVSc MRCVS
MyVetMeds - Q. is it better to use this type of bute or Equipalazone Powder?
- A.
Danilon is designed to have fewer side effects, and so its often better for long term use, or for horses with pre-existing medical problems (e.g. stomach or kidney problems). However, my clinical experience is that it's not quite as effective as Equipalazone.
Overall, I'd suggest that you discuss it with your vet, as they'll know your horse's medical history and likely sensitivity.
David Harris BVSc MRCVS
MyVetMeds
