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Phenylbutazone or Bute Use in Horses
  by Robert N. Oglesby DVM

Introduction

Introduction » Contraindications » Toxicity/Side Effects » Drug Interactions » Dosage » Association Drug Regulations » More Info 

Use

An anti-inflammatory drug useful for swelling, musculoskeletal pain and fever. Probably the most common used medication in horses, bute is very effective. For injury and lameness no other nonsteroidal agent has been shown more effective and they are frequently much more expensive.

This article is about the contraindications, toxic effects, dosages, and association drug rules that apply to this medication.
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