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Location: Somewhere between raising hell and Amazing Grace | Some horses do great on just change in diet and supplements. Some will always need lasix no matter what you do for them.
Every horse will be different and unfortunatley, the only way to find out is to try it. My vet asked me to use lasix no matter what when I first started my horse back into training. We had a plan to slowly wean him off lasix, while using supplements and diet changes, and then make a few runs and scope.
So far so good and he's never bled. I plan on having him scoped again before too long and will probably randomly scope him once or twice a year even if he's not showing signs. |
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Location: Cocoa, Florida | If I had a horse that bled through 7-8cc of lasix I would retire that horse plain and simple, their lungs obviously aren't strong enough to be running barrels and there's plenty of horses that will and can without all that.
That's only my opinion though.
I will not do anymore trial and error, lasix is the only know deterrent from bleeding. Everytime they bleed you compromise their lungs and health even more, causing scar tissue, possible infection, etc.
I believe certain supplements help, especially with the vitamin K but would not give up on the lasix, maybe just lower the dose. I only give 2.5-3cc at most. |
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| RnRJack - 2014-07-23 5:26 PM
If I had a horse that bled through 7-8cc of lasix I would retire that horse plain and simple, their lungs obviously aren't strong enough to be running barrels and there's plenty of horses that will and can without all that.
That's only my opinion though.
I will not do anymore trial and error, lasix is the only know deterrent from bleeding. Everytime they bleed you compromise their lungs and health even more, causing scar tissue, possible infection, etc.
I believe certain supplements help, especially with the vitamin K but would not give up on the lasix, maybe just lower the dose. I only give 2.5-3cc at most.
That amount won't hurt the horse... Heck that's less that the hospital would give you if you were in need of lasix lol.. I know of a couple of horses that run on ten cc's |
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Location: Florida.. | aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-23 4:16 AM RnRJack - 2014-07-23 5:26 PM If I had a horse that bled through 7-8cc of lasix I would retire that horse plain and simple, their lungs obviously aren't strong enough to be running barrels and there's plenty of horses that will and can without all that. That's only my opinion though. I will not do anymore trial and error, lasix is the only know deterrent from bleeding. Everytime they bleed you compromise their lungs and health even more, causing scar tissue, possible infection, etc. I believe certain supplements help, especially with the vitamin K but would not give up on the lasix, maybe just lower the dose. I only give 2.5-3cc at most. That amount won't hurt the horse... Heck that's less that the hospital would give you if you were in need of lasix lol.. I know of a couple of horses that run on ten cc's
yes but for what reason? to get rid of water is one thing but to control bleeders in lungs is another IMO.. its not the meds or the amount its th reason they need it would concern me to have to give that much.. how do we know it isnt affecting them at 10cc? because they do it and say so? or horse runs better? what damage long term is it doing? just curoius to a response.. |
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| Bibliafarm - 2014-07-23 7:36 AM aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-23 4:16 AM RnRJack - 2014-07-23 5:26 PM If I had a horse that bled through 7-8cc of lasix I would retire that horse plain and simple, their lungs obviously aren't strong enough to be running barrels and there's plenty of horses that will and can without all that. That's only my opinion though. I will not do anymore trial and error, lasix is the only know deterrent from bleeding. Everytime they bleed you compromise their lungs and health even more, causing scar tissue, possible infection, etc. I believe certain supplements help, especially with the vitamin K but would not give up on the lasix, maybe just lower the dose. I only give 2.5-3cc at most. That amount won't hurt the horse... Heck that's less that the hospital would give you if you were in need of lasix lol.. I know of a couple of horses that run on ten cc's
Mine runs on 2 1/2 cc given IM 2 hours out and lauwdy that small amount causes him to pee 4 or 5 times, I can't imagine what 10cc does. I have my guy scoped every year to check for any lung scarring, so far there is none. Bottom line with the supplements, unless you have scoped, you do not know if they are working. |
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Location: Florida.. | agree... 10cc can dehydrate them to and also tying up would be a concern for me.. I just would like to know when is enough enough.. 10cc is alot IMHO
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Location: MS | It's been my experience that if you don't scope within a few hours you may not see the bleed.
I ran mine at midnight and had him scoped the next morning at 6:00.
The vet did not see any evidence of him bleeding.
He did bleed. He had a small trickle of blood in one nostril 2 hours after he ran. He just cleared it.
If I hadn't seen it we would not have known he bled.
I keep his head down after he runs to help make sure I see it if he bleeds.
He's also one that only lopes if you give him more than 3. |
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Location: Cocoa, Florida | Giving a human lasix for a surgery or medical procedure or whatever the doctor prescribes it for one time is a lot different then giving a horse 7-10cc of lasix a few times a month... It is hard on their kidneys as it would be on ours as well, plus like above bbs have said it drains all electrolytes and other important minerals and vitamins that horses AND people need. They must be replenished immideately. I also have one that will not drink even after lasix so it takes him a while to come back.
I stand by my opinion on that is to much, if you're giving that much lasix I would suggest pulling blood panels quite often to make sure your horse is staying healthy.
I have scoped my horse 2 days later (bled on a Friday and scoped him Monday) and there was still dried up blood in his esophagus!! |
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Location: Louisiana | I have tried several different herbs/supplements/etc and the only thing proven to work for my gelding is lasix. I won't run him without it. No longer will I experiment with his lung health. Yes, lasix isn't the best thing for one, but neither is bleeding everytime I try something "better" for him! He gets 3cc 4 hours out. |
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| Bibliafarm - 2014-07-24 5:36 AM aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-23 4:16 AM RnRJack - 2014-07-23 5:26 PM If I had a horse that bled through 7-8cc of lasix I would retire that horse plain and simple, their lungs obviously aren't strong enough to be running barrels and there's plenty of horses that will and can without all that. That's only my opinion though. I will not do anymore trial and error, lasix is the only know deterrent from bleeding. Everytime they bleed you compromise their lungs and health even more, causing scar tissue, possible infection, etc. I believe certain supplements help, especially with the vitamin K but would not give up on the lasix, maybe just lower the dose. I only give 2.5-3cc at most. That amount won't hurt the horse... Heck that's less that the hospital would give you if you were in need of lasix lol.. I know of a couple of horses that run on ten cc's
that is the purpose of giving lazix is to get rid of fluid in the body... it will lower blood pressure which in turn helps with bleeding... LONG TERM damage??? unless you are using it every day there isnt much to worry about... people live on this stuff... |
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Location: Florida.. | aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-24 1:36 AM
Bibliafarm - 2014-07-24 5:36 AM aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-23 4:16 AM RnRJack - 2014-07-23 5:26 PM If I had a horse that bled through 7-8cc of lasix I would retire that horse plain and simple, their lungs obviously aren't strong enough to be running barrels and there's plenty of horses that will and can without all that. That's only my opinion though. I will not do anymore trial and error, lasix is the only know deterrent from bleeding. Everytime they bleed you compromise their lungs and health even more, causing scar tissue, possible infection, etc. I believe certain supplements help, especially with the vitamin K but would not give up on the lasix, maybe just lower the dose. I only give 2.5-3cc at most. That amount won't hurt the horse... Heck that's less that the hospital would give you if you were in need of lasix lol.. I know of a couple of horses that run on ten cc's
you missed my point but we all have opinions. |
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Location: Florida.. | aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-24 1:36 AM
Bibliafarm - 2014-07-24 5:36 AM aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-23 4:16 AM RnRJack - 2014-07-23 5:26 PM If I had a horse that bled through 7-8cc of lasix I would retire that horse plain and simple, their lungs obviously aren't strong enough to be running barrels and there's plenty of horses that will and can without all that. That's only my opinion though. I will not do anymore trial and error, lasix is the only know deterrent from bleeding. Everytime they bleed you compromise their lungs and health even more, causing scar tissue, possible infection, etc. I believe certain supplements help, especially with the vitamin K but would not give up on the lasix, maybe just lower the dose. I only give 2.5-3cc at most. That amount won't hurt the horse... Heck that's less that the hospital would give you if you were in need of lasix lol.. I know of a couple of horses that run on ten cc's
you missed my point |
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Location: Georgia | There are many reasons why horses bleed. In my opinion without scoping there is no way to tell if your horse is bleeding or not. Lasix is the only thing proven to really work against EIPH. I wouldnt risk the possible damage or infections that possible to playing with supplements that may or may not work. With that said.... I highly recommend Lung Aid for lung support and immune builder to help keep your horse healthy. Especially since the immune system and lungs are already compromised. If you want to read about it go to http://www.choiceofchamps.com/lung_aid.html and if you decide to give it a try use coupon code ( cockk) at checkout for 10% off and FREE shipping. |
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Gettin Jiggy Wit It
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| RnRJack - 2014-07-23 10:38 AM Giving a human lasix for a surgery or medical procedure or whatever the doctor prescribes it for one time is a lot different then giving a horse 7-10cc of lasix a few times a month... It is hard on their kidneys as it would be on ours as well, plus like above bbs have said it drains all electrolytes and other important minerals and vitamins that horses AND people need. They must be replenished immideately. I also have one that will not drink even after lasix so it takes him a while to come back. I stand by my opinion on that is to much, if you're giving that much lasix I would suggest pulling blood panels quite often to make sure your horse is staying healthy. I have scoped my horse 2 days later (bled on a Friday and scoped him Monday) and there was still dried up blood in his esophagus!!
A lot of people are on lasix as a daily medication... |
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| missroselee - 2014-07-22 4:16 PM Some horses do great on just change in diet and supplements. Some will always need lasix no matter what you do for them.
Every horse will be different and unfortunatley, the only way to find out is to try it. My vet asked me to use lasix no matter what when I first started my horse back into training. We had a plan to slowly wean him off lasix, while using supplements and diet changes, and then make a few runs and scope.
So far so good and he's never bled. I plan on having him scoped again before too long and will probably randomly scope him once or twice a year even if he's not showing signs.
What were the diet changes and supplements you implemented? |
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Location: Tulsa, Ok | It is a total crap shoot! Some horses can be managed sans lasix and some never will be. Example--we currently have two bleeders in our barn. Gelding is managed with a combo of Special Arubic Powder and K&C Plus. He has never bled thru in 10+ years. Mare on the same RX will bleed thru every time and hence always has lasix to run. The gelding was way way the worst bleeder when he did bleed. |
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| aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-24 12:36 AM Bibliafarm - 2014-07-24 5:36 AM aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-23 4:16 AM RnRJack - 2014-07-23 5:26 PM If I had a horse that bled through 7-8cc of lasix I would retire that horse plain and simple, their lungs obviously aren't strong enough to be running barrels and there's plenty of horses that will and can without all that. That's only my opinion though. I will not do anymore trial and error, lasix is the only know deterrent from bleeding. Everytime they bleed you compromise their lungs and health even more, causing scar tissue, possible infection, etc. I believe certain supplements help, especially with the vitamin K but would not give up on the lasix, maybe just lower the dose. I only give 2.5-3cc at most. That amount won't hurt the horse... Heck that's less that the hospital would give you if you were in need of lasix lol.. I know of a couple of horses that run on ten cc's
Long term issues - tying up, anemia, higher incidence of bone fractures due to calcium being leeched out of their bones, kidney failure. Yes, there are serious side effects of long term use. |
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| weder - 2020-01-20 5:05 PM aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-24 12:36 AM Bibliafarm - 2014-07-24 5:36 AM aqhabarrelchic1 - 2014-07-23 4:16 AM RnRJack - 2014-07-23 5:26 PM If I had a horse that bled through 7-8cc of lasix I would retire that horse plain and simple, their lungs obviously aren't strong enough to be running barrels and there's plenty of horses that will and can without all that. That's only my opinion though. I will not do anymore trial and error, lasix is the only know deterrent from bleeding. Everytime they bleed you compromise their lungs and health even more, causing scar tissue, possible infection, etc. I believe certain supplements help, especially with the vitamin K but would not give up on the lasix, maybe just lower the dose. I only give 2.5-3cc at most. That amount won't hurt the horse... Heck that's less that the hospital would give you if you were in need of lasix lol.. I know of a couple of horses that run on ten cc's Long term issues - tying up, anemia, higher incidence of bone fractures due to calcium being leeched out of their bones, kidney failure. Yes, there are serious side effects of long term use. There is also long term effects from other medications... Dex also affects calcium absorption, causes laminitis and if stopped abruptly it affects cortisol levels. Omeprazole is also proven to effect calcium absorption. Bute and other NSAIDs obviously affect gut and kidney health. Intra articular corticosteroids can cause laminitis and infection when placed in the joint not aseptically enough. Osphos delays bone healing. There is a risk in everything we give our horse and ourselves!!! Management and dosing under the care of vet is the most important thing! Research States the importance of following up with a good electrolyte for a few days post dosing lasix. I have patients on daily lasix for congestive heart failure and they are not told about taking extra electrolytes or vitamins to replace the ones that are leached out after taking it! Lastly people always want to go herbal or the natural route... But they forget that even things in nature can harm us and is poisonous! Just a thought...
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