Equipalazone® Apple Flavour: Trusted Equine Pain Relief, Now More Palatable Than Ever

When horses experience pain and inflammation, rapid and effective management is essential for maintaining comfort, mobility, and performance. Equipalazone® has long been one of the most trusted phenylbutazone products used by veterinarians for the management of musculoskeletal pain in horses and ponies. Now available in an apple-flavoured formulation, Equipalazone® combines proven efficacy with enhanced palatability, making administration easier for both horse owners and veterinary professionals.

What Is Equipalazone®?

Equipalazone® contains phenylbutazone, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) widely used in equine medicine to help manage pain, inflammation, and lameness associated with a range of musculoskeletal conditions. It is indicated for horses and ponies requiring relief from inflammatory conditions affecting joints, tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues. It may also be used to help reduce post-surgical soft tissue reactions.

Common Conditions Where Equipalazone® May Be Used

Veterinarians may prescribe Equipalazone® as part of a treatment plan for conditions including:

• Osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease

• Acute and chronic laminitis

• Bursitis

• Carpitis

• Musculoskeletal injuries

• Post-operative soft tissue inflammation

By reducing inflammation and discomfort, Equipalazone® can help horses remain more comfortable during recovery and rehabilitation.

How Does Phenylbutazone Work?

Phenylbutazone works by inhibiting cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes involved in the inflammatory pathway. This reduces the production of prostaglandins and other inflammatory mediators responsible for pain, swelling, and discomfort. As a result, horses may experience improved comfort and mobility while the underlying condition is being managed.

Why Choose Equipalazone®?

Equipalazone® has earned a reputation as one of the most widely used and trusted phenylbutazone products available for horses. Its unique formulation offers several practical benefits:

• Apple-Flavoured for Improved Acceptance - Administering medication can sometimes be challenging, particularly with horses that are selective feeders. The new apple-flavoured formulation has been developed to improve palatability, helping encourage acceptance and simplifying administration.
• Convenient Individual Sachets - Each dose is supplied in compact sachets, making storage, handling, and administration simple and convenient whether at the stable, clinic, or competition venue.
• Unique Microcaps® Technology - Equipalazone® utilises Microcaps® technology, where each granule is coated with arabic gum. This innovative approach contributes to improved palatability compared with non-coated phenylbutazone formulations while maintaining effective anti-inflammatory and analgesic action.
• No Added Sugar - Equipalazone® is the only NSAID granule available with no added sugar, making it a suitable choice where sugar intake is a consideration.

Supporting Equine Soundness and Performance

Lameness remains one of the most common reasons for reduced performance, training interruptions, and veterinary intervention in horses. Effective pain management forms an important part of a comprehensive treatment strategy, alongside accurate diagnosis, rehabilitation, and ongoing veterinary care.

Equipalazone® forms part of Dechra's Equine Lameness Solutions portfolio, supporting veterinarians in helping horses remain active, comfortable, and performing at their best.

Trusted Relief for Horses and Ponies

For decades, phenylbutazone has remained a cornerstone of equine pain management. With the addition of a palatable apple flavour, Equipalazone® continues to deliver the powerful anti-inflammatory and analgesic support veterinarians trust, while making administration easier for owners and horses alike.

• Available from The Veterinary Group - The Veterinary Group is proud to supply Dechra's Equipalazone® Apple Flavour as part of our comprehensive equine healthcare portfolio. Contact our team at sales@thevet.group to learn more about this trusted equine pain management solution or to place an order here.