It’s easy to stay on guard with ULCERGARD® (omeprazole).
ULCERGARD is an effective medication that prevents stomach ulcers in horses. It is the only preventive medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
A daily dose of ULCERGARD during times of stress effectively prevents stomach ulcers in healthy horses at risk for developing ulcers.* Click here to see a list of common stress factors.
The active ingredient in ULCERGARD, omeprazole, inhibits acid production at its source — the proton pump.
ULCERGARD is available through licensed veterinarians without a prescription.1
How to use ULCERGARD.
Give a daily dose of ULCERGARD, clearly marked on each tube, on the back of the horse’s tongue or deep in the cheek pouch. If any of the dose is lost or rejected, re-dosing is recommended.
The patented paste formulation guarantees stability and consistency. Each tube of ULCERGARD contains four daily doses for horses weighting 600 to 1,200 lbs.
Horse Weight
Dose
Less than 600lbs
Less than 600lbs
600 – 1,200 lbs
1 dose per day (as marked on ULCERGARD syringe)
Over 1,200 lbs
2 doses per day
For additional questions and answers about ULCERGARD, click the FAQ tab.
Important safety information:
ULCERGARD can be used in horses that weigh at least 600 pounds. Safety in pregnant mares has not been determined.
For product label information, click here or the Labeled Use tab above.
®ULCERGARD is a registered trademark of the AstraZeneca Group of Companies.
*When treated for eight to 28 days, ULCERGARD is proven to effectively prevent gastric ulcers in horses exposed to stressful conditions.
1Freedom of Information Summary for ULCERGARD (NADA 141-227).
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