EQUITHROX-ORAL THYROXINE SUPPLEMENT


Many veterinarians prefer EQUITHROX thyroid supplement as a source of Lthyroxine sodium due to its apple and molasses flavored base. Competing products are not flavored and therefore less likely to be consumed by the horse. The dose of L-thyroxine sodium fed is the same per administration as that of competitors but more EQUITHROX will be eaten. This consistently results in higher serum concentrations of total thyroxine (TT4). Many veterinarians switched to EQUITHROX because they observed both higher serum TT4 and a more rapid and consistent clinical response.

Irrespective of the source of the thyroxine supplement, it is imperative to monitor serum concentrations of TT4 via a validated equine assay system. This insures that neither too little nor too much thyroxine is given. BET LABS can perform the assays on serum submitted by veterinarians and offer consultation on supplementation programs. EQUITHROX is available through your veterinarian and is sold in 1 lb tubs and 10 lb buckets.