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Links Banamine - Most horse people are familiar with flunixin meglumine, known to many by a popular trade name, Banamine. Banamine comes in an injectable form for intravenous or intramuscular use. It can also be given orally in the paste or granule forms. Banamine is in the same category of drugs as aspirin and phenylbutazone (bute). They are all nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Read More... (Added: 4-Jul-2000 Hits: 2239 Rating: 9.07 Votes: 13) Rate It Palatable Medicine - Getting your horse to eat his medicine is a matter of finding the right recipe. There are a variety of ways to sneak medicine into food. Every horse differs, so it might take a few different methods before finding success. Also, many horses "catch on" to our deception and require switching techniques. Read More... (Added: 20-Jul-2000 Hits: 530 Rating: 10.00 Votes: 2) Rate It Phenylbutazone (Bute) - Many horse owners, breeders and trainers keep prescription drugs on hand in their tack boxes. One of the most common is bute (short for phenylbutazone). As with all drugs, prescription or non-prescription, it is important to understand the potential risks and benefits of this popular medication before giving it. Read More... (Added: 4-Jul-2000 Hits: 2601 Rating: 9.57 Votes: 7) Rate It