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Five mg of Prascend (or more) for a horse with PPID seems extreme, doesn’t it?

·8 December 2024

The recommended dosage of pergolide is 0.002 mg (2 µg) per kilogram of body weight, once daily. For a 500-kilogram horse, this equates to one milligram tablet. Therefore, with a five-milligram dose, the horse would literally receive five tablets. This…

What is PPID, and how does it affect horses?, What are the typical signs and symptoms of PPID in horses?, How is PPID diagnosed in horses?, What is the role of pergolide in treating PPID?, Can herbal remedies like chasteberry be effective in managing PPID?, How often should PPID-affected horses be monitored?, Are there any dietary or lifestyle changes that can help manage PPID?, What are the long-term outlooks for horses with PPID?, Can PPID be prevented?, How does PPID affect a horse's quality of life?

PPID Treatment and prevention

Treating PPID: the pill or the plant?

·22 July 2024

It is quite a shock when your horse is diagnosed with PPID. After all, it is a serious neurological disease causing significant hormonal imbalance, leading to severe health problems. On top of that, the vet recommends synthetic hormones for treatment,…