Gastrobim (Omeprazole) Oral Paste for Horses & Foals

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Description

Gastrobim™ (omeprazole) Oral Paste is a prescription proton pump inhibitor (PPI) indicated for the treatment of gastric ulcers and the prevention of recurrence of gastric ulcers in horses and foals 4 weeks of age and older. As the first FDA-approved generic equivalent to GastroGard®, Gastrobim contains the same active ingredient and has been shown to be bioequivalent to the brand-name product.

Gastrobim contains 37% w/w omeprazole in an easy-to-administer oral paste supplied in an adjustable-dose syringe. Each syringe is calibrated according to body weight, making dosing simple and accurate for horses of varying sizes. Once-daily administration helps reduce stomach acid production, allowing gastric ulcers to heal while helping prevent recurrence when used as directed by your veterinarian.

Uses & Benefits

• Treats equine gastric ulcers
• Helps prevent recurrence of gastric ulcers after treatment
• FDA-approved generic equivalent to GastroGard®
• Contains the same active ingredient as the brand-name product
• Convenient once-daily dosing
• Adjustable-dose syringe for accurate administration
• For horses and foals 4 weeks of age and older
• Prescription medication used under veterinary supervision

How It Works

Gastrobim contains omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor that suppresses gastric acid production by blocking acid pumps in the stomach lining. Reducing stomach acid creates a more favorable environment for gastric ulcers to heal and helps decrease the likelihood of ulcer recurrence during maintenance therapy.

Indications

Gastrobim™ is indicated for:

• Treatment of gastric ulcers in horses
• Prevention of recurrence of gastric ulcers
• Horses and foals 4 weeks of age and older

Ingredients

Active Ingredients:

Omeprazole 370 mg/g (37% w/w)

Inactive Ingredients:

The complete inactive ingredient formulation is proprietary.

Directions

Administer orally once daily.
Administer 1.8 mg/lb (4 mg/kg) of body weight once daily for 4 weeks.
Prevention of Recurrence: 

• Continue treatment for at least 4 additional weeks at 0.9 mg/lb (2 mg/kg) once daily.

The adjustable syringe is calibrated by body weight:

• Each weight marking delivers enough paste to treat 250 lb of body weight.
• For prevention, set the syringe to half of the horse's body weight.

Prevention

• 0.9 mg/lb (2 mg/kg) once daily for at least an additional 4 weeks

Always follow your veterinarian's dosing instructions.

Cautions

• Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
• For use in horses and foals 4 weeks of age and older.
• The safety of Gastrobim has not been established in pregnant or lactating mares.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• If accidental ingestion occurs, contact a physician immediately.

Possible Side Effects

Gastrobim is generally well tolerated when used as directed.

Contact your veterinarian if your horse experiences:

• Persistent digestive upset
• Changes in appetite
• Unexpected behavioral changes
• Any unusual reaction during treatment

Precautions

Use only under the direction of a licensed veterinarian.
Complete the full treatment course even if clinical signs improve.
Follow your veterinarian's recommendations for ulcer prevention after treatment.
Re-evaluation may be recommended for horses with recurrent ulcer symptoms.

Storage

Store at 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C). Excursions between 59°F and 86°F (15°C to 30°C) are permitted. Use within 28 days after first opening. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children and animals.