Product Description
The most common drugs, hormones, supplements, and herbs for horses are described and evaluated in thisĀ updated edition of a long-trusted guide. New products have been added to the A-to-Z guide,Ā obsolete items have been removed, and the entries have been revised to reflect new scientific findings. Each listing gives indicated uses, ingredients, proper administration, andĀ side effects.Ā An index of brand names is included to simplify theĀ cross-referencing of generics and related medications.
Concise Guide to Medications, Supplements and Herbs for the Horse
This book caught my eye as a horse owner and horse lover; I also study holistic treatment modalities and had high hopes for this book.
Written by a DVM, who obviously practices more traditional western vet care, the text is clearly written with even a tinge of humor.
Although herbal medicine is treated rather disdainfully, his articulate and concise descriptions of medications and supplements is very useful. He explains the action of the drug/supplement, product claims, precautions, and side effects. Dr. Ramey is very good at dispelling confusion about the multitude of products available for horses, while speaking in terms the average layman can understand.
Though not quite what I was after, all in all, a good book that I will not part with; another reference book I recommend to equine professionals and/or hobbyists.
Think of it as a horse owner’s version of a Physician’s Desk Reference.
Rating: 4 / 5