Symptoms of postpartum depression are similar to what happens normally following childbirth. They include difficulty sleeping, appetite changes, excessive fatigue, decreased libido, and frequent mood changes.
If your horse needs a topical medication along with a pain reliever, your veterinarian may have you apply a dimethyl sulfoxide, or DMSO, solution. DMSO is quickly absorbed through the skin and is especially good at relieving swelling, as it pulls moisture from tissues.
Veterinary Liniment Gel relieves the pain and swelling of joints and muscle due to minor injuries, over exertion and arthritis. Directions For Use: Arthritis: A common condition in older horses, Absorbine Gel helps to loosen stiff, arthritic joints and reduce swelling. Legs & Joints: To relieve the pain and swelling of the legs, rub Absorbine Gel in thoroughly three or more times a day.