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.
Phenylbutazone is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) frequently prescribed for lameness, musculosketetal pain, muscle soreness, bone and joint problems, and laminitis. As one of the most commonly prescribed medications for many musculoskeletel problems, it is often less expensive than other NSAIDs and is well tolerated by most horses.