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The Pharmacologic Effects Of Isoxsuprine, J. Daniel Harkins, Thomas Tobin
The Pharmacologic Effects Of Isoxsuprine, J. Daniel Harkins, Thomas Tobin
Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center Faculty Publications
Isoxsuprine is a therapeutic medication used to treat navicular disease and other lower limb problems in horses and is one of the more frequently detected therapeutic agents in racing horses. In crossover studies, horses were administered intravenous and oral isoxsuprine to determine the character and duration of pharmacological effects. Following intravenous administration, isoxsuprine significantly increased heart rate, spontaneous activity, and sweat production. There was an apparent, although statistically insignificant, increase in cutaneous blood flow. Skin temperature decreased below control values, and there was a significant decrease in core temperature. Isoxsuprine also reduced smooth muscle tone. In contrast, after oral dosing, …