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Laxatives and oral fluids
Several litres of lukewarm water may be given by stomach tube to a horse with an impaction;
VetBooks.ir salt or electrolytes may be added (Figure 17.9). The mixture helps to soften the faeces and
break up the mass of accumulated material. Alternatively, osmotic laxatives such as
magnesium sulphate (Epsom salts) may be given. The stomach tube may be left in place or
withdrawn between treatments.
Figure 17.9 Electrolytes are administered by stomach tube
Anthelmintics
