Equine Sports Council

Medication Administration Guidelines

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Medical Reports are available for use at ESC sanctioned events by trainers or veterinarians that have registered as a user on this site.

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MEDICAL REPORT required for Controlled Medications and USDA Therapeutic Shoeing. Only veterinarians may submit medical reports for USDA Therapeutic Shoeing, and must provide diagnosis of hoof condition requiring epoxy use to repair hoof wall or where heel length is not at least 1 inch shorter than toe.

FAQ & Quick Reference Guide

– Trainer must be a registered user with ESC and granted access to the Professional Trainer Portal
– Veterinarians must register as a user with ESC.
– Private veterinarians are granted access to the Veterinarian Portal with ESC.
– Horses Registered Name
– Breed, Sex, Age, Color, Weight & Temperature of the Horse 
– Name of Medication, Date/Time Administered, Amount, Strength & Route of Administration


SEARCH TOOLS
Commonly Used & Controlled Medications
Use the database Search Tools to easily find over 1200 equine medications and their industry standard classifications and allowed use. Commonly Used, generally do not require a Medical Form, however there are some exceptions. Controlled Medications require a Medical Form if used within 7 days of competition and most require >24 hour withdraw times, however there are many exceptions. NSAID stacking is not permitted. Contact your veterinarian with any questions.

BANNED MEDICATIONS AND SUBSTANCES – Are not permitted at any time. ESC does not condone use of Banned substances. If withdraw times are not available for a banned substance, it is the responsibility of the agent or prescribing vet to obtain that information.