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Hello,

The information I gave you is what I would do while waiting on the vet. I wouldn't use any ointments in the eye until your vet prescribes the appropriate one.

For now:

Clean the eye with a warm soft cloth (Re-apply and hold on eye for the swelling)

You can also give her 2 tabs bute per day (soak in water and add to grain) to help with the swelling.

Clear out eye with "Clear Eyes" (you can get at any feed/horse store)

Provide a fly mask to keep out debris and insects.

More than likely as I had indicated, I do believe she has an eye infection which can be cleared up quite easily when cleaned and medicated with an antibaterial ointment your vet will prescribe. It is always a good idea if you plan to keep the ointment, label it as to whether it is a sterioidal ointment or not. You can keep the anitibacterial (normally non-steroidal) ointment for possible future outbreaks.

Your vet may want to put her on SMZ's, Tuperin or another oral antibiotic that you will put in her feed.

I hope this helps. If you need further information please feel free to contact me.

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Edited by Tammy on 10/26/2006 at 8:32 AM

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