Description
While Surpass topical cream is not a cure for osteoarthritis, it does control the pain and inflammation associated with OA and increases the horse’s mobility. The response to Surpass Cream will vary from horse to horse. In most horses, maximum improvement is seen in less than one week. Manufactured for Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. Diclofenac, the active ingredient in Surpass, is designated as a class 4 substance by the ARCI.
Active Ingredients: 1% diclofenac sodium
Directions for User: Wear gloves to prevent absorption into the hands. Direct contact with the skin should be avoided. If contact occurs, the skin should be washed immediately with soap and water. Apply a five-inch ribbon of Surpass Cream twice daily over the affected joint for up to ten days. Rub it thoroughly into the hair covering the joint until it disappears.
Special Precautions: Wear gloves to prevent absorption into the hands. Direct contact with the skin should be avoided. If contact occurs, the skin should be washed immediately with soap and water. Keep Surpass Cream and all medications out of the reach of children. Surpass Cream is not for human use.
