Amlodipine is an approved veterinary drug used to reduce high blood pressure in cats. This drug is not recognized for use in horses.
Ciclesonide is an inhaled steroid used to treat breathing problems in horses caused by asthma. The CPMA intends to develop and publish an Elimination Guideline for ciclesonide.
Methadone is an opioid painkiller licensed for cats.
Any detection of the above drugs may result in a positive test.
The CPMA strongly recommends consulting a veterinarian on any decision to administer supplements or medications to a racehorse.
Testing for these drugs will begin on December 1, 2020.
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