Symptoms of postpartum depression are similar to what happens normally following childbirth. They include difficulty sleeping, appetite changes, excessive fatigue, decreased libido, and frequent mood changes.
If your horse needs a topical medication along with a pain reliever, your veterinarian may have you apply a dimethyl sulfoxide, or DMSO, solution. DMSO is quickly absorbed through the skin and is especially good at relieving swelling, as it pulls moisture from tissues.
MEDICATIONS. 1  Tramadol is a newer narcotic-like drug that is being used with good success to treat chronic pain in dogs. 2  NSAIDs such as aspirin and Rimadyl. 3  Steroids such as prednisone.  Tylenol and Tylenol with Codeine can be used with dogs who cannot tolerate NSAIDs, or who need additional pain relief.