Instructions
Assess the horse's physical nature. A complete physical examination by a veterinarian should be performed, to determine if the horse has EPM. The veterinarian will perform tests like pulling the tail, crossing legs, and blindfolding to determine the horse's condition. X-rays, spinal taps, and some blood work may be needed to rule out other diseases.
Administer one of the three FDA-approved medications available today. Those include Marquis, Navigator, and ReBalance. You can also try a product called Protazil. It is approved by the FDA, but not yet available on the market. Ask your vet before purchasing or using this product.
Supplement your horse with Vitamin E. Veterinarians suggest this, because it supports the horses muscle and nervous tissue. As the protozoa is being destroyed, use antioxidants and a natural anti-inflammatory like Omega 3 fatty acids, MSM, and other types of herbs, to help reduce cell damage.
Use alternative medicines, if you don't feel comfortable with what is on the market today. The use of herbs or an herbal blend will be important, as the horse's liver begins to process the drugs to help fight EPM. Also acupuncture can help the immune system of a horse, its body functions, as well as the emotional state during the infection and after the disease is gone.
How to Cure EPM
EPM, or Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis is a disease found in horses. Caused by the protozoa Sarcocystis neurona, this disease affects the central nervous system. Though treatable, horses that are severely affected may not stand a chance at surviving. The disease is transmitted by the opossum through various hosts, or carriers. This hosts include animals such as birds and cats.