Anaphylactic Reaction (Allergic Shock)
Anaphylaxis is an acute, generalised allergic overreaction of the immune system (usually IgE-mediated) with massive histamine release. Within minutes it can threaten circulation and breathing and is a life-threatening emergency. Typical triggers are injections (medicines, vaccines, sera), insect stings or, more rarely, feed components.
Veterinary care required
This condition belongs in veterinary diagnosis and treatment. Compounds are at most supportive.
Priority · vet & management
Anaphylaxis is an EMERGENCY: call the vet immediately and stop any suspected trigger (e.g. an injection in progress). Acute therapy (including adrenaline, circulatory and airway stabilisation) is strictly veterinary; complementary feeds have no role here whatsoever.
Possible causes
- · parenteral medicines, vaccines or sera
- · insect stings/bites
- · rarely feed or contact allergens
- · previous sensitisation to the allergen
Supportive compounds · supplementary feed, not medication
Prevention
Consistently document and avoid known triggers; give first doses of new injectable preparations where possible under veterinary observation with a follow-up observation period.
Equiterna's take
Equiterna treats anaphylaxis solely as emergency education. There are no accompanying compounds here — decisive are speed and veterinary emergency care.
Usage note
This content is for information and education. It does not replace veterinary diagnosis or treatment. If your horse shows signs of illness, consult a veterinarian.
Equiterna is an intermediary platform for equine knowledge, marketplace and tools — not a veterinary-medicines dealer, veterinary practice or pharmacy. Compound information is study-attributed and free of healing claims. Legal framework: Regulation (EU) 2019/6 / TAMG (DE/AT), Feed Regulation (EC) 767/2009, FEI Prohibited Substances List, HWG.