Pharmacy

How to Get a Prescription

To purchase prescription horse drugs, you’ll first need a valid prescription from your veterinarian. Only a vet who has examined your horse can legally write one.

If you don’t already have an equine vet, here are reliable ways to find one in the U.S.:

• Search the AAEP “Find a Vet” directory for equine-focused veterinarians by state.
• Use the USDA APHIS Accredited Vet Search for federally accredited veterinarians.
• Ask trainers, boarding barns, or farriers for recommendations in your area.
• Contact Corro, we have a wide network in most states of the US.

Once your vet prescribes a medication, you can order the prescription meds from Corro.

Ordering Process

Once you have a prescription, ordering through Corro is straightforward:

1. Select the prescribed drug and add it to your cart.
2. Enter your horse’s details (name, age, weight, breed) and your veterinarian’s clinic information at checkout.
3. Complete checkout as normal.
   Our licensed pharmacy partner contacts your vet to verify the prescription.
4. Once approved, your order is processed and shipped directly to your barn or home.
   
   

Every prescription order is processed by a licensed pharmacy, ensuring the same safety and reliability you’d expect in a clinic.

Common Prescription Medications

Horses often rely on prescription drugs at different stages of life and training. Examples include:

• Ulcer & Digestion – omeprazole and other ulcer medications commonly prescribed for performance horses.
• Anti-Inflammatory & Pain – NSAIDs like phenylbutazone (“bute”) or firocoxib for soreness and arthritis.
• Antibiotics & Antifungal – used to treat bacterial and fungal infections after injuries or illness.
• EPM Treatments – medications prescribed for equine protozoal myeloencephalitis, a serious neurological disease.
• Respiratory Support – prescriptions for recurrent airway disease, allergies, or other breathing issues.

By working with your vet, you’ll know exactly which drug your horse needs, why it’s prescribed, and how to use it safely.

Supplements & OTC vs. Prescription Medications

Supplements and over-the-counter (OTC) products support general wellness, such as joint powders, electrolytes, vitamins, or topical wound sprays. They don’t require a prescription and can be ordered anytime.

Prescription meds, on the other hand, treat diagnosed conditions like infections, ulcers, or lameness, and can only be dispensed with approval from a licensed veterinarian.

FAQ

Do all horse medications require a prescription?
No, supplements and some OTC products are available anytime, but antibiotics, pain medications, ulcer treatments, and sedatives require a prescription.

How do I send my vet’s prescription to Corro?
Enter your horse and vet clinic details at checkout, and our pharmacy partner will verify the prescription directly with your veterinarian.

Can prescriptions be refilled automatically?
Yes, ongoing prescriptions can be set up for refills once authorized by your vet.

Can medications be shipped to my barn?
Yes, prescription orders are shipped directly to your barn or home once approved.

What’s the difference between supplements and medications?Supplements support overall health, while prescriptions treat specific diagnosed conditions under veterinary oversight.