Abstract
Lasix is a drug used in thoroughbred racehorses to prevent exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage (EIPH), however it can be abused and can cause harm to the animals it is meant to aid. As a non-drug alternative to Lasix, nasal strips have been shown to be just as effective at preventing the harm caused by EIPH and are considered a safe substitute that eliminates the need to inject Lasix and potentially endanger these athletes. However, nasal strips have been banned in some states and as a result, only sparsely used by some owners and trainers. Flair nasal strips used by California Chrome, a much-loved and highly successful racehorse, acted as a catalyst in lifting New York's ban on these strips. We have sent a letter with supporting video to owners, trainers, breeders, and gaming commissions that are directly responsible for the treatment of thoroughbred athletes in the hopes that they would push for a change to lift the ban in all states and promote the safer non-drug alternative to Lasix for the prevention of EIPH.
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