Tb-1000
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Thymosin beta-4 peptide for injury recovery and tissue healing in horses; promotes cellular migration and differentiation.
Thymosin beta-4 (Tβ4) synthetic peptide. Mechanism: promotes cellular migration (actin-sequestering protein), angiogenesis, stem cell activation, and anti-inflammatory effects. Stimulates keratinocyte and endothelial cell migration → tissue repair and wound healing; may promote tendon/ligament collagen reorganization. Investigational; subcutaneous or IV administration.
Key information
Thymosin beta-4 peptide — injectable for tissue repair in horses. Refrigerate lyophilized product. Reconstitute per label. Compounded or research use. Limited regulatory approval.
How to Give this Medication
SQ or IV injection per protocol. Store refrigerated (2–8°C); do not freeze.
If a dose is missed
This product is given as a single dose or as part of a defined protocol. Contact your veterinarian if a scheduled administration was missed. Contact your veterinarian.
Side Effects
Generally well tolerated with limited veterinary adverse effect data. Injection site reactions (SQ). Rare: hypersensitivity. Long-term safety data limited.
Precautions
For animals
Limited veterinary safety and efficacy data. Administer as directed. {NOT_FOOD}
For people handling this medication
Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Peptide injectable — Injectable — administered by veterinary staff only. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. If accidentally self-injected, seek emergency medical attention immediately. Limited human safety data. Wear gloves.
Overdose
Contact your veterinarian. Thymosin beta-4 overdose data is limited — contact vet for guidance.
Tb-1000 dosage forms
| Product | Strength | Form | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TB-1000 20 MG INJECTABLE | 20 MG | Injectable | 1 | Commercial |
Sources
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual (merckvetmanual.com); Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)