Hi Kelly,

Dr. Kellon will no doubt be able to explain this better, but for both horses and humans there are drawbacks to long term NSAID use.  As you're not using Equioxx in an effort to treat something that won't benefit from it the circumstances are slightly different than using it to treat a laminitis episode (for example).  You would be best off discussing the risks of long term NSAID use with your vet who is most familiar with Micah's care.