Ventolin HFA (albuterol sulfate) Inhaler for Dogs and Cats

Description

Ventolin HFA (albuterol sulfate) is a fast-acting inhalation aerosol prescribed by veterinarians to help manage occasional respiratory symptoms in pets. Commonly used for dogs and cats with intermittent asthma or bronchoconstriction, the active ingredient—albuterol sulfate—is a bronchodilator that works by quickly opening the airways to make breathing easier.

This inhaler is intended for use as needed and is most effective when administered through a pet-specific aerosol chamber, such as the AeroKat or AeroDawg. These chambers help deliver medication directly to the lungs, increasing comfort and accuracy during administration. Always follow your veterinarian’s guidance when using this prescription product.

Directions

• Talk to your veterinarian before using this product.
• Follow dosing directions exactly - don’t give your pet more medication than directed and don’t skip doses.
• Read the label carefully for information about storage, possible side effects, and drug interactions.
  

Indications

Asthma in cats

1. Maybe be used daily or as needed for asthmatic cat already on daily steroids – if there is increased cough, wheeze, or increased respiratory rate and effort at rest
2. Usually used only as needed for cats with intermittent signs of asthma (not daily signs)

What are the Potential Side Effects?

1. Musculoskeletal twitchiness
2. Excitability, insomnia, anorexia
3. THESE SIDE EFFECTS IN CATS ARE VERY, VERY UNCOMMON!

What are the Potential Problems?

This drug is very safe-with profound overdose (cat chews canister) there are reported problems with potassium regulation-I have never seen this.

How to Use

1. Rx the drug as the generic (albuterol MDI) - two puffs into AeroKat BID (GIVEN INDIVIDUALLY).
2. Cat should breathe the drug through the mask and AeroKat for 7-10 seconds.
3. Positive clinical effect should be seen within 5-10 minutes.
4. Can be used every ½ hr for 2-4 hrs as needed in crisis.

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