Albuterol for Horses

Albuterol Sulfate is a bronchodilator, or a substance used to open constricted bronchial airways. Albuterol has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment and prevention of asthma, emphysema and other breathing conditions in horses.

  1. Features

    • An actuator system holds a pressurized aluminum canister containing Albuterol while a detachable nasal bulb delivers the medicine to the horse.

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    • A nasal bulb is inserted into the horse's nostril and when the horse inhales, a metered dose of Albuterol travels to the horse's lungs. According to a test conducted by the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences and Michigan State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, 360 or 720 microg is a safe and effective dosage for horses.

    Benefit

    • Albuterol gives immediate relief of bronochospasm and bronchoconstriction associated with Reversible Airway Obstruction, or RAO, in horses.

    Side Effects

    • The side effects from Albuterol include sweating, muscle tremors and excitement. These effects can last anywhere from 30 minutes to three hours.