Fluticasone

Fluticasone propionate HFA inhalers may be prescribed to dogs and cats suffering from chronic asthma or bronchitis. It may also be prescribed for other reasons determined by a veterinarian. Fluticasone propionate decreases airway swelling and irritation to help your pet breathe easier.

Fluticasone is an inhaled steroid used to treat asthma and chronic bronchitis in cats and chronic bronchitis in dogs. Fluticasone may also be prescribed by a veterinarian for other conditions. Fluticasone facilitates easier breathing by reducing swelling and inflammation to keep the lungs’ air passages open.

Yes, fluticasone propionate inhaler is an inhaled glucocorticoid steroid.

Fluticasone should improve how your pet is feeling within 1 to 2 hours.

Fluticasone propionate aerosol should be stored at room temperature, away from excessive heat and moisture, and protected from direct sunlight and freezing. Store the canister with the mouthpiece down. All medications should be kept out of reach of children and animals.

Use fluticasone as directed by your veterinarian.

• Shake fluticasone propionate nasal spray well before use.
• Fluticasone is available in inhalers and should be used with a spacer or chamber such as AeroKat or AeroDawg aerosol chambers. The chamber mixes the drug with air so that your dog or cat will breathe in the medication. 
• Using special feline and canine aerosol masks (sold separately) helps ensure that your pet receives the full dose of Fluticasone Propionate. Be sure that the facemask you use to administer the Fluticasone Propionate fits your pet properly – it should fit snuggly around the muzzle and corners of the mouth.

Side effects that may occur but are usually not serious include a sore throat (uncommon). If this sign is severe, worsens, or continues to be a problem, contact your veterinarian.

Long-term, high doses of this drug could cause “Cushingoid” effects. Contact your veterinarian if you see increased thirst and need to urinate, increased appetite, weight gain, pot belly, skin or coat changes, hair loss, or weakness.