Flovent HFA Rx
Flovent HFA Rx
This product was discontinued by the manufacturer. Please see its generic's product page, Fluticasone (Generic) HFA.
***An alternative generic fluticasone HFA for cats and dogs is now available.
What is Flovent HFA for Cats and Dogs?
- Flovent is an inhaled, aerosol medication prescribed to treat asthma, chronic cough, bronchitis, and other breathing conditions in dogs and cats.
- Flovent contains Fluticasone, a glucocorticoid-type steroid that reduces inflammation of the airways to improve breathing.
Why is Flovent used for cats and dogs?
- Flovent may be prescribed for cats and dogs with asthma, chronic cough, bronchitis, or other breathing conditions.
- Flovent is an inhaled steroid that decreases swelling and inflammation of the airways and can help your dog or cat breathe easier.
What else should I know about Flovent?
- A built-in dose counter on the canister makes it easy to track the number of doses left.
- Be sure to check the dose meter regularly to ensure your pet is receiving a full dose of Flovent.
- Using special feline and canine aerosol masks (sold separately) helps ensure that your pet receives the full dose of Flovent. Be sure that the facemask you use to administer Flovent fits your pet properly – it should fit snuggly around the muzzle and corners of the mouth.
- Ground shipping is required due to Department of Transportation regulations. There is no expedited shipping.
- Flovent is a human-labeled medication that may be prescribed for extra-label use by a veterinarian to treat certain medical conditions in dogs and cats. As a pet pharmacy, VetRxDirect only dispenses this medication with a veterinarian’s prescription for use in animals.
What problems could my dog or cat have with Flovent?
- When prescribed for dogs and cats, it may take 7-10 days for Flovent to show its full effect.
- Flovent is not an effective treatment for acute bronchospasm, active wheezing, or shortness of breath in dogs or cats.
- Inhaled steroids usually cause fewer side effects in dogs and cats than when these drugs are injected (given by shot) or given orally (by mouth).
- Flovent side effects in dogs and cats are uncommon and may include a sore throat. If this sign is severe, worsens, or continues to be a problem, contact your veterinarian.
- Although unlikely, long-term, high doses of this drug could cause “Cushingoid” effects. If you see greater thirst and need to urinate, increased appetite, weight gain, pot belly, skin or coat changes, hair loss, or weakness, contact your veterinarian.
How do you use Flovent?
- Shake well before use.
- When using an aerosol medication, a special mask is usually used to fit over the face of the dog or cat to allow more medication to reach the lungs.
- Most effective when used with a spacer or chamber like the AeroKat or AeroDawg Aerosol Chambers. The chamber mixes the drug with air so that your dog or cat will breathe in the medication instead of swallowing it.
What is in Flovent?
The active ingredient in Flovent is Fluticasone, an inhaled glucocorticoid steroid.
How much of the fluticasone steroid is actually per actuation of the inhaler?
Flovent HFA 44 mcg Inhaler
- After priming, the Flovent HFA 44 mcg inhaler releases 50 mcg of fluticasone propionate in 60 mg of suspension from the valve of the metal canister into the plastic canister holder.
- The amount of fluticasone released at the mouthpiece of the plastic canister holder for inhalation is 44 mcg.
- A Flovent HFA 44 mcg inhaler is a fluticasone 50 mcg inhaler - the concentration of the drug is just measured at different points of the inhaler.
Flovent HFA 110 mcg Inhaler
- After priming, the Flovent HFA 110 mcg inhaler releases 125 mcg of fluticasone propionate in 75 mg of suspension from the valve of the metal canister into the plastic canister holder.
- The amount of fluticasone released at the mouthpiece of the plastic canister holder for inhalation is 110 mcg.
- A Flovent HFA 110 mcg inhaler is a fluticasone 125 mcg inhaler - the concentration of the drug is just measured at different points of the inhaler.
Flovent HFA 220 mcg Inhaler
- After priming, the Flovent HFA 220 mcg inhaler releases 250 mcg of fluticasone propionate in 75 mg of suspension from the valve of the metal canister into the plastic canister holder.
- The amount of fluticasone released at the mouthpiece of the plastic canister holder for inhalation is 220 mcg.
- A Flovent HFA 220 mcg inhaler is a fluticasone 250 mcg inhaler - the concentration of the drug is just measured at different points of the inhaler.
Will I get what I see in the picture?
Flovent is a brand name. You will receive the exact brand that you request.
Is it important for my dog or cat to finish all of the Flovent?
Dogs and cats may use Flovent for different lengths of time. Please consult your veterinarian if you have any questions.
Review Summary
117 total reviews
Rated 4.81 out of 5 stars
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
98 5 star reviews
17 4 star reviews
1 3 star reviews
1 2 star reviews
0 1 star reviews
Most Liked Positive Review
Flovent for Chronic Asthma/Bronchitis
I bought this about a month ago along with the Aerokat dispenser. I have a ten-pound Pomeranian with the shorter, stubby nose, and the larger size mask that comes with the Aerokat works perfectly for her. Munchkin has had chronic breathing problems along with a collapsing trachea complication and we've had her in the Vet hospital more than once. We purchased the Flovent along with Ventolin for emergency situations, to hopefully prevent any more emergency room visits. It took a full ten days for the Flovent to start making an appreciable difference in Munchkin's coughing and harsh breathing, but it IS working. And she's much more active and seems so much happier, energetic. She still coughs now and then but it isn't so chronic and distressing as it was. I would heartily recommend trying this for dogs/cats with pulmonary issues like asthma or chronic Bronchitis, and it helps with collapsing trachea inflammation. We give her a treatment right before bedtime and she has calm restive nights once again! Two pieces of advice: We got Munchkin to adapt quickly to the Aerokat covering her mouth by giving her a little treat immediately afterwards, and also we were told to rinse out the mouth and throat with water right after treatment to cut down on any throat irritation and possible ensuing throat infection. We just slowly dispense a small syringe full of water into her mouth afterwards. Problem solved.
Most Liked Negative Review
Very expensive and sometimes loses potency
I have to purchase this every 3 months and it is pretty expensive in my opinion, but my cat responds well to the product so I will continue to purchase. Another big issue, the product seems to lose potency around the last 20-30 sprays, it just does not work as well as when I first start using a new one. I just threw one away that had 24 doses left, very aggravating considering the price of product, but again, I have no other choice at this time, my cat needs the product.
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Necessary per Vet.
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFAHas helped Bailey with his Asthma. -
Great.
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFAGreat product. Helps our Maci breathe when her asthma gets bad. -
Helps Ransom breath👍🏻
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFARansom has a chronic lung condition. This product keeps her airways open and a smile on her face😉 -
Definitely helps
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFAMy cat has asthma and has frequent asthma attacks. Usually 5-7 times a day! With this inhaler it's down to about 3 times a week :) -
Thanks for trying to rush this to us!
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFAGlad to have had access to this inhaler for my sweet Lulu. She was not able to use it as she passed quietly before it arrived. -
Must have for kitty asthma!
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFAMy 6 yr old 9lb kitty has asthma. My vet recommended Flovent 44mcg which is very hard to find. VetRXDirect provides a great price and product. My vet's pharmacist even said sometimes they have to use them for filling medications so I knew they were reputable and safe. The AeroKat chamber is a must (we trained for over a month alone on that). Snowball is now coughing much less and takes her meds like a champ (with bribes of course!). -
Refills are SO easy.
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFAVet Lex always sends a reminder email when it's time reorder. Such a help! -
Great for cough due to tracheal collapse or COPD
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFAPomeranian with supposed tracheal collapse with a cough since 1 years of age. I either use Cerenia, which inhibits the cough reflex, or this product, which opens up the smaller airways. This product has reduced the coughing and clearly works. My dog has no problem with the aero inhaler attachment and comes to me with a washing tail when it's time for her dose. She must know this product helps her to breath better. I will be buying this again and again. -
Working great
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFAWorking great for our cat. -
Very expensive and sometimes loses potency
From UndisclosedComments about Flovent HFAI have to purchase this every 3 months and it is pretty expensive in my opinion, but my cat responds well to the product so I will continue to purchase. Another big issue, the product seems to lose potency around the last 20-30 sprays, it just does not work as well as when I first start using a new one. I just threw one away that had 24 doses left, very aggravating considering the price of product, but again, I have no other choice at this time, my cat needs the product.
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My cat has been prescribed FloVent because he has been wheezing daily for a few months. He has had every test possible but no relief. We have been using the inhaler for only i week. However, your website says: "Flovent is not an effective treatment for acute bronchospasm, active wheezing, or shortness of breath in dogs or cats." Please advise.?
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Flovent is a steroidal inhaler that is typically used at the same time or times every day. This is commonly referred to as a “maintenance” inhaler because it helps prevent acute bronchospasms and wheezing from occurring by reducing airway inflammation. It may take around 7-10 days for this medication to reach full effect. If no improvements are seen at this time, please ensure it is being administered properly and speak to your veterinarian about possible dose adjustments. This is different from a “rescue” inhaler that is used as needed to treat acute symptoms. The website is stating that Flovent does not have enough data to support it being used as a rescue inhaler at this time. Please reach out to your veterinarian for advice specific to your cat.
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The instructions for this product include "rinse mouth well after each use." How can this be done without my cat swallowing the water??
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Flovent HFA is a human-labeled prescription medication that may be prescribed for extra-label use by a veterinarian to treat chronic asthma or bronchitis. The human-labeled instructions say to rinse your mouth after each use to prevent thrush, an oral fungal infection; however, thrush does not usually occur in cats. You may consider speaking with your veterinarian to determine the best way to administer this product to your cat.
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My cat doesn't have Insurrance , I can't get Insurrance due to her condition of asthma , Flovent is too expensive?
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My cat is currently taking Flovent 220mcg once a day, to treat what is suspected to be feline asthma. I've noticed that he has started sneezing in high succession during the first week of his medication. At first it was a sneeze here and there, but now it's 5 or 6 sneezes in a row every day. Is this a symptom that is normal, or should I be worried about this development??
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According to Plumb’s Veterinary Drug Handbook, inhaled steroids such as Flovent usually cause fewer side effects than when given orally by mouth. Information from human data says that irritation to the back of the throat and upper respiratory tract infection are possible. If you have any concerns regarding your cat and this medication, it is recommended that you consult directly with your veterinarian.
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My cat has asthma and also does this type of sneezing often and he is not on any meds. So it very well may just be a symptom
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My cat is taking prednisolone for asthma and I am interested in switching to Flovent. What is the equivalent dosage of prednisolone to Flovent 44 mcg??
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Most commonly when starting Flovent, oral glucocorticoid therapy (like prednisolone) would be continued for about 10-14 days with tapering overlap. Please consult your veterinarian about using Flovent in your cat and what dosage you should use.
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We have been using the product (Flovent) twice per day on our 19 lbs. geriatric terrier mix. Since we began, about a week ago, he seems to have developed a problem swallowing. Is a sore throat / problematic swallowing a known side effect of the use of Flovent? If so, what remedies are available to us, since this seems to be impairing his ability to eat? Additionally, so we can be prepared for any other issues that may arise, what are the most common side effects of administering Flovent to a dog? Thanks for your help, JD?
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According to the manufacturer, the adverse effects of Flovent include upper respiratory tract infections or inflammation, throat irritation, sinusitis, dysphonia, candidiasis, cough, bronchitis, or headache. I would recommend speaking with your veterinarian regarding solutions for the sore throat in your dog. Please consult your veterinarian regarding any further questions or concerns regarding this medication in your dog.
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what dosage for 19 lb dog of Flovent Inhaler?
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Each canister contains about 120 actuations, but the dosage as well as the number of puffs will vary (1-4 puffs a day) according to your pets current condition. It would be best to discuss this with your veterinarian to ensure the best therapy is received for your dog.
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My vet is prescribing Fluticasone 125 What is the equivalent dosage--44 mcg, 110 mcg, or 220 mcg??
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The Flovent HFA 110 Inhalation Aerosol states, Each actuation of the inhaler delivers 125mcg of fluticasone propionate from the valve and 110mcg from the actuator.
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Hi i got my prescription filled by you guys from my vet, he prescribed 110mcg twice a day for my 2 year old cat. My question is, how long or how many breaths do I wait for before I remove? I place the mask on, puff and then wait how long? Thanks?
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According to the manufacturer’s instructions for AeroKat, the mask should be left on the cat’s face for 5-6 breaths. Please speak with your veterinarian as individual directions for your cat may vary.
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I've been using this for my cat for a couple of years now. I always wait for about 8 to 10 breaths. Sometimes my kitty doesn't seem to take as deep a breath as others so I want to ensure that she gets a full dose. This seems to work very well for her.
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How many canisters come in the manufacturer's box. I see the price is $431 but need to know if that's only for one canister??
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One canister comes in each box. Please contact your veterinarian if you have further questions or concerns regarding this product.
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