How To Give Cat Inhaler Without Spacer?
Can you use a regular inhaler for cat asthma?
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Just like inhalers are used to treat asthma in humans, inhalers can be used to treat asthma in cats.
Can cats have human Albuterol?
Albuterol is used as a bronchodilator in veterinary practice (for cats, dogs, and horses). However, consumption can be toxic if dosed inappropriately. It is important to monitor your pet for adverse effects and/or signs of toxicity while treating them with this medication.
Can I use an albuterol nebulizer for my cat?
Albuterol can be administered intravenously, orally, or via a nebulizer or puffer/metered-dose inhaler (MDI), which is the formulation used most commonly in cats. It can also be nebulized inside an oxygen cage.
What is the difference between inhaler and spacer?
A spacer is a plastic tube that has a mouthpiece on one end. A person attaches the other end to their inhaler. An inhaler is a device that delivers puffs of medication for a person to breathe in. Using a spacer extends the amount of time it takes for the medication to enter the lungs.
