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The
medicine you have been given for your dog or cat is called fluticasone. It may
have a trade name such as Flixotide®, but often will just be called
fluticasone.

What is fluticasone?

Fluticasone
is an inhaled steroid that has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to keep
the air passages of the lungs open, making it easier for your pet to breathe.

Why has my pet been prescribed fluticasone?

Fluticasone
is used to treat airway problems resulting from chronic inflammation, such as chronic
bronchitis and asthma. Once given, fluticasone can provide fast relief and, if
given regularly, can help to prevent attacks of breathlessness.

How should
I store fluticasone?

 This medicine should be stored at room
temperature and away from excess heat and moisture. For safety, all medicines
should be kept out of the reach and sight of children.

 How do I give fluticasone to my pet?

Fluticasone
is available in inhalers and should be given to your pet using a chamber or
mask designed for veterinary use. Ask your veterinary surgeon for guidance on
how to use these devices. It is recommended that the drug be given at the same
time or times every day.

How long will my pet need to take fluticasone?

 Your vet will advise you on the length of time
for which you will need to give this medicine. This may vary between patients.
In people, fluticasone will only prevent attacks of breathlessness or asthma if
it is taken regularly, and this is also likely to be the case for dogs and
cats. Therefore, do not stop giving fluticasone to your pet unless instructed
to do so by your vet.

What should I do if I run out of fluticasone?

Try not to
run out. Make sure you order more fluticasone from your vet if your supply is
getting low. Missing a dose may cause signs of your pet’s disease to return. If
you do run out, contact your own vet for further advice and restart the course
as soon as possible.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If a dose
is missed, give the medication as soon as possible. However, it is best to skip
the missed dose if it is almost time for your pet’s next scheduled dose. DO NOT
give a double dose to make up for the missed dose and do not exceed the total
stated dose in any one 24-hour period.

What should I do if my pet is accidentally given too many doses?

Contact
your vet immediately if your pet receives an overdose of fluticasone as higher
doses increase the risk of side effects.

Can my pet take fluticasone if I am already giving them other drugs?

Tell your
vet if you are giving your pet any other medications, even if you think they
know. This includes herbal and offthe-shelf remedies from a pet shop or
pharmacy. No information is available on whether fluticasone interacts with
other drugs in dogs and cats. There may be a mild additive effect if fluticasone
is given with other steroids.

What are the possible side effects of fluticasone for my pet?

Fluticasone
may cause increased appetite and thirst, panting, poor coat quality, hair loss
and a pot-bellied appearance. However, the drug is inhaled and actslocally,
these signs are likely to be far less marked than for steroids given by mouth
or injection, and might not be noticeable. If your pet shows any unusual
symptoms whilst taking this medication, please contact your vet.

What should I do if my pet is unwell while taking fluticasone?

 If your pet is unwell while receiving
medication, you should not give any further doses and should contact your vet
as soon as possible for advice.

What should I do if a person accidentally takes this drug?

 If a person accidentally takes your pet’s
medicine, the person should be taken to the local hospital immediately. Take
this leaflet and the inhaler (even if it is empty) with you.

Whom do I contact if I want to know more?

 If you have any questions about this drug, or
concerns about your pet’s health, contact your own vet. They will know your
pet’s medical history and will know about fluticasone.

 

The
Prescribing Cascade This medicine is authorized for use in human patients and
is used by vets under the ‘prescribing cascade’. The medicine is not authorized
by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD), an executive agency of the
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), for use in
dogs/cats/pets. Your vet can explain the ‘prescribing cascade’ in further
detail to you and also explain why they are prescribing this drug for your pet.
You will be asked to sign a consent form stating that you understand the
reasons that the drug is being prescribed and its possible complications,
before the treatment is issued.

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Small Animal Veterinary Association 2020. While the editors and the BSAVA have
made every effort in preparing this information leaflet, the contents and any
statements are made in good faith purely for general guidance and cannot be
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leaflet and hence do not accept any liability for loss or expense incurred (by
you or persons that you disseminate the materials to) as a result of relying on
content in this leaflet. To this end, you are advised to consult your vet and
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