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My dog ran out of prescribed inhaler. Is Ventolin a safe substitute?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 13 lbs

My dog is prescribed flixodent inhaler but has run out is it safe to give ventolin to relieve condition

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Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on January 7th, 2018

Flixotide (fluticasone) and Ventolin (albuterol) are different drugs with different doses in dogs. It is not recommended to switch or medicate your dog with a different drug without first contacting your veterinarian. Ideally, if you can refill the original prescription, that should be the first option. If your veterinarian is unavailable or if there are no more refills on the prescription, then you'll likely need to have Maisy rechecked before a new prescription or different medication is dispensed. Legally, we are prohibited from recommending doses or different medication in the absence of a physical exam and a patient-veterinarian-client relationship.

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