Ventipulmin

Clenbuterol Bronchodilator for Horses

Ventipulmin relieves reversible bronchospasm and treats certain respiratory conditions in horses. Specifically, it treats diseases affecting the respiratory tract caused by airway obstruction, as with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Ventipulmin is provided in a palatable syrup form.

Benefits of Ventipulmin:

• Stops bronchial spasms
• Works as a bronchodilator
• Treats respiratory diseases caused by airway obstruction, such as COPD
• Minimal effect on the cardiovascular system
• Easily administered palatable syrup
• Prescription-strength treatment

Ventipulmin is only for use in horses. Do not administer to other animals. Not for use in humans.

Do not permit children to give this medication to horses.

Read all instructions and precautionary statements included from the manufacturer before use.

Follow your veterinarian's prescription exactly.

Directions:

1. Remove the safety cap and seal and attach the dispensing cap.
2. Take the cover off the dispensing tip and connect the syringe.
3. Draw in the appropriate dose.
4. Administer 0.5 mL per 100 lbs. of body weight twice daily for 3 days.
5. Administer 1.0 mL per 100 lbs. of body weight twice daily for 3 days if no improvement is seen with the initial dosing.
6. Administer 1.5 mL per 100 lbs. of body weight twice daily for 3 days if there is still no improvement.
7. Administer 2.0 mL per 100 lbs. of body weight twice daily for 3 days if there is still no improvement.
8. Treat for 30 days, or for the prescribed duration.
9. Replace cover over dispensing tip after administration and return the safety cap to the bottle.
10. If no improvement is seen after 3 days at 2.0 mL, discontinue treatment and consult your veterinarian because the horse is not responsive to clenbuterol.
11. If signs reappear after the first 30-day regimen, another may be administered.

Storage:

Keep out of reach of children and animals.

Store Ventipulmin at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F. Protect from freezing.

It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.

Clenbuterol, the active ingredient in Ventipulmin, is a bronchodilator. It relaxes the airways to facilitate better breathing. Ventipulmin typically requires 2 oral doses per day.

Ventipulmin Active Ingredient (per mL): 72.5 mcg clenbuterol HCl  

Warnings:

Keep Ventipulmin out of reach of children and animals. Do not use or store in or near open flame or heat.

Ventipulmin is only intended for use in horses. Do not give to other animals. Do not use in humans.

Use as prescribed by your veterinarian.

CAUTION: Ventipulmin antagonizes the effects of prostaglandin F2 alpha and oxytocin.

Not for use in pregnant mares near term or in horses with impaired cardiovascular function.

Do not use in horses intended for food.

The safety of this medication for breeding horses has not been established.

It is not recommended that the initial dosing be higher than 0.5 mL per 100 lbs. of body weight.

In the event of human ingestion, contact a physician or poison control center immediately. Have the label on hand. Ingestion may have effects on the cardiovascular system. Elevated pulse rate, changes in blood pressure, and/or ECG changes may occur.

Side effects may include perspiration, hives, restlessness, muscle tremors, and tachycardia. These are more likely during the first few days of treatment. Ventipulmin may rarely cause elevated creatine kinase (CK) serum levels or ataxia. If adverse reactions are severe or persistent, contact your veterinarian.

Consult your veterinarian before administering any other drugs or supplements to horses during treatment with Ventipulmin.

If you know of or suspect an overdose, contact your veterinarian right away.

Some equine associations may prohibit the use of this medication.

Keep the safety cap on the bottle during storage.

Warranty and Manufacturer Information:

Ventipulmin® is a Registered Trademark of Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, GmbH.

NADA 140-973, Approved by FDA

NAC No.: 10281132