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US brand names:Serevent
Salmeterol is dosed at 25 mcg per treatment Inhaled q12h in cats, per Corroborated 2026-07-31: Leemans J, Kirschvink N, Bernaerts F, Clercx C, Cambier C, Gustin P. Vet J 2009;180:236-245. doi:10.1016/j.tvjl.2007.11.008 PMID:18294877 (abstract) - healthy cats, salmeterol 25 mcg by MDI; carbachol bronchoprotection to 24 h but weakest of the 4 bronchodilators tested. — https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2007.11.008. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Highly selective long-acting beta-2 agonist that provides sustained bronchodilation for ~12 hours through prolonged receptor binding.
Slower onset than formoterol — not for rescue use. Must combine with inhaled corticosteroid. Tachycardia risk.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat (Domestic) | Inhaled | 25 mcg per treatment | q12h | Moderate | Corroborated 2026-07-31: Leemans J, Kirschvink N, Bernaerts F, Clercx C, Cambier C, Gustin P. Vet J 2009;180:236-245. doi:10.1016/j.tvjl.2007.11.008 PMID:18294877 (abstract) - healthy cats, salmeterol 25 mcg by MDI; carbachol bronchoprotection to 24 h but weakest of the 4 bronchodilators tested. — https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2007.11.008 |
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