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  • Equine Medicine
  • Respiratory Pharmacology
  • Veterinary Therapeutics

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  • Equine respiratory diseases require effective drug delivery to the lungs.
  • Systemic administration can lead to undesirable side effects in horses.
  • Direct airway drug delivery offers a targeted therapeutic approach.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the advantages and disadvantages of inhalation therapy in horses.
  • To highlight the mechanism of drug delivery to equine airways.
  • To discuss commonly used inhaled medications and devices.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of inhalation drug delivery principles in equine respiratory medicine.
  • Review of devices used for inhalation therapy: nebulizers and pressurized metered dose inhalers.
  • Description of necessary equipment: equine-specific muzzle or nasal mask.

Main Results:

  • Inhalation therapy achieves high drug concentrations directly at the site of action in the airways.
  • This targeted delivery significantly reduces the risk of systemic side effects.
  • Commonly administered drugs include bronchodilators, anti-inflammatories, and antimicrobials.

Conclusions:

  • Inhalation therapy is an effective method for treating equine respiratory conditions.
  • It offers superior drug concentration at the target site with fewer systemic effects compared to other routes.
  • Proper administration using specialized devices is crucial for successful outcomes in horses.