Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses

Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses

Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses

Prescription Required (POM-V)

What is Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses?

Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses is a prescription bronchodilator syrup for horses. It contains clenbuterol hydrochloride, which helps open the airways and support easier breathing in selected respiratory conditions.

Vets use Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses alongside other treatments such as rest, management changes and, where appropriate, additional medicines.

When vets may prescribe Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses

Your vet may prescribe Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses to help manage:

• Respiratory disease with airway spasm or narrowing

• Conditions where mucus build-up in the lower airways is a concern

• Horses that cough or show effort when breathing due to lower airway disease

The exact diagnosis and treatment plan will always come from your vet after examining the horse and, if needed, running further tests.

How Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses works

Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses contains clenbuterol, a beta-2 agonist. It works in two key ways:

• Bronchodilation – relaxes smooth muscle in the airways so they open more

• Mucolytic support – helps thin and move mucus so the lungs can clear secretions better

By easing airway spasm and improving mucus clearance, Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses can help reduce breathing effort and support more comfortable exercise, as part of a wider management plan.

How to give Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses

Always follow your vet’s written instructions and the label. General guidance:

• Shake the bottle if advised by the datasheet

• Measure the dose carefully using the supplied syringe or measuring device

• Give Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses by mouth, as your vet has shown you

• You may give it on feed if your vet approves and you are sure the full dose is taken

Try to give each dose at the same time each day. If you miss a dose or your horse spits any out, contact your vet for advice before adjusting anything.

Never change the dose or length of course for Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses without speaking to your vet.

Part of a full respiratory management plan

Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses is usually one element of a broader plan. Your vet may also recommend:

• Dust control (low-dust bedding, soaked or steamed forage)

• Good ventilation and turnout where possible

• Careful control of exercise levels while the horse recovers

• Additional medicines such as anti-inflammatories, if appropriate

Following the full plan is important to give the best long-term results for a horse with respiratory issues.

Safety information and competition use

Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses is a POM-V medicine. Important points:

• Use it only for the horse named on the prescription

• Do not give to other horses on the yard

• Tell your vet about any history of heart problems, metabolic disease or other ongoing conditions

• Inform your vet about any other medicines or supplements your horse is receiving

Side effects can include restlessness, sweating, changes in heart rate or other signs linked to clenbuterol’s action. Contact your vet promptly if you notice anything worrying while your horse is on Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses.

For horses in competition, clenbuterol is a controlled substance. Always:

• Check current rules for your discipline and governing body

• Follow your vet’s advice on appropriate withdrawal times before competition

Storage and disposal

• Store Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses as directed on the label

• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use

• Store in a safe place, out of sight and reach of children and animals

• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging

Return any unused or expired Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses to your vet or pharmacist for safe disposal. Do not pour veterinary medicines into drains, slurry or household waste.

Used exactly as your vet directs, Dilaterol 25 micrograms/ml Syrup for Horses 335ml can play a useful role in managing selected respiratory conditions and helping horses breathe more comfortably.

You can download the datasheet here

You can visit the manufacturer’s website here

Available in a box of 335ml