Overview of Systemic Pharmacotherapeutics of the Respiratory System in Animals

ByPatricia M. Dowling, DVM, MSc, DACVIM, DACVCP, Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan
Reviewed/Revised Jan 2022

Also see Principles of Therapy for Respiratory Disease in Animals.

Drugs used to treat respiratory tract diseases fall into several categories: antitussives, bronchodilators, anti-inflammatories, expectorants, decongestants, and respiratory stimulants. In addition, antimicrobials and antifungals are important in the treatment of many respiratory diseases.

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