Trudell Medical International
Overview
History of Aerosol Medications Aerosol medications delivered by metered dose inhalers or puffers have been used to treat human respiratory conditions since the 1960s. Because respiratory diseases in horses imitate human conditions, they are often treated in a similar way.
The AeroHippus* EAC is compact and easy to use. The convenient and portable chamber is much smaller than the mask devices currently on the market and has shown excellent results based on initial studies.
The AeroHippus* EAC is compact and easy to use. The convenient and portable chamber is much smaller than the mask devices currently on the market and has shown excellent results based on initial studies.
AeroHippus* Equine Aerosol Chamber
The AeroHippus* Equine Aerosol Chamber (EAC) is designed to be used with a pressurized metered dose inhaler (puffer) as recommended by a veterinarian to deliver aerosol medication to horses with respiratory diseases such as Inflammatory Airway Disease or Recurrent Airway Obstruction. When the AeroHippus* EAC is attached to the puffer it allows your horse to breathe normally and inhale the aerosol medication so the medication goes deep into your horse’s lungs where it is needed.
Revolutionary
Using the Flow-Vu* Indicator takes the guesswork out of using your horse’s puffer medication. The Flow-Vu* Indicator will help you count the number of breaths your horse has taken through the chamber and may help to ensure there is a satisfactory seal between the muzzle and the mask, to optimize delivery of the medication. As your horse inhales, the bright green Flow-Vu* Indicator will flutter or move towards the horse (if you have a good mask seal). When the horse stops inhaling or exhales, the indicator will return to the vertical position.
The ideal time to activate the puffer is when your horse starts to inhale and the Flow-Vu* Indicator is moving horizontally towards them.
Equine Respiratory Diseases
Respiratory diseases in horses are often classified in two ways:Inflammatory Airway Disease (IAD): Chronic, intermittent cough, increased mucoid airway secretions, and decreased performance. IAD can affect horses of any age and clinical signs at rest are usually subtle.
Recurrent Airway Obstruction (RAO): Disease of the lower airways, resulting in coughing and exercise intolerance. RAO tends to affect mature to older animals and may also be referred to as Heaves.
Your veterinarian is the best person to speak to about your horse’s condition.
Instructions
- Silicone Mask
One size for all breeds - from foals to warm-bloods - Flow-Vu* Indicator
Helps confirm your horse is receiving the medication they need - Universal Backpiece
Compatible with all commonly prescribed puffers - StatBan* Anti-Static Chamber
Minimizes static charge for consistent drug delivery
Using Your AeroHippus* Chamber
How to use our AeroHippus* Equine Aerosol ChamberA short ‘How to Use’ video demonstrating the proper use of a puffer with our chamber.Video Length: 0:59 min
Take the cap off the puffer.
Insert the puffer into the Backpiece of the chamber and shake both for 5 seconds.
Gently apply the mask to the muzzle and ensure an effective seal. 
Use the Flow-Vu* Indicator to know when to release the medication into the chamber.
Activate the puffer to release the medication when the Flow-Vu* Indicator is moving horizontally toward your horse and hold the mask in place for another 3-5 breaths. Only release one puff of medication into the chamber at a time.
Follow your veterinarians instructions for the number of puffs and how long to wait between puffs.Product Instructions
Complete instructions for use and care of your AeroHippus* EAC. 
Testimonials
Customer Testimonials
The mask worked wonderfully. He received medication for three weeks and became quite used to the mask. I think he figured out that it made him feel better. Hopefully, I won't have to use it very often, but it is nice to have on hand and it's portable, so I can carry it with me. I am thoroughly pleased with your product. Marilyn
“A Blessing”
Our mare was diagnosed with heaves a few months after the delivery of her foal. The veterinarian said that she would need to use Flovent and Ventolin for several weeks along with a mask. The AeroHippus* EAC has been such a blessing and we do not hesitate to recommend it. We are pleased with how quickly our mare responds to treatment using the AeroHippus* EAC. It is extremely quick and easy to use. In our opinion, it is a less intrusive treatment than one where an apparatus is placed over the entire muzzle. Our mare has now weaned her foal and we anticipate that she will begin showing this fall. We are confident that, should she have an episode at the barn or during a show, we will be able to handle it.
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Note: The opinions expressed in these testimonials are those of the author only. They do not reflect those of TMI. The testimonials are for informational purposes only. Always consult a Veterinarian before treating your horse with a puffer and AeroHippus* Equine Aerosol Chamber.
Veterinarians
Veterinary Professionals
Equine respiratory disease is a major problem with prevalence reports ranging as high as 50% in racehorses.1 Trudell Medical International is excited to introduce the AeroHippus* Equine Aerosol Chamber (EAC). Developed in collaboration with Dr. Andrew Hoffman and his team at the Cumming School of Veterinary Medicine at Tuft’s University, the chamber and mask device are designed for use along with a Metered Dose Inhaler or puffer, to deliver aerosol medication to horses suffering from respiratory diseases.Since 1990, inhaled aerosol medications have been used to treat horses suffering from respiratory disease. Traditionally inhaled aerosol medications were delivered to horses via aerosol mask chambers. However, these chambers were bulky and difficult to use.
The AeroHippus* EAC is a lightweight portable chamber which can be used on all horses from foals to warm-bloods. The “one size fits all” device is compact, user friendly and well tolerated by the horse.
A key feature of the AeroHippus* EAC is the revolutionary Flow-Vu* Indicator, a valuable visual feedback tool that moves with the respiratory maneuver. The Flow-Vu* Indicator allows owners to count the number of inhalation maneuvers taken by the horse and may help to ensure there is a satisfactory seal between the muzzle and the mask, to optimize delivery of the medication.
Manufactured from a custom anti-static polymer, the AeroHippus* EAC improves aerosol suspension time and increases drug availability allowing the horse more time to inhale.
Radio-labeled studies using the AeroHippus* EAC carried out by Dr. Hoffman and his team indicated a mean lung deposition of 18.2%2 with researchers stating “this is an extremely efficient device”. High deposition may result in fewer doses required for medication to be effective with potential cost-savings to owners.
1 Hodgson JL. Inflammatory Airway Disease. Equine Respiratory Diseases, Lekeux P. (Ed) International Veterinary Information Service. 2 Hoffman A. et al. Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine. AeroHippus* EAC Radiolabelled Study with QVAR Beclomethasone Dipropionate MDI.
Product Literature
AeroHippus* Equine Aerosol Chamber Literature Product Information Brochure
Designed to help your patients feel more comfortable with their new device. Equine respiratory disease, aerosol delivery, product features and our easy-to-use instructions are reviewed.
High Resolution File – For Print
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Dosing Sheet
Guidelines for using the AeroHippus* EAC with inhaled medication to treat equine respiratory disease.
Animals Have Asthma Too! Poster
Consumer focused poster that features all three varieties of chamber to help pet owners understand that their animals need help to Breathe Easier. Finished size is 24” x 33".
Designed to help your patients feel more comfortable with their new device. Equine respiratory disease, aerosol delivery, product features and our easy-to-use instructions are reviewed. High Resolution File – For Print
These files may take additional time to download.
Guidelines for using the AeroHippus* EAC with inhaled medication to treat equine respiratory disease.Consumer focused poster that features all three varieties of chamber to help pet owners understand that their animals need help to Breathe Easier. Finished size is 24” x 33".Further Reading Articles and abstracts pertaining to aerosol drug delivery in equines with respiratory disease.
Evidence-Based Treatment of Non-Infectious Airway Disease - 2009 ACVIM Forum/Canadian VMA Convention (Montréal, QC)
Inhalation Therapy and Respiratory Disease. Veterinary European Equine Meeting. January 2008
AeroHippus* EAC: Single exposure of radiolabled beclomethasone HFA defined as 10 actuations. 2008
Heaves - The Stabling Disease. HorseCare Magazine. Feb/Mar 2006
Respiratory Medicine: New Advances in Inter-Species Aerosol Delivery. June 2008
Evidence-Based Treatment of Non-Infectious Airway Disease - 2009 ACVIM Forum/Canadian VMA Convention (Montréal, QC)
Inhalation Therapy and Respiratory Disease. Veterinary European Equine Meeting. January 2008
AeroHippus* EAC: Single exposure of radiolabled beclomethasone HFA defined as 10 actuations. 2008
Heaves - The Stabling Disease. HorseCare Magazine. Feb/Mar 2006
Respiratory Medicine: New Advances in Inter-Species Aerosol Delivery. June 2008