Safety Information
When using the Flexineb® for the first time remember it is the first time for the horse too so
caution is advised. Softly place the Flexineb® over the horses’ nose and mouth with the bottom
exit valve open so the horse can breathe normally. Push up until the nostrils are covered and a
seal is made around the nose and mouth. Once the horse is breathing normally and is getting
used to the Flexineb®, shut the bottom valve by twisting the exit valve and commence
treatment. If the horse is resisting the mask be patient and let them look at it and smell it before
attempting to fit the mask again. If the horse starts to get scared during treatment, slightly open
the exit valve so more air is being inhaled. Close the valve again once the horse is relaxed.
In an emergency situation the exit valve on the bottom of the mask can be pulled out to allow
the horse breathe freely. Although the mask material is soft and flexible the front aerosol
chamber and battery controller is hard plastic therefore caregivers should be mindful of the risk
posed by the horse shaking its head with the Flexineb® fitted.
Flexineb MDI Use (Fig. 2):
1. Remove the Controller, Cable and Medication Cup
2. Plug the supplied Adaptor into the port on top of the Aerosol Chamber
3. Rotate the Aerosol Chamber to the horizontal position
4. Insert the MDI and administer medication following the advice of your veterinarian
