Medication Cup
Mask
Short Strap
Long Strap
Cable
Inlet Valve
Aerosol Chamber
Exit Valve and Vent
Chamber Strap
Controller Strap
Controller
(Battery or Mains
operated)
Portable Equine Nebulizer
System
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Intended Use
The Flexineb
®
is a portable equine nebulizer system intended to aerosolize veterinarian prescribed
liquid solutions into a fine mist for inhalation into the airways of the horse. The end user is liable for
the safe operation of the Flexineb
®
and its parts as outlined in the Instructions for Use. Medications
must be prescribed by a veterinarian and end users should follow the advice of their veterinarian at
all times.
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.
Figure 1: Flexineb Nebu/i
z
er
Instructions for Use
Flexineb Nebuli
z
er (Fig. 1 ):
Figure 2: Flexineb MDI Use
1. Please read the
Intended
Use, Safety
Information and Maintenance sections
before using Flexineb
2. Check Inlet and Exit Valves are moving freely before placing the Mask on the horse
3. Rotate and open the Vent at bottom of Mask to allow the horse become familiar with the device
4. Fill the Medication Cup strictly following advice of your veterinarian
5. Close the vent in the bottom of the Mask when the horse is familiar with the Mask
6. Switch on the Controller and nebulization will begin after a few seconds
7. You will see the Aerosol Chamber fill with aerosol and empty when the horse inhales
8. The Controller will time out after approximately 18 minutes or it can be switched
off
manually
9. To re-charge the battery only use the Flexineb supplied charger
•
Meter Dose
Inhaler (not
supplied)
Adaptor
(supplied)
