Getting Affordable Flovent for Your Pet from Canada: A Complete Guide for U.S. Pet Owners
Getting Affordable Flovent for Your Pet from Canada: A Complete Guide for U.S. Pet Owners
- Todd P
Flovent (fluticasone propionate) is a commonly prescribed inhaled corticosteroid for managing asthma in both humans and pets—especially dogs with chronic bronchitis or respiratory inflammation. But if you’ve tried filling a Flovent prescription in the U.S. recently, you may have noticed a big problem: it’s being discontinued or has become prohibitively expensive.
Thankfully, there’s a solution: Flovent is still available in Canada, and you can legally and affordably order it through a trusted Canadian prescription referral service like Over the Border Meds—even for your pet.
In this article, we’ll explain how to get Flovent for pets from Canada, answer key questions, and outline how to save big by ordering the generic version still available north of the border.
How Much Does Flovent Cost?
In the U.S., Flovent HFA has skyrocketed in price—often costing over $300–$500 per inhaler, and that’s if you can even find it. The discontinuation of Flovent Diskus and Flovent HFA by GSK in early 2024 has only made the product more scarce.
In Canada, Flovent is still available under:
Brand name Flovent HFA
Generic fluticasone propionate (by Apotex and other manufacturers)
Canadian Pricing (via Over the Border Meds):
Fluticasone 125 mcg (generic for Flovent 110 mcg): ~$60 USD
Fluticasone 250 mcg (generic for Flovent 220 mcg): ~$77 USD
That’s less than half the U.S. price, and significantly more affordable for pet owners needing a long-term supply.
Can You Give Flovent to a Dog?
Yes, veterinarians often prescribe Flovent for dogs with:
Canine asthma
Chronic bronchitis
Collapsing trachea
Allergic airway inflammation
Flovent delivers a low-dose anti-inflammatory steroid directly to the lungs, reducing the need for oral steroids and their side effects. With a spacer and mask (like AeroDawg), inhaled medications are safe and effective for dogs.
⚠️ Always follow your veterinarian’s dosage instructions and never administer Flovent to your pet without veterinary guidance.
Why Is Flovent Being Discontinued in the U.S.?
In early 2024, GSK discontinued both:
Flovent HFA
Flovent Diskus
The reason? GSK is shifting focus to its new authorized generic fluticasone. However, this “authorized generic” is often just as expensive, and many pharmacies don’t stock it.
This leaves U.S. patients and pet owners scrambling for options—many of which are unaffordable or unavailable.
Is Flovent Available Over the Counter?
No. Flovent is not available over the counter in the U.S. or Canada. It requires a prescription from a licensed physician or veterinarian.
However, when ordering from Canada, you can use:
A prescription from your U.S. doctor or vet
Or have your vet fax it directly to Over the Border Meds
📠 Fax: 1-833-209-3704
How to Get Cheaper Flovent for Your Pet
Here’s how to save on Flovent for your dog or other pets:
✅ Step 1: Get a Valid Prescription
Ask your veterinarian for a prescription for:
Fluticasone 125 mcg HFA (equivalent to Flovent 110 mcg)
Or Fluticasone 250 mcg HFA (equivalent to Flovent 220 mcg)
Let them know you plan to order from Canada, where these strengths are available and cost much less.
✅ Step 2: Order from a Canadian Prescription Referral Service
Go to Over the Border Meds and search for “Fluticasone” or “Flovent.” You’ll see:
Generic versions from Canadian manufacturers
Brand-name options (if preferred)
Prices listed in USD for U.S. patients
✅ Step 3: Upload Your Prescription and Place Your Order
Once you’ve submitted your prescription, your order will be processed and shipped directly to your U.S. home—no travel to Canada required.
Use coupon code Hello10 to get 10% off your first order.
Is There a Generic Substitute for Flovent?
Yes. In Canada, fluticasone is available as a generic equivalent to Flovent and is significantly cheaper. It contains the same active ingredient and is used in the same HFA inhaler device, making it a seamless transition for pets already using Flovent.
Over the Border Meds carries:
Fluticasone 125 mcg HFA
Fluticasone 250 mcg HFA
These doses closely match the discontinued U.S. versions:
Flovent 110 mcg (U.S.) ≈ Fluticasone 125 mcg (Canada)
Flovent 220 mcg (U.S.) ≈ Fluticasone 250 mcg (Canada)
Your veterinarian can help adjust the dosage slightly, if needed, based on your pet’s size and response.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Let the Flovent Discontinuation Disrupt Your Pet’s Care
If your pet depends on Flovent for respiratory health, don’t wait until supplies run out or prices climb higher in the U.S. The Canadian generic version is safe, affordable, and identical in effectiveness.
With Over the Border Meds, you can get:
Fluticasone for pets at a lower cost
Home delivery to the U.S.
Veterinarian prescriptions accepted
Support from pharmacy staff if you need help with dosage or ordering
📌 Learn more and order here: Over the Border Meds – Flovent/Fluticasone