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Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Albuterol 90mcg/inh; metered-dose aerosol.
Pharmacological Class
Beta-2 agonist.
How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Indications
Indications
Bronchospasm.
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<4yrs: not recommended. ≥4yrs: 2 inh every 4–6 hrs as needed; 1 inh every 4 hrs may suffice. Exercise–induced bronchospasm: 2 inh 15 minutes before exercise.
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Contraindications
Not Applicable
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid excessive use. Sensitivity to sympathomimetics. Discontinue if paradoxical bronchospasm or cardiovascular effects occur. Cardiovascular disease (eg, coronary insufficiency, arrhythmias, hypertension). Diabetes. Hyperthyroidism. Seizure disorders. Reevaluate periodically. Elderly. Labor & delivery. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Interactions
Interactions
Avoid MAOIs, tricyclics within 14 days (increased cardiovascular effects). Oral sympathomimetics: not recommended. Antagonized by β-blockers. Monitor digoxin. Caution with other drugs that may lower serum potassium (eg, diuretics).
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Tremor, nervousness, headache, dizziness, hyperactivity, insomnia, weakness, tachycardia, epistaxis, hypokalemia, throat irritation (inh), paradoxical bronchospasm; immediate hypersensitivity reactions (eg, rash, urticaria, angioedema).
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Clinical Trials
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Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand names Proventil (aerosol, soln, nebules), Ventolin (aerosol, soln, syrup).
Albuterol Inhalation Aerosol Patient Counseling
See Literature
