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Albuterol Inhalation Soln Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Albuterol (as sulfate) 0.63mg/3mL (0.021%), 1.25mg/3mL (0.042%); preservative-free.
Pharmacological Class
Beta-2 agonist.
How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Indications
Indications
Bronchospasm.
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Dosage and Administration
Adult
Not recommended.
Children
<2yrs: not recommended. ≥2yrs: 1 vial by nebulizer 3–4 times daily over 5–15 mins.
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Contraindications
Not Applicable
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid excessive use. Sensitivity to sympathomimetics. Consider higher dose albuterol product in acute attack. Discontinue if paradoxical bronchospasm or cardiovascular effects occur. Cardiovascular disease (eg, coronary insufficiency, arrhythmias, hypertension). Diabetes. Hyperthyroidism. Seizure disorders. Labor & delivery. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Interactions
Interactions
Avoid MAOIs, tricyclics within 14 days (increased cardiovascular effects). Other short-acting sympathomimetics: not recommended. Antagonized by β-blockers. Monitor digoxin. Caution with other drugs that lower serum potassium (eg, diuretics).
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Tremor, nervousness, headache, dizziness, hyperactivity, insomnia, weakness, tachycardia, epistaxis, hypokalemia, local irritation (inh), paradoxical bronchospasm, rash.
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Clinical Trials
See Literature
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name AccuNeb.
Albuterol Inhalation Soln Patient Counseling
See Literature
