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Albuterol Nebules Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Albuterol (as sulfate) 0.083%; soln for inh.
Pharmacological Class
Beta-2 agonist.
How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Albuterol Nebules Indications
Indications
Bronchospasm.
Albuterol Nebules Dosage and Administration
Adult
By nebulizer: 2.5mg (0.5mL of 0.5% diluted to 3mL with sterile normal saline, or 3mL of 0.083%) 3–4 times daily.
Children
Use other forms.
Albuterol Nebules Contraindications
Not Applicable
Albuterol Nebules Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Albuterol Nebules 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 Nebules Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Albuterol Nebules 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 Nebules 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 Nebules Clinical Trials
See Literature
Albuterol Nebules Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand names Proventil (aerosol, soln, nebules), Ventolin (aerosol, soln, syrup).
Albuterol Nebules Patient Counseling
See Literature
