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Proventil Hfa Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Albuterol 90mcg/inh; metered-dose aerosol; contains hydrofluoroalkane; CFC-free.
Pharmacological Class
Beta-2 agonist.
How Supplied
Inhalation aerosol—6.7g (200 inh)
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Proventil Hfa Indications
Indications
Bronchospasm.
Proventil Hfa Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<4yrs: Use other forms. ≥4yrs: 2 inh every 4–6hrs as needed; 1 inh every 4hrs may suffice. Exercise-induced bronchospasm: 2 inh 15–30 minutes before exercise.
Proventil Hfa Contraindications
Not Applicable
Proventil Hfa Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Proventil Hfa 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. Ketoacidosis. Hyperthyroidism. Seizure disorders. Reevaluate periodically. Elderly. Labor & delivery. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Proventil Hfa Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Proventil Hfa 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).
Proventil Hfa Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Tremor, nervousness, headache, dizziness, excitement, insomnia, weakness, tachycardia, epistaxis, hypokalemia, local irritation, paradoxical bronchospasm; immediate hypersensitivity reactions (eg, rash, urticaria, angioedema); rare; metabolic acidosis.
Proventil Hfa Clinical Trials
See Literature
Proventil Hfa Note
Not Applicable
Proventil Hfa Patient Counseling
See Literature
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