Share on Facebook
Share on Twitter
Share on LinkedIn
Share by Email
Print
Ventolin 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 (w. dose counter)—8g (60 inh), 18g (200 inh)
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Ventolin Hfa Indications
Indications
Bronchospasm.
Ventolin Hfa Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<4yrs: not established. ≥4yrs: 2 inh every 4–6hrs as needed; 1 inh every 4hrs may suffice. Exercise-induced bronchospasm: 2 inh 15–30mins before exercise.
Ventolin Hfa Contraindications
Not Applicable
Ventolin Hfa Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Ventolin Hfa Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid excessive use. Sensitivity to sympathomimetics. Discontinue if paradoxical bronchospasm, immediate hypersensitivity reactions, or cardiovascular effects occur. Cardiovascular disease (eg, coronary insufficiency, arrhythmias, hypertension). Diabetes. Hyperthyroidism. Seizure disorders. Reevaluate periodically. Elderly. Labor & delivery. Pregnancy: monitor closely. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Ventolin Hfa Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Ventolin 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).
Ventolin Hfa Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Throat irritation, viral respiratory infections, upper respiratory inflammation, cough, musculoskeletal pain; hypokalemia, paradoxical bronchospasm, cardiovascular effects, hypersensitivity reactions (eg, rash, urticaria, angioedema).
Ventolin Hfa Clinical Trials
See Literature
Ventolin Hfa Note
Not Applicable
Ventolin Hfa Patient Counseling
See Literature
Images
