Drug Details
Generic Name:
Common Brands:
ProAir RespiClick, ProAir HFA, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA
Availability:
Prescription only
Therapeutic Class:
Short-acting beta-agonist (bronchodilator)
Forms:
Tablet, HFA inhaler, vial, syrup, and inhalation solution
Administration:
Inhalation by mouth or swallowing
Therapeutic Uses:
Asthma
Exercise-induced asthma
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
What is albuterol sulfate (ProAir, Proventil, Ventolin)?
Albuterol sulfate (al byoo ter ole sul fate) is a short-acting beta-agonist (SABA) or bronchodilator drug used to treat acute asthma attacks. It is a prescription medication that works as a rescue inhaler in people with asthma who have trouble breathing and/or wheezing. It is also used to prevent breathing difficulties during exercise.
There may be other albuterol sulfate uses - your pharmacist or physician can give you further information.
Who can take albuterol sulfate (ProAir, Proventil, Ventolin)?
Albuterol solution for oral inhalation is used in adults and children aged 2 years and older. Albuterol inhalation aerosol (Proventil HFA, ProAir HFA, and Ventolin HFA) is given to adults and children aged 4 years and older. Albuterol powder for inhalation by mouth (ProAir Respiclick) can be used in individuals aged 4 years and older.
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