Albuterol Inhaler: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Albuterol Inhaler
| Generic name | Albuterol (salbutamol) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Adrenergic bronchodilator (short-acting beta-2 agonist) |
| Forms | Inhalation aerosol (metered-dose inhaler), Inhalation powder (dry powder inhaler), Inhalation solution (for use with a nebulizer) |
Albuterol is a bronchodilator medicine that is breathed in through the mouth to open up the airways in the lungs. It is used for quick relief of breathing problems and is often called a rescue inhaler.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.