An Albuterol Inhaler is fundamentally a medical device. It contains Albuterol inside a metal canister and releases the drug when operated, by means of Metered-Dose Inhaler. It is typically used during a severe asthma attack.

Note: Albuterol is a type of medicine (also known as bronchodilator) which provides quick relief to asthma-related symptoms like shortness of breathe, chest tightness, coughing and wheezing. It is part of a class of asthma drugs known as beta-adrenergic receptor agonists, or beta agonists for short.

What Is Albuterol Inhaler Used For :
An Albuterol Inhaler is primarily used to relieve asthma or chronic bronchitis symptoms, or to prevent the symptoms of exercise-induced asthma. It can only be used by adults or children whom are at least 12 years old and above.

How It Works :

When operated, the MDI (Metered-Dosed Inhaler) transforms liquid Albuterol into a fine mist, which will then be inhaled through the patient’s mouth (also known as a puff) or sometimes using an additional device called spacer. Albuterol is a drug then will then relax the smooth muscles of the airways from the trachea all the way down to the smallest airways.

Other Information :

Each puff of Albuterol contains 90 micrograms of medicine. 2 puffs are needed as a usual dose to relieve asthma and can be repeated every 4 to 6 hours. For exercise-induced asthma, it is recommended to use it 15 to  30 minutes before any physical activity.

An Albuterol Inhaler comes in 2 types of inhalers, CFC-Free Inhaler and HFA-Type Inhaler.

Albuterol does have some side effects. During the first several days when taken, your body needs to adjust to the medication, hence you may experience one or more of the following symptoms or common side effects. These symptoms should not continue and if they become too bothersome to you, do consult your doctor or pharmacist for medical advice.

• Nervousness
• Shakiness
• Lightheadedness
• Sleeping difficulty
• Headache
• Tremor
• Unusual Taste In Mouth
• Increased In Appetite
• Muscle Cramps
• Flushing
• Nausea
• Sore Or Dry Throat
• Sinus Inflammation
• Vomiting
• Dizziness

In the event of serious drug allergic reaction to Albuterol, one would develop the following symptoms or severe side effects. He/She will be strongly advised to consult a doctor immediately.

• Swelling Of The Mouth, Face, Lips Or Tongue
• Severe Headache Or Dizziness
• New Or Worsened Trouble Breathing
• Rash/Hives/Itching
• Tightness In The Chest
• Chest Pain
• Ear Pain
• Fast Or Irregular Heart Beat
• Pounding In The Chest
• Red, Swollen, Blistered, or Peeling Skin
• Unusual Hoarseness
• Wheezing

Any other side effect that is not listed above should be made known to your doctor or pharmacist too. You may also report your side effect with Albuterol to FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or contact them at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Albuterol is the medication or inhalation solution that is used in an Albuterol Inhaler. Albuterol is also known as Salbutamol, Proventil or Ventolin and needs to be strictly taken as prescribed.

The major usage of Albuterol is to open the breathing passages in the lungs to make breathing easier. It is primarily used to treat or prevent asthma attack or other breathing problems.

Albuterol is inhaled into the lungs of an asthma patient using an Albuterol Inhaler usually 3 to 4 times a day. Patients might need to prepare the medication by measuring the proper amount and dilute with sterile normal saline as directed. Proper way of preparing the medication and operating of inhaler should be clearly explained and demonstrated by your health care provider.

Note :

Using this medication should be clearly directed. Do not overdose or use it more frequently than directed. Excessive usage may result in a loss of effectiveness and increase the chances of side effects with Albuterol. If your asthma condition becomes worsen or does not improve after using this drug, you should consult your doctor immediately.

An Albuterol Inhaler is typically used in the event of asthma attack. Bronchospasm occurs during an asthma attack which causes difficulty in breathing and can be mild or severe.

In normal or non-asthmatic condition, air travels into and out of our lungs through a network of airways (bronchial tubes) easily. The airways are relaxed and the tissues are thin.

During an asthma attack or asthmatic condition, muscles around the airways (bronchial tubes) tighten and thicken and the air passages become inflamed and mucus-filled. This makes it difficult for air to flow through which causes difficulty in breathing.

What Causes Asthma Attack?

Asthma attack can be triggered by environmental or physical factors. Environmental factors could be due to inhaling of cigarette smoke, strong chemical odors or spray cleansers. Physical factors could be due to colds or flu, or excessive exercise or under-stress.

Written And Updated On : 23rd October 2008

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