Bronchodilator medication which increases the flow of air through the bronchial tubes by relaxing muscles in the airways.

Beta(2)-adrenergic agonist- letting the beta blocker block the action of epinephrine and norepinephrine in the body

Is used to treat and help preventShortness of breathWheezing caused by asthmaEmphysemaChronic bronchitisOther respiratory diseases

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576.7 is the molecular weight of albuterol sulfate. Albuterol sulfate is a white to off-white crystaline solid. It’s soluble in water and slightly soluble in ethanol.

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The FDA approved Albuterol in May of 1982

The generic name is Albuterol in the Untied States

World Health Organization wanted to name the drug salutamol sulfate, which it is sometimes found under today.

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Ingest as a tablet or capsule

2 to 4 milligrams 3 to 4 times a day not exceeding 32mg a day

Take with some liquid never chew or crush them

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Drops or liquid solution using a nebulizer

Inhaler providing 200 inhalations

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Liquid solution: inhale by mouth using a nebulizer (machine that turns medication into a mist) using 3 to 4 times a day only

Aerosol: inhale by mouth using an handheld inhaler. Use every 4 to 6 hours as needed. If being used for exercise purposes use 15 to 30 mintues pior to exercise

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Common side effects

Uncontrollable shaking of part of the body

Nervousness Headaches Nausea Vomiting Cough Throat irritation Muscle, bone or back

pain

IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION NEED Fast, pounding or

irregular heartbeat Chest pain Rash Hives Itching Swelling of the face,

throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles or lower legs

Increased difficulty breathing

Difficulty swallowing or hoarseness

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Call your local poison control center. If victim has collapsed or is not

breathing call 911 Symptoms include

SeizuresDry mouthExcessive tirednessLack of energyDifficulty falling asleep or staying asleep

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Inhalation Aerosol4 years and up2 inhalations every 4 to 6 hours

May need a spacer mask to help child

Tablets6 to 12 years of age 2 milligrams 3 or 4 times a day

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