# Albuterol Sulfate (ProAir, Ventolin)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/albuterol-sulfate
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Albuterol Sulfate?

Albuterol Sulfate (brand name: ProAir, Ventolin) is a short-acting beta agonist (bronchodilator) taken respiratory (inhalation). It is prescribed to treat bronchial spasm, asthma. Across the United States, 257,000 doctors prescribe Albuterol to approximately 6.5 million Medicare patients, making it one of the 50 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

ProAir, Ventolin

## Indications

Albuterol Sulfate is prescribed for the treatment of bronchial spasm and asthma.

## Conditions treated

- [Bronchial Spasm](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bronchial-spasm)
- [Asthma](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/asthma)

## Mechanism of action

Although beta 2 -adrenoceptors are the predominant adrenergic receptors in bronchial smooth muscle and beta 1 -adrenoceptors are the predominant receptors in the heart, there are also beta 2 -adrenoceptors in the human heart comp

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Short-Acting Beta Agonist (Bronchodilator)
- Route of administration: RESPIRATORY (INHALATION)

## Common side effects

cough, musculoskeletal pain, throat irritation, upper respiratory inflammation, viral respiratory infections

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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