Albuterol Sulfate Inhaler
Inhaler · 1 Inhaler per Box
SALBUTAMOL
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Albuterol 2mg Tablet
Tablet · 90 Tablets per Box
$28.80
$28.80
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- Composition
- Salbutamol
- Manufacturer
- Cipla
- Pack
- 90 Tablets per Box
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About Albuterol 2mg Tablet
Drug: Albuterol Sulfate (Salbutamol) | Class: Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist (SABA) | Brand: Ventolin (GSK); Proventil (Merck USA); Asthalin (Cipla India) | Indication: Acute asthma, COPD bronchospasm, exercise-induced bronchoconstriction | Dose: 1–2 puffs (100–200mcg) as needed
Albuterol/Salbutamol – Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist (SABA)
Albuterol/Salbutamol contains Albuterol Sulfate (Salbutamol), a short-acting beta-2 agonist (saba) for acute asthma, copd bronchospasm, exercise-induced bronchoconstriction. GINA Step 1–5 rescue bronchodilator; WHO Essential Medicine; Cochrane-reviewed.
Product Information
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic Name | Albuterol Sulfate (Salbutamol) |
| Drug Class | Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist (SABA) |
| Brand Reference | Ventolin (GSK); Proventil (Merck USA); Asthalin (Cipla India) |
| Indication | Acute asthma, COPD bronchospasm, exercise-induced bronchoconstriction |
| Standard Dose | 1–2 puffs (100–200mcg) as needed. Maximum 8 puffs/24h without medical review |
| Form | Tablet |
| Route | Oral |
| Prescription | Yes |
| Evidence | GINA Step 1–5 rescue bronchodilator; WHO Essential Medicine; Cochrane-reviewed |
People Also Ask
Is Albuterol the same as its brand name?
Albuterol/Salbutamol contains the same active ingredient(s) as the branded product and is bioequivalent. Indian generic manufacturers produce these to international quality standards.
Should Albuterol be used for acute symptoms?
This rescue medication works within minutes for acute symptoms.
What is the correct Albuterol inhalation technique?
Breathe out fully, place mouthpiece between teeth without biting, begin breathing in slowly, simultaneously activate the inhaler, continue breathing in for 3–5 seconds, hold breath for 10 seconds. Using a spacer for MDI inhalers significantly improves lung deposition.
How long does Albuterol take to work?
Onset and duration depend on the class: rescue SABAs work in 5 minutes for 4–6 hours; LABAs in 15–20 minutes for 12–24 hours; ICS show anti-inflammatory benefit over days-weeks. Read the specific formulation details above.
Can Albuterol be used in pregnancy?
Inhaled respiratory medications are generally considered among the safest drug classes in pregnancy — the maternal benefit of controlling asthma/COPD far outweighs the minimal systemic absorption. Discuss with your obstetrician; uncontrolled asthma in pregnancy poses greater risk than treating it.
How it works
Selective beta-2 receptor stimulation causing bronchial smooth muscle relaxation in 5 minutes; duration 4–6 hours.
Uses
Albuterol (US name) or salbutamol (international name) is the same medicine — the most widely used bronchodilator for asthma rescue. It works within 5 minutes to open airways during an asthma attack or bronchospasm episode. GINA guidelines recommend it across all asthma treatment steps as the primary rescue medication. If you need it more than 2 days per week, your asthma is not adequately controlled and a preventive inhaler is needed.
Dosage and how to take it
Storage
Store at 15–30°C away from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
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