Description
Drug: Albuterol Sulfate (Salbutamol) 100mcg | Class: Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist Metered Dose Inhaler | Brand: Ventolin HFA 100mcg (GSK); Proventil HFA; Asthalin MDI (Cipla India) | Indication: Acute asthma relief, exercise-induced bronchospasm, COPD rescue — 200-dose MDI | Dose: 1–2 puffs (100–200mcg) as needed
Quick Answer — What is Albuterol Sulfate Inhaler 100mcg 200 Doses?
Albuterol Sulfate 100mcg MDI with 200 doses is a standard rescue inhaler providing 200 individual 100mcg puffs of albuterol for asthma and COPD emergency relief. Each actuation delivers 100mcg albuterol to the airways, opening bronchial passages within 5 minutes. The 200-dose canister provides a full prescription supply — approximately 100 doses if 2 puffs are taken per episode, lasting weeks to months for well-controlled asthma patients.
Albuterol Sulfate Inhaler 100mcg 200 Doses – Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist Metered Dose Inhaler
Albuterol Sulfate Inhaler 100mcg 200 Doses contains Albuterol Sulfate (Salbutamol) 100mcg, a short-acting beta-2 agonist metered dose inhaler for acute asthma relief, exercise-induced bronchospasm, copd rescue — 200-dose mdi. GINA essential rescue medication; FDA-approved; WHO Essential Medicine; 200 doses per inhaler.
Product Information
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic Name | Albuterol Sulfate (Salbutamol) 100mcg |
| Drug Class | Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist Metered Dose Inhaler |
| Brand Reference | Ventolin HFA 100mcg (GSK); Proventil HFA; Asthalin MDI (Cipla India) |
| Indication | Acute asthma relief, exercise-induced bronchospasm, COPD rescue — 200-dose MDI |
| Standard Dose | 1–2 puffs (100–200mcg) as needed. Max 8 puffs/24h. Exercise prevention: 2 puffs 15 min before |
| Form | Inhaler |
| Route | Inhalation |
| Prescription | Yes |
| Evidence | GINA essential rescue medication; FDA-approved; WHO Essential Medicine; 200 doses per inhaler |
How It Works
Beta-2 adrenergic receptor stimulation relaxing bronchial smooth muscle; onset 5 minutes, duration 4–6 hours.
People Also Ask
Is Albuterol the same as its brand name?
Albuterol Sulfate Inhaler 100mcg 200 Doses 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.
Storage
Store at 15–30°C away from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
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