albuterol

/ælˈbjuːtərɒl/ Mechanism of action Selectively activates β2-adrenergic receptors on bronchial smooth muscle, increasing intracellular cAMP, which relaxes smooth muscle and produces bronchodilation. Onset within 5--15 minutes; duration 4--6 hours. Also inhibits release of mediators from mast cells. At higher systemic doses, β2 selectivity diminishes and β1 effects (tachycardia) emerge \\[1\\]. Standard dosing -/

International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).

Generic name: albuterol

Brand names: ProAir HFA, Ventolin HFA, Proventil HFA, ProAir RespiClick (dry powder), ProAir Digihaler

Therapeutic class: Short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist (SABA)

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