Albuterol
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- čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
- Albuterol rapidly dilates air passageways narrowed during asthma attacks. Originally available as Ventolin and later as ProAir and Proventil, generic albuterol remains the 10th most frequently prescribed drug in America. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, supplies of albuterol appear critically low.
Albuterol acts as a short acting bronchodilator with effects noticeable within 5-10 minutes and peak activity at 45 minutes. Unfortunately benefits fade after only 3 hours. Albuterol when inhaled 15-30 minutes prior to physical activity may also prevent bronchospasm often associated with exercise.
Although albuterol continues as the most popular rescue inhaler for asthma, excessive use may accelerate deterioration of lung function. Guidelines regarding albuterol changed in 2019 when the Global Initiative for Asthma urged reliance on inhaled corticosteroids as the mainstay of asthma treatment. SABA - short acting bronchodilators including albuterol - should remain available for acute flares uncontrolled by inhaled steroids.
In the past, overreliance on albuterol provided a false sense of security. Although albuterol treated the symptoms of bronchospasm, relieved cough and improved shortness of breath, it failed to interrupt the underlying disease process. This led to a potentially devastating situation. Inhaled steroids alter the primary pulmonary abnormality.
Especially during the era of coronavirus, asthmatics prescribed albuterol should seek to maintain an adequate supply of the drug. Each canister contains sufficient albuterol for 200 activations.
Side effects typically include tremor, nervousness, headache and dizziness. Albuterol can decrease blood potassium, cause palpitations and in those with heart disease, may precipitate arrhythmias. Beta blockers counteract albuterol and typically should be avoided by asthmatics. Beta blockers treat high blood pressure and control heart rate and atrial fibrillation. Examples include propranolol, metoprolol, atenolol and carvedilol.
The HFA on the label refers to the inactive propellant - hydrofluoroalkane. It replaced the CFCs - chlorofluorocarbons - when the Clean Air Act became effective in 2009.
Wow! Talk about an incredibly thorough discussion on the topic! Great job!
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I have never had any breathing issues in my life until 2018. And, it has really been puzzling me as to why, it is the blue?!
Then when you mentioned "Hyperthyroidism" It actually had crossed my mind in the passed of it could be related, but then I thought naw, that's probably not it.
My hyperthyroidism started in Aug-Sept of 2016 when I dropped 30lbs (that was the only amt of weight my body could lose, the rest was/is muscle) however I had no idea it was medically related I was just happy as all get out to be wearing the size I wore before ever getting pregnant (my kids are now 25 & 27). I was finally diagnosed in 2018 with Hyperthyroidism when I had been experiencing (still am) all the symptoms of Hyperthyroidism & had my doctor test me for it. & she said "yup, you have Graves Disease (Hyperthyroidism)" & that was it.... I don't know if I am suppose to be treated for it or not.
But then about 6 months later my breathing problems got worse so I told my primary care provider & now I'm using an inhaler (which sometimes doesn't feel like it even helps!). 😔😕
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landow has a lot of negative reviews on ratemds. is that all bullcrap?
@@iknowthisone6844 like I said I've been going to him for a long time. He has taken care of everything from acme to a staff infection for me. I know if I come in to see hime he's going to take care of whatever I'm there for. I highly recommend Dr Landow.
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Thank you very much great information
@wellnowdoctor What a great, informative presentation. Thank you for the education on this medication. As an adult onset asthma patient I found this information quite helpful. Thank you, Dr. Landow!👍🏼
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I miss the powerful spray that the old kinds had, before the gas was band because it is bad for the ozone layer.
Patients say they can’t afford their $30 albuteril HFA inhaler but can afford $7 pack of cigarettes a day.
Doctor, can you do a video about seborrheic dermatitis.
You can get it in Mexico (half hour from home) for three or four dollars an inhaler.
Hello can anyone tell me if its dangerous to use this if on gabapentin? I take gabapentin for my nerve pain and I have this as a rescue inhaler when I need it but I only need it once in a blue moon. I dont use any other inhalers. Thanks.
I have an RX to this also
How do I gradually stop using it
I miss alupent
It´s said that this drug was patented, in 1972, by a guy called L. H. C. Lunts. Anyone knows anything about him?
how do u fix loose bowels
A 50-year-old man began taking medication for chest pain. After a certain period he noticed a decrease in sexual function. What drug can cause this phenomenon?
A. propranolol
B. insulin NPH
C. isosorbide dinitrate
D. albuterol
Can you become addicted to Albuterol?
No, I’ve abused the shit out of it before I got on proper controller medication. No problems coming off.
Mostly not the greatest review of this drug