How does Albuterol work?

Albuterol generic belongs to a category of drugs called bronchodilators. Bronchodilators are drugs that relax the muscles of the bronchi (meaning, the muscles associated with the lungs). They work by inhaling the medication through the mouth; once inhaled, the medication controls the spasm and consequently cures the symptoms of asthma and bronchitis.

Albuterol for bronchitis

Generic Albuterol inhaler is used to treat or prevent bronchospasm in patients with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases. The drug has a pronounced bronchodilator effect and causes bronchial dilation. The doctor prescribes Albuterol to patients with acute bronchitis with respiratory failure syndrome.

Dosage for the treatment of bronchitis - 3-4 times a day by 0.1-0.2 mg for adults and children.

Dosage of albuterol

The dosage of the drug is unique for each patient. Follow the instructions of your doctor or your pharmacist. Do not change the dose if your doctor has not recommended it.

Prophylactic inhalation:

• For patients over 12 years of age, 0.1-0.2 mg (1 to 2 inhalations/inhalations) 4 times daily For children from 2 to 12 years of age - 0.1-0.2 mg 4 times a day.
• For stopping an attack of suffocation - 0.1-0.2 mg for both children and adults
• For prevention of an attack related to exposure to an allergen or to physical activity - 1 or 2 inhalations

The maximum daily dose is 8 inhalations (0.8 mg). Be sure to follow the recommendations, especially when you want to buy an Albuterol inhaler over the counter.

Albuterol: overdose

Albuterol generic should be used strictly according to the scheme specified in the instructions or as prescribed by your doctor.

Symptoms of overdose:

• Loss of consciousness
• Seizures
• Dizziness
• Chest pain
• Arrhythmia or tachycardia
   

An overdose of albuterol can be fatal.

How long does albuterol stay in your system?

The half-life of albuterol is about 6 hours. This means that the body eliminates half the dose of the drug, within 6 hours. The body will be completely cleared of the drug after 30 hours.

What are the possible side effects of albuterol?

The most common side effects during treatment with albuterol are slight pain in the chest, dizziness, headache, and coughing.

Side effects that occur less frequently:

• back pain;
• shivering in the extremities;
• chills;
• elevated body temperature;
• pain when urinating
• diarrhea
• skin rash, itching;
• loss of appetite;
• nausea;
• swelling of the extremities;
• runny nose;
• sore throat.

Does albuterol raise blood pressure?

Albuterol causes an increase in blood pressure, so if you have arterial hypertension and vascular problems, you should take Albuterol with extreme caution. Before buying an Albuterol inhaler you must be consulted to your doctor.

Does albuterol increase heart rate?

In some cases, the drug affects heart rate (tachycardia; arrhythmia).

Albuterol: side effects in elderly people

No studies have been done on the effects of the drug on elderly patients. However, the elderly are more prone to age-related heart issues, which requires more attention and caution when choosing a dose of the drug.
 

There may be effects that go away on their own after the body adapts to taking Albuterol. In cases where the side effects of the drug become more pronounced, bring great discomfort, and impact the quality of life, you should immediately consult a doctor.

Albuterol: contraindications

Taking a generic Albuterol inhaler is prohibited in hypersensitivity, while breastfeeding, patients under 2 years of age.

The medicine should be taken with caution in tachyarrhythmia, arterial hypertension, thyrotoxicosis, diabetes, and epilepsy.

Albuterol: pregnancy

Administration of the drug during pregnancy is strictly contraindicated.

Can you buy Albuterol over the counter?

In our Mexican pharmacy, you can buy albuterol over the counter. The cost listed on the website includes a pharmacist's prescription, so you will buy otc albuterol without difficulty. If you have questions about dosage or drug interactions, you can write to the company's work email and a qualified pharmacist will check to see if you can take the drug.