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Brand Names: Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax

Generic Name: albuterol (Pronunciation: al BYOO teh rall)

• What is albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?
• What are the possible side effects of albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?
• What is the most important information I should know about albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?
• How should I take albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?
• What happens if I overdose (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?
• What should I avoid while taking albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?
• What other drugs will affect albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?

Albuterol works by relaxing muscles in the airways to improve breathing.

Albuterol is used to treat bronchospasm (wheezing, shortness of breath) associated with reversible obstructive airway disease such as asthma.

Albuterol may also be used for conditions other than those listed in this medication guide.

Albuterol 2 mg-MYL

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Albuterol 2 mg-URL

round, white, imprinted with MP 47

Albuterol 4 mg-MUT

round, white, imprinted with MP, 88

Albuterol 4 mg-MYL

round, white, imprinted with M 572

Albuterol 4 mg-WAR

round, white, imprinted with WARRICK, 1530

Albuterol ER 4 mg-MYL

round, white, imprinted with 22, M

Albuterol ER 8 mg-MYL

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Proventil 2 mg

round, white, imprinted with 252 252, Proventil 2

Proventil Repetabs 4 mg

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Volmax 4 mg

hexagonal, blue, imprinted with VOLMAX, 4

Volmax 8 mg

hexagonal, white, imprinted with VOLMAX, 8

What are the possible side effects of albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?

Stop taking albuterol and seek emergency medical attention if you experience any of the following serious side effects:

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives); or
• chest pain or irregular heartbeats.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take albuterol and talk to your doctor if you experience

• headache;
• dizziness or lightheadedness;
• insomnia;
• tremor or nervousness;
• sweating;
• nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; or
• dry mouth.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about albuterol (Proventil, Proventil Repetabs, Ventolin, Volmax)?

Seek medical attention if you notice that you require more than your usual or more than the maximum amount of any asthma medication in a 24-hour period. An increased need for medication could be an early sign of a serious asthma attack.

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