Ventolin 4

ACTIVE HALF-LIFE 6 Hours
CLASSIFICATION Beta-2-Agonist
DOSAGE 10-20 mg/day
ACNE No
WATER RETENTION No
HBR No
HEPATOTOXICITY No
AROMATIZATION No
MANUFACTURER GSK
WAREHOUSE International Warehouse 2
SUBSTANCE Salbutamol ,

Ventolin, also known as albuterol, is a medication that dilates the medium and large airways in the lungs. It is prescribed for conditions such as asthma (including asthma attacks), exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Additionally, it may be used to manage high potassium levels in the blood. Ventolin is typically administered via an inhaler or nebulizer, but it is also available in pill form and as an intravenous solution. The inhaled variant generally takes effect within 15 minutes and provides relief for two to six hours.

Common side effects include shakiness, headaches, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, and anxiety. More serious side effects can involve worsening bronchospasm, irregular heartbeat, and low blood potassium levels. While Ventolin can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding, its safety profile is not fully established. It is classified as a short-acting β2 adrenergic receptor agonist, which works by relaxing the smooth muscles of the airways.

Ventolin is primarily utilized for treating bronchospasm—regardless of the cause, such as allergic asthma or exercise-induced issues—as well as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a frequently prescribed medication in rescue inhalers for short-term relief during asthma attacks. As a β2 agonist, salbutamol also has obstetric applications; intravenous salbutamol serves as a tocolytic to relax uterine smooth muscle and help delay premature labor. While it was preferred over other agents like atosiban and ritodrine, it has largely been supplanted by the calcium channel blocker nifedipine, which is more effective, better tolerated, and available in oral form.

Ventolin has also been employed in treating acute hyperkalemia due to its ability to facilitate the movement of potassium into cells, thereby reducing blood potassium levels.

The most frequently reported side effects include fine tremors, anxiety, headaches, muscle cramps, dry mouth, and palpitations. Other potential symptoms might involve tachycardia, arrhythmia, skin flushing, rare myocardial ischemia, and disturbances in sleep and behavior. Although less common, significant concerns may arise from allergic reactions, paradoxical bronchospasm, hives, angioedema, hypotension, and fainting. High doses or extended use can lead to hypokalemia, which is particularly risky for individuals with renal failure and those taking certain diuretics and xanthine derivatives.

Keep out of reach of children. Intended for adult use only.