Albuterol (as sulfate) 0.5%. By nebulizer: 2.5mg (0.5mL of 0.5% diluted to 3mL with sterile normal saline, or 3mL of 0.083%) 3–4 times daily. Avoid excessive use. Sensitivity to sympathomimetics.

Albuterol is a generic drug prescribed to treat or prevent bronchospasm (tightening and swelling of muscles around airways) in people with asthma. Albuterol can help relieve breathing for 6-12 hours.

Dear Dr. Roach: I am wondering if there is a safer inhaler to use in place of an albuterol inhaler. I have high blood pressure that, at times, is very difficult to control. I have not yet tried the ...