Drug Name

Proventil (Albuterol/Salbutamol)

Drug Uses

Proventil is used for treating breathing problems in patients who have asthma or certain other airway diseases. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

How to use

Use Proventil as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
An extra patient leaflet is available with Proventil. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
Proventil is for inhalation only. Do not get it in the eyes. If you get Proventil Solution in the eyes, rinse immediately with cool tap water.
Remove a vial from the foil pouch. Place the remaining vials back into the pouch for storage.

Do not use Proventil if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
To use Proventil, twist open the top of the vial and pour the entire contents into the nebulizer reservoir.
Connect the nebulizer reservoir to the mouthpiece or face mask. Connect the nebulizer to the compressor.

Sit in a comfortable, upright position. Place the mouthpiece in your mouth (or put on the face mask) and turn on the nebulizer. Breathe as calmly, deeply, and evenly as possible until no more mist is formed in the nebulizer chamber (about 5 to 15 minutes).

Clean the nebulizer according to the instructions. Failure to properly clean the nebulizer could lead to bacteria entering the medicine. This may lead to an infection. To avoid bacteria entering the medicine, use the entire contents right after opening the vial for the first time.
Do not stop using Proventil without checking with your doctor. Do not mix this medicine with other medicines in the nebulizer unless directed otherwise by your doctor.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Proventil is a sympathomimetic (beta agonist) bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the smooth muscle in the airway, which allows air to flow in and out of the lungs more easily.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Ventolin and you are using it regularly, use it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Storage

Store at the room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children.