Drug Study - Albuterol

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Salbutamol, Ventolin, Ventolin Rotocaps, Volmax

Action:

Synthetic sympathomimetic amine and moderately selective beta₂-adrenergic agonist with comparatively long action. Acts more prominently on beta₂ receptors (particularly smooth muscles of bronchi, uterus, and vascular supply to skeletal muscles) than on beta₁ (heart) receptors. Minimal or no effect on alpha-adrenergic receptors. Inhibits histamine release by mast cells.

Classifications:

autonomic nervous system agent; beta-adrenergic agonist (sympathomimetic); bronchodilator (respiratory smooth muscle relaxant)

Indication:

To relieve bronchospasm associated with acute or chronic asthma, bronchitis, or other reversible obstructive airway diseases. Also used to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm.

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