Drug Study - Albuterol

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; [...]