Ventolin HFA

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf asthma medication
gptkbp:activeDuring albuterol
gptkbp:availableIn various countries
gptkbp:availableSizes 90 mcg per actuation
gptkbp:brand gptkb:Ventolin
gptkbp:clinicalTrials approved for use
rescue inhaler
not for routine use in stable asthma
recommended for acute asthma symptoms
studied for efficacy in adults
studied for efficacy in children
studied for long-term use effects
studied for safety in pregnancy
gptkbp:contraindication hypokalemia
hypersensitivity to albuterol
paradoxical bronchospasm
gptkbp:dosageForm as needed
metered-dose inhaler
gptkbp:drugInterdiction gptkb:MAO_inhibitors
excreted in urine
metabolized in the liver
prescription required
beta-blockers
rapid onset of action
bronchodilator
duration of action 4-6 hours
gptkbp:expirationDate approximately 12 months
gptkbp:formFactor aerosol
gptkbp:formulation solution for inhalation
gptkbp:hasPopulation children and adults
gptkbp:healthcare monitor for side effects
how to use inhaler
importance of carrying inhaler
monitor for effectiveness
recognizing signs of asthma attack
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ventolin HFA
gptkbp:incubationPeriod shake well before use
exhale fully before inhaling
hold breath for 10 seconds after inhalation
wait 1 minute between puffs
gptkbp:lastProduced 1981
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:GlaxoSmithKline
gptkbp:packaging pressurized canister
gptkbp:regulatoryCompliance FDA_approved
gptkbp:relatedPatent exercise-induced bronchospasm
gptkbp:route inhalation
gptkbp:safetyFeatures use with caution in patients with heart disease
gptkbp:sideEffect headache
nervousness
tremors
increased heart rate
gptkbp:storage room temperature
gptkbp:triggerType beta-2_adrenergic_agonist
gptkbp:type albuterol sulfate
gptkbp:usedFor treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
treating asthma