Ventolin is a brand-name prescription medicine used to relax muscles in the airways and encourage airflow to and from the lungs. This medication is primarily prescribed to people diagnosed with asthma or lung conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that cause obstructed airflow to the lungs.

Common symptoms of these lung conditions include:

• Coughing
  
• Wheezing
  
• Difficulty breathing
  
• Shortness of breath
  
• Chest tightness
  
  

Ventolin helps loosen airways in the respiratory system (like the bronchi and trachea) to prevent these symptoms and relieve them if they occur.

It is important to note that Ventolin does not cure asthma or lung disease. Instead, it is used to manage symptoms associated with these conditions.

Ventolin is supplied as an oral inhalant administered to the body through an inhaler. Ventolin contains the drug albuterol, which is available in generic form. Ventolin is only available via prescription from a licensed health care provider.

Ventolin belongs to a class of medications known as bronchodilators. During bronchospasms, these medications help relax the muscles surrounding the airways in the lungs (known as the bronchi). Bronchospasm is the medical term for the tightening and inflammation of these airways.

Bronchospasms commonly occur after exercise or exposure to an irritant (such as secondhand smoke or airborne allergens). Bronchodilators help people mitigate and prevent the symptoms listed above by relaxing the muscles surrounding the airways and encouraging airflow to and from the lungs. Ventolin does not cure asthma or lung disease but can improve quality of life and prevent potentially severe breathing problems.

The use of Ventolin may cause side effects, though this is an uncommon occurrence. Talk to your health care provider if these symptoms recur or do not go away.

The most common side effects of Ventolin include:

• Tremors (uncontrollable shaking of the body)
  
• Nervousness
  
• Dizziness
  
• Heartburn
  
• Nausea and vomiting
  
  

More severe side effects are rare but are usually the result of an allergy to Ventolin. Seek medical attention right away if you experience any of the following adverse reactions:

• Tachycardia (fast or irregular heartbeat)
  
• Chest pain
  
• Rash/ hives
  
• Swelling of the face, throat, or extremities
  
• Difficulty breathing
  
• Throat irritation
  
  

As with all prescription medications, inform the prescribing doctor about any medical conditions you have been diagnosed with and any medications or supplements you currently take before starting treatment with Ventolin. Ventolin can interact with other medicines and substances, causing potentially serious side effects. Inform your health care provider if you have been diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, heart disease, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, or seizures. Before beginning treatment with Inderal, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or are planning on becoming pregnant.

Ventolin is commonly prescribed as an aerosol inhalant administered through an inhaler. For most individuals, two inhalations should be taken every four to six hours. This usually comes out to about two inhalations four times a day. More frequent inhalations are not recommended.

To prevent exercise-induced bronchospasms, it is recommended that you take two inhalations of Ventolin fifteen minutes before physical activity.

The exact dosage and schedule will vary depending on the patient's age, body weight, and severity of the condition. Take the medication exactly as your doctor has instructed.

Do not increase your dosage or discontinue the use of Ventolin unless ordered to do so by your doctor. If you experience any adverse reactions, contact a health care provider. Your dosage may increase or decrease depending on your doctor’s orders.

You should store your medication in a closed container at room temperature, away from extreme heat, extreme cold, moisture, and direct light, and keep it out of the reach of children.

Ventolin is only available by prescription from a licensed health care provider. Providers on Sesame can order Inderal for local pickup on the same day. Talk to a provider on Sesame and get your prescription ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your doctor.

Good news! If deemed clinically appropriate, providers on Sesame can write a prescription for Ventolin to be picked up near you—often within the same day! Simply talk to a clinician and get your online doctor prescription or refill ordered immediately for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your healthcare provider.