Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol 90mcg Carton 8.5g
- MFR:
- 1479387
- Medex SKU:
- AMP-17270074000
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
- Usually Ships:
- 3 - 5 Business Days
Description
Key Features:
Active Ingredient: Albuterol Sulfate, a selective beta2-adrenergic bronchodilator. Each actuation delivers 90 mcg of albuterol (from 108 mcg of albuterol sulfate from the mouthpiece).
Dosage Form: Inhalation Aerosol (HFA - hydrofluoroalkane), indicating it's a propellant-driven metered-dose inhaler.
Container Size: 8.5g canister, typically providing 200 actuations.
Packaging: Supplied as a carton containing one inhaler.
Prescription Product: This is a prescription drug and requires a state license number for purchase by healthcare professionals.
Dose Counter: Modern albuterol inhalers typically come with an integrated dose counter to help patients track the number of remaining doses.
Rapid Onset of Action: Albuterol provides quick relief of bronchospasm.
Uses:
The Armstrong 17270074000 (Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol) is indicated for the treatment and prevention of bronchospasm in patients with reversible obstructive airway disease. Its primary uses include:
Asthma: Used as a "rescue inhaler" for quick relief of acute asthma symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness in patients aged 4 years and older.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Helps manage symptoms of COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema, by relaxing the muscles around the airways and making breathing easier.
Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm (EIB): Can be used preventatively before exercise to avoid symptoms in individuals prone to EIB.
Acute Bronchospasm: Provides rapid relief during sudden episodes of airway constriction.