What should I know about Proventil HFA before taking it?

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  1.  Stacy Wiegman
     
    Stacy Wiegman answered:

    You should know that certain conditions may get worse or become dangerous if combined with Proventil HFA. This includes high blood pressure or any heart problems, diabetes, seizure disorders or an overactive thyroid. Although albuterol may be harmful to an unborn baby if used by a pregnant woman, breathing difficulties may also be harmful to a developing fetus and the woman. An overdose of Proventil HFA can be fatal.

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