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Health Topics/Antiasthma/Respiratory Agent/Pharmacology/Albuterol

What is AccuNeb?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
AccuNeb (albuterol sulfate) is approved to treat wheezing, difficulty breathing and chest tightness caused by asthma in children ages 2 to 12. This prescription medication, which is inhaled, relaxes airway muscles so people may breathe more easily for up to six hours.

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How soon after taking albuterol will my symptoms improve?
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Depending on the severity of your symptoms and dose form used (inhalation, tablet or liquid), yo...
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How does albuterol help treat asthma?
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Asthma is a condition in which the airways in your lungs get narrow, swell up, produce excess mucus ...
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Are there any risks in taking albuterol?
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In rare cases, when taking albuterol an allergic reaction or serious side effect can occur. Do n...
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How does albuterol sulfate interact with other medications?
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Albuterol sulfate may interact with other medications, so it's important to tell your doctor abo...
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