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Prescription onlyBronchodilator
Salbutamol
Brand names
AsthalinVentolinLevolin
Uses
Quick relief of asthma and breathing difficulty (wheezing).
How it works
Stimulates beta-2 receptors to relax and open the airways.
Common side effects
- Tremor
- Fast heartbeat
- Headache
Serious side effects
- Severe low potassium
- Irregular heartbeat
Who should not take it
Known allergy.
Drug interactions
Caution with beta blockers and diuretics.
Storage
Store below 30°C; keep inhaler away from heat.
Pregnancy category
C — Risk cannot be ruled out
Sources: GINA guidelines · WHO