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Proair Hfa Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Albuterol sulfate 90mcg/inh; metered-dose aerosol (with a dose counter); CFC-free.
Pharmacological Class
Beta-2 agonist.
How Supplied
Inhalation aerosol (w. dose counter)—8.5g (200 inh)
Manufacturer
Proair Hfa Indications
Indications
Bronchospasm.
Proair Hfa Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<4yrs: not established. ≥4yrs: 2 inh every 4–6hrs; in some patients: 1 inh every 4hrs may suffice. Exercise-induced bronchospasm: 2 inh 15–30mins before exercise.
Proair Hfa Contraindications
Not Applicable
Proair Hfa Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Proair Hfa Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid excessive use. Sensitivity to sympathomimetics. Discontinue if paradoxical bronchospasm or cardiovascular effects occur. Cardiovascular disorders (eg, coronary insufficiency, arrhythmias, hypertension). Diabetes. Hyperthyroidism. Seizure disorders. Reevaluate periodically. Elderly. Labor & delivery. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Proair Hfa Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Proair Hfa Interactions
Interactions
During or within 2 weeks of MAOIs or tricyclics (increased cardiovascular effects); consider alternative therapy. Oral sympathomimetics: not recommended. Antagonized by β-blockers. Monitor digoxin. Caution with non-potassium sparing diuretics (eg, loop or thiazide); monitor.
Proair Hfa Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Headache, tachycardia, pain, dizziness, pharyngitis, rhinitis; hypokalemia, paradoxical bronchospasm, cardiovascular effects, immediate hypersensitivity reactions (eg, rash, urticaria, angioedema).
Proair Hfa Clinical Trials
See Literature
Proair Hfa Note
Not Applicable
Proair Hfa Patient Counseling
See Literature
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