Ventolin 100 mcg/puff
Ventolin 100 mcg/puff is one of 2 strengths in which Ventolin (Albuterol (Salbutamol)) is supplied. The full range is 100 mcg/puff, 2.5 mg/2.5 mL nebuliser. This page covers what the 100 mcg/puff strength is used for and how it fits into typical dosing.
Forms and dosages
Ventolin inhaler is administered by oral inhalation, typically as one or two puffs every four to six hours as needed for symptom relief, or before exposure to known triggers such as exercise. According to the prescribing information, frequent or daily use indicates inadequate maintenance therapy and should prompt review. The nebuliser solution is used in clinic or hospital settings or with a home nebuliser as prescribed.
Indications
Ventolin is approved in adults and children for the relief of bronchospasm in asthma and reversible airway obstruction in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is also used to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm and as part of nebulised therapy in acute exacerbations. According to current guidelines, monotherapy with Ventolin is no longer recommended for persistent asthma; a controller medication should always be added.
All strengths
- 100 mcg/puff
- 2.5 mg/2.5 mL nebuliser
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