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Albuterol is a short-acting, beta-adrenergic bronchodilator drug used for relief and prevention of bronchospasm. It is also used to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm. While albuterol is available in tablet form, it is most commonly used by oral inhalation into the lungs.

Do…
  • Maintain your mineral levels Get enough calcium, magnesium, phosphate, and potassium through supplements or diet to replace those nutrients lost by using the medication.
  • Support your medication’s effectiveness with coleus Evidence suggests that forskolin, the active constituent in Coleus forskohlii, might improve the drug’s bronchodilating effects. Ask your doctor about adding this to your treatment.
  • Use with food to side-step a possible side effect Albuterol may be taken with food to prevent stomach upset.
Don't…
  • Forget to carry your inhaler with you Keep albuterol on hand for asthma-related emergencies.

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