Question 1

can you take albuterol and brovana (arformoterol) one after the other?

Accepted Answer

Preferably no: Brovana (arformoterol) is a long acting agent-laba while albuterol is saba ie short acting b2 agi=onist taking them one after other will cause more side effects
in emergency you can take it but will cause more side effects.

Question 2

what are the medicinal uses of ventolin?

Accepted Answer

Bronchodilator: It is albuterol in an inhaler form, a  bronchodilator - used as a rescue medicine in obstructive lung diseases, like asthma and copd.

Question 3

can i die from ventolin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an overdose of: Ventolin can be lethal. Are you having thoughts of overdosing on ventolin? I you are please get help now.  Have a friend or relative drive you to the nearest emergency room or call 911 if needed. With help comes hope.

Question 4

what are the side effects of ventolin?

Accepted Answer

Ventolin: Shakiness hands &amp; feet, Fast irregular pounding heart beats, rarely cough &amp; shortness of breath &amp; Rash &amp; Red skin &amp; Swelling of mouth and throat, Wheezing, Blurred vision, Confusion, Cramps, Headaches, Sweating, Vomiting, Irritability &amp; Sleep changes.

Question 5

what symptoms are in the side effects of ventolin?

Accepted Answer

Fast heart rate: Also nervousness, headache, dizziness.

Question 6

is there natural way to deal with ventolin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Stop using it: Just stop using it.  You will naturally return to normal.

Question 7

how do i know how much ventolin is too much for a 5yo?

Accepted Answer

Asthma: During asthma flare up- usually 2 inhalations 4 times a day with an aerochamber should be enough. If more dose needed then an steroid inhaler needs to be added to reduce the need of ventolin.

Question 8

what's the difference between ventolin hfa and ventolin?

Accepted Answer

The additives: It is the same medicine in each. The difference is in the propellants added so the medication comes out in a mist. The hfa is supposed to be a bit safer for the environment, but both should work equally as well on your asthma symptoms as rescue inhalers.

Question 9

hello docs. i was wondering can ventolin syrup clear coughs?

Accepted Answer

No: Ventolin as syrup is useless and may also cause side effects. The best approach to cough is treat the cause. If it is just a cold- hang on for a week.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: ventolin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Overstimulation: ventolin is a rescue inhaler used in asthma, COPD and other respiratory conditions. It stimulates certain nerves  in the body and can cause hypertension, excitability, agitation, and other symptoms of over-stimulation. using ventolin as prescribed and not too often should not cause any problems. If you are using this and have the symptoms described, contact your physician.

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