Question 1

can i die from ventolin overdose?

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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 2

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 3

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.

Question 4

what is the treatment for ventolin overdose?

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Add other meds: Ventolin is a  bronchodilators known as beta 2 receptor agonists. Ventolin  bronchial tube muscles to relax opening the airways. If the medicine is used alone, the inflammation in the airways is not reduced and symptoms persist.  Stepwise asthma treatment-consider adding other meds such as steroid inhalers to reduce inflammation for relief reducing amount of ventolin needed and maintaining control.

Question 5

is taking a ventolin puffer once an hour overdosing for an adult?

Accepted Answer

No, add other meds: Ventolin is a  bronchodilators known as beta 2 receptor agonists. Ventolin  works on the smooth muscle receptors of the bronchial tube to cause the muscles to relax opening the airways. If the medicine is used alone, the inflammation in the airways is not reduced and symptoms persist.  Stepwise asthma treatment-consider adding other meds such as steroid inhalers to reduce inflammation for relief.

Question 6

is nebulization with ventolin during streptococcal tonsillitis and cough helflul in children around  4 for avoiding  further chest complications?

Accepted Answer

Wouldn't: I wouldn't do this unless the kid had a tendency to wheeze with upper respiratory infections.

Question 7

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 8

what symptoms are in the side effects of ventolin?

Accepted Answer

Fast heart rate: Also nervousness, headache, dizziness.

Question 9

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 10

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.

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