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After a puff of salbutamol inhaler i cough up phlem, why is this?

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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Effects of albuterol: The actions of albuterol include bronchodilation as many are aware, but also mucolytic (breaks up mucus).

Dr Khanna agreed

Answered 10/29/2016

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