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A 26-year-old male asked about a 33-year-old male:

can ventolin (albuterol) extended release 8mg tablets cause drowsiness/lethargy especially towards the end of the drugs half life (8+ hours)?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Pediatrics 58 years experience

Albuterol: Yes albuterol can increase lethargy and drosiness over time

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