Drug reference
salbutamol
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Drug class
Respiratory (B2-Agonist)
Mechanism of action
Beta2 receptor agonist with some beta1 activity; relaxes bronchial smooth muscle with little effect on heart rate.
Common side effects
- Tremor
- Nausea
- Nervousness in children aged 2-6 years
- Insomnia in children aged 6-12
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to albuterol Severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins
Known interactions (4)
- isocarboxazid + salbutamol Major
- cisapride + salbutamol Moderate
- dronedarone + salbutamol Moderate
- prednisolone + salbutamol Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is salbutamol?
salbutamol belongs to: Respiratory.
How does salbutamol work?
Beta2 receptor agonist with some beta1 activity; relaxes bronchial smooth muscle with little effect on heart rate.
What are the common side effects of salbutamol?
Tremor, Nausea, Nervousness in children aged 2-6 years, Insomnia in children aged 6-12
Which drugs interact with salbutamol?
isocarboxazid, cisapride, dronedarone, prednisolone
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