An effective drug used for treating bronchospasm, Albuterol is also given for wheezing and breathing difficulty caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. The drug is also known to treat exercise-induced bronchospasm.

A bronchodilator, Albuterol belong to the group of drugs known as beta-agonists.

The drug works by acting on the air passage muscles in the lungs. The drug relaxes the muscles, which helps in the increased flow of air in the lungs.

Albuterol comes in solution, liquid and aerosol. The solution is inhaled using a nebulizer and an inhaler can be used to take the aerosol. Before using Albuterol, it is always better to read through the label.
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