ProAir RespiClick
Generic name:albuterol inhalation [ al-BYOO-ter-all ]
Brand names: ProAir HFA, ProAir RespiClick, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA
Drug class:Adrenergic bronchodilators
What is ProAir RespiClick?
ProAir RespiClick is a bronchodilator that is used to treat or prevent bronchospasm in people with reversible obstructive airway disease. Albuterol is also used to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm.
ProAir RespiClick is for use in adults and children at least 4 years old.
ProAir RespiClick may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use ProAir RespiClick if you are allergic to albuterol.
You should not use ProAir RespiClick if you are allergic to milk proteins.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart disease, high blood pressure;
a thyroid disorder;
diabetes; or
low levels of potassium in your blood.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known whether albuterol will harm an unborn baby. However, having uncontrolled asthma during pregnancy may increase the risk of premature birth, low birth weight, or eclampsia (dangerously high blood pressure that can lead to medical problems in both mother and baby). The benefit of preventing bronchospasm may outweigh any risks to the baby.
If you are pregnant, your name may be listed on a pregnancy registry to track the effects of albuterol on the baby.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.
How should I use ProAir RespiClick?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not allow a young child to use ProAir RespiClick without help from an adult.
To prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm, use this medicine 15 to 30 minutes before you exercise. The effects of albuterol inhalation should last about 4 to 6 hours.
Seek medical attention if your breathing problems get worse quickly, or if you think your asthma medications are not working as well.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand th...
