Albuterol

What is it?

• Asthma- helps Breathing Problems
• Opens- the Air Passages in Lungs
• Taken as- a Pill, Syrup, Powder through a Nebulizer or in an Inhaler

How should I take it?

• Pill- take Whole
• Inhaler- Breathe Deeply into Inhaler
• Nebulizer- Breathe in Mist
• Side Effects- Nervousness, Dizziness, Fast Heartbeat, Headache, Hunger, unable to Sleep, upset Stomach and Stomach Pain, Sore Throat
• Chest Pain, Rash/Itching, Swelling, Trouble Swallowing

What can I do?

• See your Health Care Provider- as needed
• See your Pharmacist- for help
• See a Registered Dietitian- as needed
• See a Food Fitness First Registered Dietitian- on line for help as needed