Albuterol Inhalation Powder

Name: Albuterol Inhalation Powder

How is this medicine (Albuterol Inhalation Powder) best taken?

Use albuterol inhalation powder as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

  • Follow how to take this medicine as you have been told by your doctor. Do not use more than you were told to use.
  • For breathing into the lungs.
  • If using more than 1 type of puffer (inhaler), ask the doctor which puffer to use first.
  • If working out or playing sports causes signs, use right before doing it.
  • Have your puffer (inhaler) use checked with your doctor at each visit. Read and follow facts on how to use the puffer. Make sure you use the puffer the right way.
  • Follow how to clean carefully.
  • Close the device after each dose. Do not open the device unless a dose is being used.
  • Do not take the device apart or wash it. Do not use it with a spacer. Do not breathe out into the device.
  • Clean mouthpiece by wiping with a dry tissue or cloth. Do not wash or put in water.
  • This inhaler has a dose counter to keep track of how many doses are left. Throw away the inhaler when you have been told after opening or when the dose counter has a 0 in it, whichever comes first.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

  • If you use albuterol inhalation powder on a regular basis, use a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
  • If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
  • Do not use 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
  • Many times this medicine is used on an as needed basis. Do not use more often than told by the doctor.
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