For treatment, take 1 to 2 inhalations every 4 to 6 hours when required.
To prevent exercise-induced symptoms, take 2 inhalations 15 to 30 minutes before exercise.
Your doctor will tell you what dose to use based on the severity of your symptoms.
If you forget to take a dose of ProAir, don’t worry. This inhaler should only be used when you need relief of symptoms.
Follow these instructions if you miss a dose:
If you have symptoms: Use your ProAir inhaler as soon as you need it.
If you take it regularly (e.g. to prevent exercise-induced asthma): Take the missed dose when you remember. You do not need to take any extra doses to make up for a missed dose.
Type of medicine | Short-acting beta2-agonist (SABA) |
Used for | To provide fast relief from asthma and COPD symptoms |
Active ingredient(s) | Albuterol sulfate |
Works by | Relaxing the muscles in the airways, making it easier to breathe. |
Effective within | 5 minutes |
Available as | Dry powder inhaler |
Available strength | 90 mcg |
Usage | Take 1 to 2 inhalations every 4 to 6 hours when required for symptoms |
Manufacturer | Teva |
Is a generic available? | Yes, Albuterol |
Storage | Store at room temperature (between 59°F and 77°F). Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. |
Prescription required? | Yes, get it with our FREE online consultation |
Who can consult | Adults over 18 years old who suffer from asthma or COPD |
ProAir contains the active ingredient albuterol sulfate. It is a rescue inhaler used to treat breathing conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Albuterol is a beta-agonist, which works by relaxing the muscles around the airways, making it easier to breathe. This helps relieve symptoms such as chest tightness, wheezing, or a cough.
ProAir is recommended for patients 4 years of age and older with asthma or COPD.*
*Please note: At SpeedyHealth we currently only offer this treatment for adults.
You should not use ProAir if you are allergic to the active ingredient, albuterol, or any of the other ingredients in this medicine. Patients with severe allergies to milk proteins should also avoid using this medicine.
If you have any of the following medical conditions, consult your doctor before use:
To use the ProAir RespiClick inhaler correctly:
Stop taking this medicine and seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following side effects
ProAir and Ventolin are both brand names for the same medication, Albuterol. However, they may have slight differences in formulation, inhaler device, or other added ingredients.
Yes, you can buy ProAir inhalers online at SpeedyHealth after completing our free online consultation.
A consultation is required as this inhaler is a prescription-only medication. Our doctors will need to check to ensure it is safe and suitable for you to use.