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Pronounced: Proh-VEN-till
Generic name: Albuterol sulfate
Other brand names: AccuNeb, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA, Volmax Extended-Release Tablets, VoSpire Extended-Release Tablets
Why is Proventil prescribed?
Drugs containing albuterol are prescribed for the prevention and relief of bronchial spasms that narrow the airway. This especially applies to the treatment of asthma. Some brands of Proventil are also used for the prevention of bronchial spasm due to exercise.
Most important fact about Proventil
Do not take albuterol more frequently than your doctor recommends. Increasing the number of doses can be dangerous ...