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Albuterol Sulfate

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Overview

What is ProAir RespiClick?

The active ingredient of PROAIR RESPICLICK inhalation powder is albuterol sulfate, a racemic salt of albuterol. Albuterol sulfate is a beta-adrenergic agonist. It has the chemical name α-[(-butylamino) methyl]-4-hydroxy--xylene-α,α'-diol sulfate (2:1) (salt), and the following chemical structure:

The molecular weight of albuterol sulfate is 576.7, and the empirical formula is (CHNO)•HSO. Albuterol sulfate is a white to off-white crystalline powder. It is soluble in water and slightly soluble in ethanol. Albuterol sulfate is the official U.S. Adopted Name in the United States, and salbutamol sulfate is the recommended World Health Organization international nonproprietary name.

PROAIR RESPICLICK is an inhalation-driven, multi-dose inhalation powder (dry powder inhaler) for oral inhalation only. It contains a formulation blend of albuterol sulfate with alpha-lactose monohydrate. Each actuation provides a metered dose of 2.6 mg of the formulation containing 117 mcg of albuterol sulfate (equivalent to 97 mcg of albuterol base) and lactose from the device reservoir. Under standardized test conditions with fixed flow rates ranging from 58 to 71 L/min, and with a total air volume of 2 L, the PROAIR RESPICLICK inhaler delivers 108 mcg of albuterol sulfate (equivalent to 90 mcg of albuterol base) with lactose from the mouthpiece. The actual amount of drug delivered to the lung will depend on patient factors, such as inspiratory flow profile. In a study that investigated the peak inspiratory flow rate (PIFR) in asthma (n=27, ages 12 to 17 years old and n=50, ages 18 to 45 years old) and COPD (n=50, over 50 years old) patients, the mean PIFR achieved by subjects was >60 L/min (range = 31 to 110 L/min.), indicating that patients would be able to achieve the required inspiratory flow to operate the MDPI device correctly. The inhaler is provided for 200 actuations (inhalations).



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What are the available doses of ProAir RespiClick?

Inhalation powder: PROAIR RESPICLICK is a dry powder inhaler that meters 117 mcg of albuterol sulfate (equivalent to 97 mcg of albuterol base) from the device reservoir and delivers 108 mcg of albuterol sulfate (equivalent to 90 mcg of albuterol base) from the mouthpiece per actuation. The inhaler is supplied for 200 inhalation doses. ()

What should I talk to my health care provider before I take ProAir RespiClick?

How should I use ProAir RespiClick?

PROAIR RESPICLICK (albuterol sulfate) inhalation powder is indicated for the treatment or prevention of bronchospasm in patients 4 years of age and older with reversible obstructive airway disease.

For treatment of acute episodes of bronchospasm or prevention of symptoms associated with bronchospasm, the recommended dosage for adults and children 4 years of age or older is 2 inhalations repeated every 4 to 6 hours. More frequent administration or a larger number of inhalations is not recommended. In some patients, 1 inhalation every 4 hours may be sufficient.


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What should I look out for while using ProAir RespiClick?

Use of PROAIR RESPICLICK is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to albuterol and/or severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins. Rare cases of hypersensitivity reactions, including urticaria, angioedema, and rash have been reported after the use of albuterol sulfate. There have been reports of anaphylactic reactions in patients using inhalation therapies containing lactose .


What might happen if I take too much ProAir RespiClick?

The expected symptoms with overdosage are those of excessive beta-adrenergic stimulation and/or occurrence or exaggeration of any of the symptoms listed under ADVERSE REACTIONS, eg, seizures, angina, hypertension or hypotension, tachycardia with rates up to 200 beats per minute, arrhythmias, nervousness, headache, tremor, dry mouth, palpitation, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, malaise, and insomnia.

Hypokalemia may also occur. As with all sympathomimetic medications, cardiac arrest and even death may be associated with abuse of PROAIR RESPICLICK.

Treatment consists of discontinuation of PROAIR RESPICLICK together with appropriate symptomatic therapy. The judicious use of a cardioselective beta-receptor blocker may be considered, bearing in mind that such medication can produce bronchospasm. There is insufficient evidence to determine if dialysis is beneficial for overdosage of PROAIR RESPICLICK.


How should I store and handle ProAir RespiClick?

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° and 30°C (59° and 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] Do not freeze.Protect from light.Discard unused portion. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° and 30°C (59° and 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] Do not freeze.Protect from light.Discard unused portion. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° and 30°C (59° and 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] Do not freeze.Protect from light.Discard unused portion. Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° and 30°C (59° and 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] Do not freeze.Protect from light.Discard unused portion. PROAIR RESPICLICK inhalation powder is supplied as a white dry powder inhaler with a red cap sealed in a foil pouch in boxes of one. Each inhaler contains 0.65g of the formulation and provides 200 actuations (NDC 59310-580-20). Store at room temperature (between 15° and 25°C; 59° and 77°F). Avoid exposure to extreme heat, cold, or humidity.Keep out of reach of children.PROAIR RESPICLICK inhaler has a dose counter. Patients should never try to alter the numbers for the dose counter. Discard the inhaler 13 months after opening the foil pouch, when the counter displays 0, or after the expiration date on the product, whichever comes first. The labeled amount of medication in each actuation cannot be assured after the counter displays 0, even though the inhaler is not completely empty and will continue to operate PROAIR RESPICLICK inhalation powder is supplied as a white dry powder inhaler with a red cap sealed in a foil pouch in boxes of one. Each inhaler contains 0.65g of the formulation and provides 200 actuations (NDC 59310-580-20). Store at room temperature (between 15° and 25°C; 59° and 77°F). Avoid exposure to extreme heat, cold, or humidity.Keep out of reach of children.PROAIR RESPICLICK inhaler has a dose counter. Patients should never try to alter the numbers for the dose counter. Discard the inhaler 13 months after opening the foil pouch, when the counter displays 0, or after the expiration date on the product, whichever comes first. The labeled amount of medication in each actuation cannot be assured after the counter displays 0, even though the inhaler is not completely empty and will continue to operate PROAIR RESPICLICK inhalation powder is supplied as a white dry powder inhaler with a red cap sealed in a foil pouch in boxes of one. Each inhaler contains 0.65g of the formulation and provides 200 actuations (NDC 59310-580-20). Store at room temperature (between 15° and 25°C; 59° and 77°F). Avoid exposure to extreme heat, cold, or humidity.Keep out of reach of children.PROAIR RESPICLICK inhaler has a dose counter. Patients should never try to alter the numbers for the dose counter. Discard the inhaler 13 months after opening the foil pouch, when the counter displays 0, or after the expiration date on the product, whichever comes first. The labeled amount of medication in each actuation cannot be assured after the counter displays 0, even though the inhaler is not completely empty and will continue to operate PROAIR RESPICLICK inhalation powder is supplied as a white dry powder inhaler with a red cap sealed in a foil pouch in boxes of one. Each inhaler contains 0.65g of the formulation and provides 200 actuations (NDC 59310-580-20). Store at room temperature (between 15° and 25°C; 59° and 77°F). Avoid exposure to extreme heat, cold, or humidity.Keep out of reach of children.PROAIR RESPICLICK inhaler has a dose counter. Patients should never try to alter the numbers for the dose counter. Discard the inhaler 13 months after opening the foil pouch, when the counter displays 0, or after the expiration date on the product, whichever comes first. The labeled amount of medication in each actuation cannot be assured after the counter displays 0, even though the inhaler is not completely empty and will continue to operate


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Clinical Information

Chemical Structure

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Clinical Pharmacology

Albuterol sulfate is a beta-adrenergic agonist. The pharmacologic effects of albuterol sulfate are attributable to activation of beta-adrenergic receptors on airway smooth muscle. Activation of beta-adrenergic receptors leads to the activation of adenylcyclase and to an increase in the intracellular concentration of cyclic-3',5’‑adenosine monophosphate (cyclic AMP). This increase of cyclic AMP is associated with the activation of protein kinase A, which in turn inhibits the phosphorylation of myosin and lowers intracellular ionic calcium concentrations, resulting in muscle relaxation. Albuterol relaxes the smooth muscle of all airways, from the trachea to the terminal bronchioles. Albuterol acts as a functional antagonist to relax the airway irrespective of the spasmogen involved, thus protecting against all bronchoconstrictor challenges. Increased cyclic AMP concentrations are also associated with the inhibition of release of mediators from mast cells in the airway. While it is recognized that beta-adrenergic receptors are the predominant receptors on bronchial smooth muscle, data indicate that there are beta-receptors in the human heart, 10% to 50% of which are cardiac beta-adrenergic receptors. The precise function of these receptors has not been established .

Albuterol has been shown in most controlled clinical trials to have more effect on the respiratory tract, in the form of bronchial smooth muscle relaxation, than isoproterenol at comparable doses while producing fewer cardiovascular effects. However, inhaled albuterol, like other beta-adrenergic agonist drugs, can produce a significant cardiovascular effect in some patients, as measured by pulse rate, blood pressure, symptoms, and/or electrocardiographic changes [

Non-Clinical Toxicology
Use of PROAIR RESPICLICK is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to albuterol and/or severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins. Rare cases of hypersensitivity reactions, including urticaria, angioedema, and rash have been reported after the use of albuterol sulfate. There have been reports of anaphylactic reactions in patients using inhalation therapies containing lactose .

When given concurrently the following drugs may interact with thiazide diuretics.

Alcohol, barbiturates, or narcotics

Antidiabetic drugs

Other antihypertensive drugs

Corticosteroids, ACTH

Pressor amines (e.g., norepinephrine)

Skeletal muscle relaxants, nondepolarizing (e.g., tubocurarine)

Lithium

Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs

PROAIR RESPICLICK can produce paradoxical bronchospasm that may be life threatening. If paradoxical bronchospasm occurs, PROAIR RESPICLICK should be discontinued immediately and alternative therapy instituted.

 

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Reference

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