Proventil Inhaler

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Proventil is a drug that is used to treat or prevent airway spasms caused by asthma or other conditions. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Proventil, including details about how the drug works and some of its more common side effects.

Some common side effects of Proventil include shakiness, nausea, and nervousness. This eMedTV segment discusses Proventil side effects, including those that may require immediate medical attention, such as an irregular heart rhythm.

Uses of Proventil commonly involve the treatment and prevention of airway spasms. This eMedTV resource discusses Proventil uses for people with conditions such as asthma. This article also discusses "off-label" uses of the medication.

The Proventil dosage for treating an asthma attack is typically two sprays as needed. This eMedTV page discusses Proventil dosing guidelines for treating or preventing airway spasms and provides tips for taking the drug.

A few of the drugs that may interact with Proventil include digoxin, metoprolol, and doxepin. This part of the eMedTV Web site discusses Proventil drug interactions, and the potential health effects of such interactions.

Some Proventil warnings and precautions relate to the drug's potential effect on blood pressure. This eMedTV page covers precautions and warnings to be aware of with Proventil, such as those involving taking the drug during pregnancy.

In studies, Proventil caused birth defects in pregnant animals. This page of the eMedTV Web site discusses Proventil and pregnancy, and explains why doctors often believe that the benefits of the drug outweigh the possible risks associated with it.

It is not known whether Proventil passes through breast milk. This selection from the eMedTV archives discusses Proventil and breastfeeding, explaining that it is thought that taking Proventil while breastfeeding is probably safe in most cases.

People who take too much Proventil may have overdose symptoms such as chest pain, dry mouth, and seizures. This eMedTV article describes the possible effects of a Proventil overdose and explains how such an overdose is treated.