Albuterol (Noun)
Meaning
A bronchodilator (trade names Ventolin or Proventil) used for asthma and emphysema and other lung conditions; available in oral or inhalant forms; side effects are tachycardia and shakiness.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed albuterol to help control the patient's asthma symptoms.
- She carried an inhaler with albuterol in her purse at all times in case of an asthma attack.
- The medication list included albuterol to be taken as needed for wheezing and shortness of breath.
- As a precaution, the patient's physician monitored her heart rate while she was taking albuterol due to the risk of tachycardia.
- The nurse instructed the patient on how to properly use the albuterol inhaler to ensure maximum effectiveness.