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Albuterol Sulfate

Albuterol Sulfate is a covered generic medication on Tab's $0 list. Here's what it's used for, typical dosing, and side effects, sourced from FDA-approved drug labeling.

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What it's used for

Albuterol inhalation aerosol is used to treat or prevent bronchospasm in patients 4 years of age and older. It is also used to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm in patients with reversible obstructive airway disease.

Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).

Typical dosing

For adults and children 4 years and older, the typical dose is 2 inhalations every 4 to 6 hours.

Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Common side effects

The most common side effects include headache, rapid heart rate, pain, dizziness, throat irritation, and nasal inflammation.

Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list

Albuterol Sulfate 1.25mg/3mL Solution For NebulizationAlbuterol Sulfate 2.5mg/3mL Solution For NebulizationAlbuterol Sulfate 4mg ER TabletAlbuterol Sulfate 90mcg HFA Aerosol InhalerAlbuterol Sulfate Syrup 2mg/5mL

Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.

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Tab is a membership and prescription-discount program—not insurance, and not a substitute for it. $0 pricing applies to medications on the current covered generic list with active membership, at participating pharmacy locations nationwide or through mail order, and is subject to change. Mail-order home delivery is preferred for recurring prescriptions; activation, availability, and delivery timing apply. This page is for general reference, drawn from FDA-approved drug labeling, and is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician can determine if a medication is right for you.