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Medications

Medication Type	Quick Relief
Brand Names	Maxair®, Maxair Autohaler®
Generic Names	Pirbuterol
Description	This inhaled aerosol spray causes muscles around the airways to relax, opening them for easier breathing.
Dosage	Adults and children greater than or equal to 12 years old, inhale 2 puffs every 4 to 6 hours for prevention, followed by a 3rd puff for the treatment of bronchospasm. Do not exceed 12 inhalations/day. One inhalation (200mcg) repeated every 4 to 6 hours may be sufficient for some patients.
Precautions	Patients should use caution if they have hyperthyroidism, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, or if they do not respond well to this medication.
Side Effects	Nervousness, restlessness, trembling, increased heart rate, pounding heart, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, taste changes.
Proper Use	See instructions for correct inhaler use.
Common Interactions	Other beta-adrenergic agents, (MAOIs: isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine), propranolol and other beta-blockers (atenolol, esmolol, betaxolol, penbutolol, carteolol, bisorolol, pindolol, metoprolol, timolol, sotalol, acebutolol, nadolol).
Proper Storage	Keep clean and dry. Store between 15◦ and 30◦C (50◦ to 86◦F). Failure to use this product within this temperature range may result in improper dosing. For optimal results, the canister should be at room temperature before use.