Additional information
| Use in sports | Prohibited above certain thresholds by anti-doping agencies, used for asthma management in athletes with a therapeutic use exemption |
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| Substance class | Beta2-adrenergic agonist |
| Side effects | Tremor, headache, palpitations, rapid heart rate |
| Effects | Relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle, increased airflow to the lungs |
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable as salbutamol is primarily used for medical purposes |
| Dosage (medical) | 2-4 mg orally or 100-200 mcg via inhalation every 4-6 hours |
| Half-life | 4 to 6 hours |
| Main action | Bronchodilation |
| Formula | C13H21NO3 |
| Water Retention | None |
| Chemical name | (RS)-4-(2-(tert-butylamino)-1-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)phenol |
| Storage conditions | Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat |
| Trade name | Ventolin, Proventil, Albuterol |
| Blood pressure | Can cause transient increases in blood pressure |
| Also known as | Albuterol (USAN) |
| Lab Test | Detection via urine analysis for anti-doping purposes |
| Hepatotoxicity | None reported |
| Manufacturer | Pharmaceutical |
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