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ProAir HFA

Albuterol Sulfate

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3.4
1.9  Effectiveness
5.8  Side Effects
3.5  Holistic Benefits

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The generic name of this medication is albuterol and brand name is ProAir HFA.

The active ingredient of this medication is albuterol sulfate.

ProAir HFA is manufactured by Dey L.P.

It is primarily used in the treatment and prevention of dyspnea or breathing problems in patients who have asthma or certain other airway diseases.
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Albuterol Sulfate 8.41 7.52 1.86 22 Get Info
Advair Diskus 7.74 6.94 2.7 68 Get Info
Albuterol 7.32 6.56 2.44 69 Get Info
Singulair 5.83 5.61 1.55 42 Get Info
ProAir HFA 1.44 2.73 5.27 25 Get Info
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Effectiveness of ProAir HFA by Condition
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Effectiveness on "Asthma & Breathing Difficulty"
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking ProAir HFA, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 6.5% 9.7% 74.2% 6.5% 3.2%
Balance/Equilibrium 3.1% 6.2% 87.5% 3.1% 0%
Blood Pressure 6.5% 0% 90.3% 3.2% 0%
Breathing 24.3% 10.8% 24.3% 18.9% 21.6%
Confidence 8.8% 5.9% 70.6% 8.8% 5.9%
Coordination/Motor Skills 3.1% 6.2% 81.2% 9.4% 0%
Digestion 6.5% 9.7% 80.6% 3.2% 0%
Emotional Well-being 8.8% 5.9% 64.7% 17.6% 2.9%
Energy 8.8% 8.8% 61.8% 17.6% 2.9%
Eyesight 5.9% 11.8% 82.4% 0% 0%
Memory 3.1% 3.1% 87.5% 3.1% 3.1%
Mental Clarity 8.8% 5.9% 76.5% 8.8% 0%
Pain 3.2% 3.2% 87.1% 6.5% 0%
Patience 9.4% 3.1% 75% 12.5% 0%
Sexual Health 6.2% 3.1% 84.4% 3.1% 3.1%
Skin Complexion 12.1% 3% 75.8% 9.1% 0%
Sleep 6.2% 9.4% 62.5% 12.5% 9.4%
Stress Level 9.1% 12.1% 57.6% 15.2% 6.1%
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Commonly Reported ProAir HFA Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Allergic Reaction 91.2% 0% 2.9% 2.9% 2.9%
Anxiety 62.5% 12.5% 12.5% 12.5% 0%
Blurred Vision 87.5% 0% 0% 0% 12.5%
Breathing Difficulties 50% 25% 0% 12.5% 12.5%
Cold Symptoms 75% 0% 0% 12.5% 12.5%
Diarrhea 87.5% 0% 12.5% 0% 0%
Dizziness 65.7% 17.1% 11.4% 5.7% 0%
Drowsiness 75% 12.5% 0% 0% 12.5%
Dry Mouth 61.8% 14.7% 11.8% 11.8% 0%
Fatigue 65.7% 8.6% 5.7% 14.3% 5.7%
Fever 87.5% 0% 12.5% 0% 0%
Gas 75% 0% 0% 12.5% 12.5%
Headache 70.6% 11.8% 2.9% 8.8% 5.9%
Indigestion 78.1% 3.1% 3.1% 12.5% 3.1%
Irregular Heartbeat 62.5% 0% 25% 12.5% 0%
Irritability / Impatience 69.7% 18.2% 0% 6.1% 6.1%
Mood Swings 87.5% 12.5% 0% 0% 0%
Muscle Cramping 75% 0% 12.5% 12.5% 0%
Nausea 84.8% 9.1% 3% 0% 3%
Nervousness 61.8% 14.7% 14.7% 5.9% 2.9%
Rapid Heartbeat 48% 28% 16% 4% 4%
Sensitivity to Light 87.5% 0% 12.5% 0% 0%
Sexual Dysfunction 87.5% 0% 12.5% 0% 0%
Stomach Ache 75% 12.5% 12.5% 0% 0%
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Less Commonly Reported ProAir HFA Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abnormal / Vivid Dreams 87.5% 6.2% 0% 3.1% 3.1%
Blurred Vision 77.8% 3.7% 7.4% 11.1% 0%
Change in Weight 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Constipation 84.6% 0% 3.8% 7.7% 3.8%
Depression 85.2% 0% 0% 14.8% 0%
Difficulty Urinating 93.8% 0% 3.1% 3.1% 0%
Feelings of Anger / Rage 82.4% 5.9% 2.9% 2.9% 5.9%
Hallucinations 84% 0% 12% 4% 0%
Hyperactivity 81.2% 12.5% 0% 3.1% 3.1%
Indigestion 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping 75.8% 12.1% 3% 3% 6.1%
Mood Swings 80.8% 7.7% 3.8% 3.8% 3.8%
Skin Rash 85.2% 0% 3.7% 3.7% 7.4%
Tremors 76% 8% 12% 4% 0%
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Episodes since taking ProAir HFA
Since taking ProAir HFA Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Hallucination 2.3%
Hospitalization 2.3%
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User Comments about ProAir HFA
14 Nov 2011 I am an asthmatic for over twenty years. The Warrick (white) inhaler which was discontinued was the most effective inhaler that I used. I was given ProAir after the Warrick was discontinued. This is the worst inhaler that I ever used. IT was ineffective and totally useless. I threw it in the garbage and went back to the doctor and told him to write me a prescription for something else. I have been using Ventolin which is much more effective than Proair. Apparently everyone is complaining that it is no good but yet still doctors are prescribing it. Is the Proair company giving kick backs to doctors. How many people have died because they lacked an effective inhaler when an acute attack emerges? My moms doctor says that she can only write prescriptions for Proair. I buy the ventolin for her out of pocket. We ashtmatics need to start a campaign agains this utter piece of garbage this drug company is parading as an inhaler. I will say it one last time as an asthmatic for over twenty years. PRO-AIR IS A AN INEFEECTIVE PIECE OF GARBAGE.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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10 Nov 2011 My son an I used this inhaler, we both hated it not only did it not work but it stopped up and I'd have to clean it out with a alcohol and Q tip every 3 days. Never once had this problem. My dr said that was the only one available bc it's environmental safe. Had to do some searching and found Xopenex HFA-works much much better. :)
   —Posted by Anonymous
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24 Oct 2011 This is a terrible inhaler. I was given this med for Stress induced asthma. It causes my airway to get extremely irritated and creates a lot of brown mucous like a viral effect. Can barely breath. Chest is all full of mucous. Takes days to get over. Will never take this again now that I figures it out.
   —Posted by msdds1
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24 Oct 2011 Did not realize it until now that every time I use this inhaler I get a very bad throat reaction that feels like a cold with a tremendous amount of mucous. Causes me to wheeze and almost cant breath. The mucous is thick and brown. If I stop using it , goes away. Use it again, same thing. This is a terrible drug.
   —Posted by Msdds1
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02 Aug 2011 This is a great inhaler for whenever asthma strikes.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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20 Nov 2011 You are probably not an asthmatic and is representing a drug company. Every single review on this page is anti Proair how come it is good for you. Money in your pocket. People know the truth by reading the reviews. The truth is clear. ProAir is a placebo. All profit for the company and doctors.
   —Posted by Anonymous
24 Oct 2011 LOL.
   —Posted by Not anonymous--Sally.
24 Oct 2011 Anonymous usually means a drug rep.
   —Posted by msdds1



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