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ProAir HFA

Albuterol Sulfate

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3.3
2  Effectiveness
6.5  Side Effects
2.8  Holistic Benefits

RateADrug users have reported 8 ProAir HFA side effects and 2 ProAir HFA 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 8.83 8.21 1.66 18 Get Info
Advair Diskus 7.76 7.06 2.35 58 Get Info
Albuterol 7.35 6.63 2.25 51 Get Info
Singulair 5.74 5.62 1.64 34 Get Info
ProAir HFA 2.09 2.75 5.57 22 Get Info
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Effectiveness of ProAir HFA by Condition
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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 6.2% 18.8% 75% 0% 0%
Balance/Equilibrium 5.9% 11.8% 76.5% 5.9% 0%
Blood Pressure 12.5% 0% 87.5% 0% 0%
Breathing 40.9% 4.5% 22.7% 18.2% 13.6%
Confidence 15.8% 10.5% 63.2% 0% 10.5%
Coordination/Motor Skills 5.9% 11.8% 76.5% 5.9% 0%
Digestion 12.5% 12.5% 75% 0% 0%
Emotional Well-being 15.8% 10.5% 63.2% 10.5% 0%
Energy 15.8% 10.5% 63.2% 10.5% 0%
Eyesight 10.5% 15.8% 73.7% 0% 0%
Memory 5.9% 5.9% 82.4% 5.9% 0%
Mental Clarity 15.8% 10.5% 63.2% 10.5% 0%
Pain 6.2% 6.2% 87.5% 0% 0%
Patience 17.6% 5.9% 64.7% 11.8% 0%
Sexual Health 11.8% 5.9% 76.5% 5.9% 0%
Skin Complexion 22.2% 5.6% 66.7% 5.6% 0%
Sleep 11.8% 11.8% 58.8% 11.8% 5.9%
Stress Level 16.7% 22.2% 50% 11.1% 0%
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Commonly Reported ProAir HFA Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Allergic Reaction 88.2% 0% 5.9% 0% 5.9%
Dizziness 55.6% 16.7% 22.2% 5.6% 0%
Dry Mouth 55.6% 16.7% 16.7% 11.1% 0%
Fatigue 66.7% 11.1% 0% 16.7% 5.6%
Headache 76.5% 5.9% 0% 17.6% 0%
Indigestion 75% 6.2% 6.2% 6.2% 6.2%
Irritability / Impatience 58.8% 23.5% 0% 11.8% 5.9%
Nausea 75% 12.5% 6.2% 0% 6.2%
Nervousness 47.1% 23.5% 17.6% 5.9% 5.9%
Rapid Heartbeat 43.8% 18.8% 25% 6.2% 6.2%
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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 75% 12.5% 0% 6.2% 6.2%
Blurred Vision 72.2% 5.6% 5.6% 16.7% 0%
Change in Weight 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Constipation 82.4% 0% 5.9% 11.8% 0%
Depression 77.8% 0% 0% 22.2% 0%
Difficulty Urinating 87.5% 0% 6.2% 6.2% 0%
Feelings of Anger / Rage 72.2% 5.6% 5.6% 5.6% 11.1%
Hallucinations 81.2% 0% 12.5% 6.2% 0%
Hyperactivity 75% 12.5% 0% 6.2% 6.2%
Indigestion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping 64.7% 11.8% 5.9% 5.9% 11.8%
Mood Swings 76.5% 5.9% 5.9% 5.9% 5.9%
Skin Rash 77.8% 0% 5.6% 5.6% 11.1%
Tremors 68.8% 6.2% 18.8% 6.2% 0%
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Episodes since taking ProAir HFA
Since taking ProAir HFA Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Hallucination 4.3%
Hospitalization 4.3%
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User Comments about ProAir HFA
07 Jul 2010 I do not recommend ProAir HFA because I was unable to experience clear breathing with this drug.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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05 Jun 2010 ProAir is actuially one of the best medications that i had used for asthma. It is more effective and works right away. I think my asthma is getting better by takihng ProAir.
   —Posted by paola
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30 Mar 2010 used ProAir when i had bronchitis to help with any sudden shortness of breath. Was effective in helping me breathe a little easier.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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23 Feb 2010 My personal experience the w/ProAir HFA, is not a favorable one. I am 39 yrs old and have been a life-long Asthma suffferer / survisor! However, within the past few months, my Asthma has gone into what I call an 'active / non-reactive' phase. Very active on the Asthma side and non-reactive to my normal Albuterol Sulfate Inhaler or Solution for my Nebulizer. My Pharmacy interchanged the Albuterol Inh and dispensed the subject inhaler...I was reluctant to use this inhaler, but also wanted to give it a chance. My doctor also prescribed the normal steroid, increase in nebulizer treatments, etc... My 1st attempt at using the inhaler was unsuccessful as well as all other attempts to regain control of my breathing. Unfortunately, this is NOT a course of treatmen that I would recommend as a fast or long-acting inhaler, it did absolutely nothing to bring my breathing or wheezing under control. When re-visiting with my physician, I informed her of the unsuccessful use of ProAir, she then informed me I should not have been transitioned to that inhaler and had received many complaints of its lack of response to many of her patients. I regret not being able to provide a better review; however, apparently we are not alone in sharing the feelings and disatisfaction. God bless you all and I pray that we will continue to find cures for not only Asthma, but all diseases & illness.
   —Posted by Tam
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12 Feb 2010 I had been having a hard time breathing for a few months and, knowing that I had asthma, I decided to get a refill on my inhaler. ProAir HFA helped me finally catch my breath and I've been sleeping much easier and waking up feeling more rested. I also have the energy to get things done and I am no longer out of breath when going up a flight of stairs.
   —Posted by Anonymous
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