Inhaler guide

ProAir HFA

Albuterol sulfate inhalation aerosol · short-acting beta2-agonist (SABA)

PATIENT GUIDE

About ProAir HFA

ProAir HFA is a short-acting beta2-agonist bronchodilator (SABA). It relaxes tight muscles in the airways and can provide quick relief of coughing, shortness of breath, and wheezing.

Indication

Treatment or prevention of bronchospasm in people age 4 years and older with reversible obstructive airway disease, and prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm.

ProAir HFA inhaler
HOW TO USE

Metered-dose inhaler technique

This video demonstrates the closed-mouth technique for using a metered-dose inhaler.

Watch the inhaler-technique video on YouTube

Current labeled dosing

For treatment or prevention of bronchospasm in adults and children 4 years and older: 2 inhalations every 4 to 6 hours. In some patients, 1 inhalation every 4 hours may be sufficient. For exercise-induced bronchospasm: 2 inhalations 15 to 30 minutes before exercise. Use exactly as directed by your healthcare provider.

MEDICATION DETAILS

Strength and device

Strength

90 mcg albuterol base per actuation.

Device

Metered-dose inhalation aerosol with dose counter.

Important

ProAir HFA should be used only with the actuator supplied with the product. Follow the patient instructions for priming, cleaning, storage, and replacement of the inhaler.

COST & ACCESS

Financial support

Branded ProAir HFA has been discontinued by its manufacturer, so there is no current ProAir HFA manufacturer savings card to link here.

No current ProAir HFA manufacturer savings card is being linked here.

The branded ProAir HFA product was discontinued by its manufacturer. If cost is a concern, ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider which albuterol HFA product is being dispensed and whether that product has a current manufacturer savings or assistance program.

RESOURCES

Patient information

Return to the inhaler directory