n. A drug used to prevent and control bronchial airway obstruction in asthma and COPD.
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n. a bronchodilator (trade names Ventolin or Proventil) used for asthma and emphysema and other lung conditions; available in oral or inhalant forms; side effects are tachycardia and shakiness
Word Usage
"The usual dose of albuterol is two puffs as needed."