Albuterol side effects

List of side effects
Most frequent side effects Rare side effects Side effects of sympathomimetic agents Effect on dosage

Most frequent side effects
In clinical trials, the most frequent adverse reactions to Albuterol tablets were (percent incidence): Return to top
 * Central nervous system: nervousness (20%), tremor (20%), headache (7%), sleeplessness (2%), weakness (2%), dizziness (2%), drowsiness (<1%), restlessness (<1%), irritability (<1%)
 * Cardiovascular: tachycardia (5%), palpitations (5%), chest discomfort (<1%), flushing (<1%)
 * Musculoskeletal: muscle cramps (3%)
 * Gastrointestinal: nausea (2%)
 * Genitourinary: difficulty in micturition (<1%)

Rare side effects
Rare cases of urticaria, angioedema, rash, bronchospasm, and oropharyngeal edema have been reported after the use of Albuterol. Return to top

Side effects of sympathomimetic agents
Albuterol, like other sympathomimetic agents, can cause adverse reactions such as hypertension, angina, vomiting, vertigo, central nervous system stimulation, unusual taste, and drying or irritation of the oropharynx. Return to top

Effect on dosage
The reactions are generally transient in nature, and it is usually not necessary to discontinue treatment with Albuterol tablets. In selected cases, however, dosage may be reduced temporarily; after the reaction has subsided, dosage should be increased in small increments to the optimal dosage. Return to top