DuoNeb vs. Ventolin

Are DuoNeb and Ventolin the Same Thing?

DuoNeb(beclomethasone dipropionate) andVentolin HFA(albuterol sulfateinhalationaerosol) are used to treatasthma.

Ventolin HFA is also used to preventexercise-induced bronchospasm.

DuoNeb and Ventolin HFA belong to different drug classes. DuoNeb is asteroidand Ventolin HFA is a bronchodilator.

Side effectsof DuoNeb and Ventolin HFA that are similar includenausea, vomiting,headache,sore throat, runny orstuffy nose,cough,mouth/throatdryness or irritation, unpleasant味道inthe mouth/changes in taste, orhoarseness.

Side effects of DuoNeb that are different from Ventolin HFA includestomachupset,sinuspain, drynose, or deepened voice.

Side effects of Ventolin HFA that are different from DuoNeb include nervousness, shaking (tremor),palpitations,dizziness,sleepproblems (insomnia),musclepain, ordiarrhea.

DuoNeb may interact with other drugs.

Ventolin HFA may interact withdiuretics(waterpills),digoxin, beta-blockers,antidepressants, MAO inhibitors, or other bronchodilators.

What Are Possible Side Effects of DuoNeb?

Common side effects of DuoNeb include:

  • headache,
  • dizziness,
  • nausea,
  • dry mouth,
  • shaking (tremors),
  • nervousness,
  • constipation, or
  • cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, cough, orsorethroat.

Tell yourdoctorif you have serious side effects of DuoNeb including:

What Are Possible Side Effects of Ventolin?

Common side effects of Ventolin include:

  • nervousness,
  • shaking (tremor),
  • palpitations,
  • headache,
  • mouth/throat dryness or irritation,
  • 咳嗽,
  • hoarseness,
  • sore throat,
  • runny or stuffy nose,
  • nausea,
  • vomiting,
  • dizziness,
  • sleep problems (insomnia),
  • muscle pain,
  • changes in taste, or
  • diarrhea.

Seek medical help immediately if you have rare but serious side effects of Ventolin HFA, including:

What Is DuoNeb?

DuoNeb (ipratropiumbromide andalbuterolsulfate) is a combination of bronchodilators used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezingandshortness of breath) caused by ongoing lungdisease(chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD其中包括bronchitisandemphysema).

What Is Ventolin?

Ventolin HFA (albuterol sulfate inhalation aerosol) is a bronchodilator used to treat or prevent bronchospasm in people with reversible obstructiveairwaydisease. Ventolin HFA is also used to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm. Ventolin HFA is available ingenericform.

What Drugs Interact With DuoNeb?

DuoNeb may interact with certain beta-blockers, such aspropranolol. Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. Tell your doctor all the products you use, includingprescription/nonprescription drugs andherbal产品。

What Drugs Interact With Ventolin?

Ventolin HFA may adversely interact with diuretics (water pills), digoxin, beta-blockers, antidepressants, MAO inhibitors, or other bronchodilators. Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. Duringpregnancy, Ventolin HFA should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if thismedicationpasses intobreast milk. Consult your doctor beforebreastfeeding.

How Should DuoNeb Be Taken?

Two inhalations four times a day, not to exceed 12 inhalations in 24 hours.

How Should Ventolin Be Taken?

The dose of Ventolin HFA for adults and children for treatment ofacuteepisodes of bronchospasm or prevention of symptoms associated with bronchospasm is 2 inhalations repeated every 4 to 6 hours. More frequent administration or a larger number of inhalations is not recommended. For exercise-induced bronchospasm, the dose is 2 inhalations 15 to 30 minutes before exercise.

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References
SOURCE:

FDA. DuoNeb Product Information.

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/020950s032lbl.pdf

GSK. Ventolin Product Information.

https://www.ventolin.com/

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