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Suggest Remedy For Respiratory Distress

If an asthmatic is inhaling paint thinner to get high and has a respiratory distress episode, would it be ideal to administer his Albuterol or will there be some type of negative reaction between the paint thinner fumes and the Albuterol potentially?
Wed, 3 Dec 2014
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Welcome to HCM,

I had gone through your question and understand your concerns


albuterol is a broncho dilator, can be used in broncho constriction secondary to infections or allergens( paint thinners).

Hope, I have answered your query, all the best, take care.
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Suggest Remedy For Respiratory Distress

Hi, Welcome to HCM, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns albuterol is a broncho dilator, can be used in broncho constriction secondary to infections or allergens( paint thinners). Hope, I have answered your query, all the best, take care.