Unusual vascular reactions to albuterol.
Two patients experienced previously undescribed vascular reactions to albuterol sulfate inhalation. Features of the first reaction suggest mast-cell degranulation and were reversed by epinephrine. The second patient experienced severe postural hypotension corresponding to albuterol's duration of action. Vasoactive mediators or unusual vascular sensitivity to beta 2-drugs may be implicated in these reactions.
D000328:Adult; D000420:Albuterol / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001986:Bronchial Spasm / Q000188:drug therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007024:Hypotension, Orthostatic / Q000139:chemically induced*; D008297:Male
D000420:Albuterol