Proventil and Pulmozyme

• Generic Name: albuterol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Proventil HFA, ProAir HFA, ProAir RespiClick, Ventolin HFA, Accuneb, ProAir Digihaler, Proventil, VoSpire ER

Proventil (albuterol) is a bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air flow to the lungs.

Proventil HFA is used to treat or prevent bronchospasm in people with reversible obstructive airway disease. It is also used to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm.

Proventil is for use in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.

• Generic Name: dornase alfa
• Dosage Forms: inhalation solution
• Other Brand Names: Pulmozyme

Pulmozyme is a synthetic protein that breaks down excess DNA in the pulmonary secretions of people with cystic fibrosis.

Pulmozyme is used to improve lung function in people with cystic fibrosis by thinning pulmonary secretions and reducing the risk of respiratory tract infections.

Pulmozyme may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.