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Is Inhaler The Same?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Syracuse, NY

Have been using ProAir once a day and works well, now my insurance is switching me to a generic Albuterol Sulfate HFA--can anyone tell me if this will be the same as using ProAir?

April 3, 2019
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Proair is a rescue inhaler; the main ingredient is albuterol, so the generic inhaler prescribed will be basically the same. Check with your doc or pharmacist to confirm.

April 3, 2019
A MyCOPDTeam Member

My Dr. originally prescribed Ventolin but insurance would not cover it--went to Proair for 1 prescription, then forced to the generic that I mentioned.

April 3, 2019
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I went from Proair to Ventolin and it worked the same for me. Ventolin is a sulfate HFA. Proair is a short term inhaler I can use mine every four hours as needed. I also use long term inhalers. I'm not sure how it will work for you everyone is different.

April 3, 2019

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