The generic name for ProAir RespiClick is albuterol sulfate [1]. It is a quick-relief bronchodilator used to treat or prevent bronchospasm in people with reversible obstructive airway disease, such as asthma, and to treat exercise-induced bronchospasm [2].
When was albuterol sulfate first approved?
Albuterol sulfate was first approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1981 [3].
What is the difference between ProAir HFA and ProAir RespiClick?
ProAir HFA and ProAir RespiClick both contain albuterol sulfate, but they differ in their delivery devices. ProAir HFA uses a metered-dose inhaler (MDI) that requires coordination between pressing the canister and inhaling. ProAir RespiClick is a dry powder inhaler (DPI) that is breath-actuated, meaning it releases medication when the user inhales, simplifying the inhalation process [4].
Who makes generic albuterol sulfate inhalers?
Several pharmaceutical companies manufacture generic albuterol sulfate inhalers. Teva Pharmaceuticals is one such manufacturer. Other generic versions of albuterol sulfate inhalers are available on the market [5].
What is the patent status of ProAir RespiClick?
The patents related to ProAir RespiClick, including those for its breath-actuated dry powder inhaler technology, have been a subject of legal challenges and litigation. For detailed information on patent expiry and challenges, resources like DrugPatentWatch.com can provide up-to-date data [6].
Can you get albuterol sulfate for free?
While albuterol sulfate inhalers are prescription medications, various patient assistance programs and discount cards may be available from manufacturers or through pharmacies to help reduce the cost for eligible individuals [7].