Patient's question:
Does albuterol tablets have any central nervous system? Do they cause gastrointestinal reactions? After a two-year-old child took it, they loved taking naps, had very red mouths, and experienced vomiting. On the twenty-fourth, the child was not in good spirits, didn't want to eat lunch, and had a temperature of 37.8 at 3 PM. After drinking Gan Chong, the symptoms improved. The next afternoon at 5 PM, the temperature rose to 39.8, and after taking ibuprofen and getting an IV drip, the fever returned at 11 PM. They felt better after taking hot water and continued the IV drip for three days, with the temperature stabilizing.Past treatment history and effectiveness: Since the child was one year old, they have had recurrent respiratory diseases and persistent coughing in spring, autumn, winter, and not just in summer. They also experienced recurrent nausea and vomiting. There is no history of allergies. The child's father has had rhinitis for decades. What kind of help is needed: Please provide some good treatment and preventive measures. Thank you.
Doctor's answer:
Albuterol is a selective β2 receptor agonist that selectively activates β2 receptors in the urethral smooth muscle, with a strong bronchodilatory effect. It is used to treat conditions such as bronchial asthma, asthmatic bronchitis, bronchospasm, emphysema, or chronic congestive heart failure. In a few cases, side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, palpitations, and trembling fingers may occur. Long-term use can lead to tolerance, not only reducing efficacy but also potentially worsening asthma. It should be used with caution in patients with cardiovascular insufficiency, coronary artery insufficiency, hypertension, diabetes, and hyperthyroidism.