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Is Albuterol Rescue Inhaler Used for Allergic Rhinitis?

Allergic rhinitis is the inflammation of mucous membranes in the nose, sinuses, eyes, ear and throat, according to Emedicine.medscape.com. The albuterol rescue inhaler is used to relieve shortness of breath and asthma symptoms. There are times when a person with allergic rhinitis may need to use albuterol.

  1. Significance

    • People who suffer from allergic rhinitis can also have asthma symptoms. In that case, it is important to have the bronchodilator, albuterol, on hand for emergencies.

    Types of Uses

    • A particular allergen like pollen from trees and grass can trigger asthma. In that case, the albuterol rescue inhaler may needed to relieve shortness of breath.

    Other Types of Uses

    • People suffering from allergic rhinitis may, at time, get congestion in their lungs from mucus, according to Biomedcentral.com. The albuterol rescue inhaler can help relieve this common symptom of asthma.

    Effects of Allergies On Colds

    • If left untreated, allergies can sometimes cause sinus or ear infections. These infections can ultimately spread to the lungs and cause asthma or bronchitis. The albuterol rescue inhaler can help relieve asthma symptoms from colds or even the flu.

    Warnings

    • Though the albuterol rescue inhaler can relieve asthma symptoms brought on by allergic rhinitis, overuse can cause certain side effects such as nervousness, increased heart rate and insomnia.

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