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In 1980, in the United States under the brand name Ventolin came the introduction of Salbutamol (also called albuterol sulfate). It has since been widely adopted as a remedy for asthma attacks and is accessible, in inhalable and oral formats alike. Some known brands are Aerolin,Miracle Air,Asthalin,Ventolin and Salamol.Salbutamol is part of the  beta 2 adrenergic agonists category. It works by relaxing airway to relieve bronchial obstruction. Besides its purpose Salmeterol has become popular, in bodybuilding circles for its benefits,such, as assisting in weight loss.Similar to clenbuterol, another beta-2 agonist, salbutamol may stimulate fat burning by increasing metabolic activity through beta-2 receptor activation. It has become appealing to athletes looking to reduce body fat; however its main purpose still lies in treating respiratory issues. 

References:

Llewellyn, W. (2017). William Llewellyn's Anabolics.
United States: Molecular Nutrition, LLC.

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What is Salbutamol?
Salbutamol is a medication known as albuterol sulfate that works as a beta ₂ agonist and was first available, in the United States in 1980, under the brand name Ventolin; it is frequently prescribed for managing sudden asthma episodes and narrowing of the bronchial tubes.
References:

Llewellyn, W. (2017). William Llewellyn's Anabolics.
United States: Molecular Nutrition, LLC.

How is Salbutamol given to patients?
Salbutamol can be taken either through inhalation or orally with inhalers being the preferred method, for alleviating bronchial constriction during asthma attacks.
References:

Llewellyn, W. (2017). William Llewellyn's Anabolics.
United States: Molecular Nutrition, LLC.

Under what brand names is Salbutamol sold?
Salbutamol is available, for purchase under brand names such as Ventolin, Aerolin, Airomir Asthalin Proventill and Salamol, among others.
References:

Llewellyn, W. (2017). William Llewellyn's Anabolics.
United States: Molecular Nutrition, LLC.