Ventolin is a medication used in asthmatics, to relieve acute symptoms of asthma. The active ingredient in Ventolin is salbutamol. Salbutamol works by reducing the constriction in your airways which causes asthma.

No, Ventolin can not be bought over the counter, as it is a prescription only medication. This means you need to have a doctor prescribe this. If you have not previously been diagnosed with asthma, it is important to make an appointment with your local GP, so they can safely diagnose your symptoms.

Yes. If you have been previously diagnosed with asthma and prescribed Ventolin, you can use our online service, to get a repeat supply. The online supply of Ventolin is for a patient whose asthma is controlled. If you are finding your asthma is difficult to keep under control, you should continue to see your local doctor for your repeats.

Ventolin is the original branded version of Salbutamol, however both Ventolin and Salamol / Salbutamol inhalers contain the same amount of the active ingredient (Salbutamol 200ug).

After correct inhalation of a Ventolin inhaler, you should notice your asthma symptoms to improve within 5-25 minutes.

If used correctly, you should only use TWO puffs of Ventolin at once, or a maximum of EIGHT puffs over a 24 hour period (over 4 doses). If you find you require your inhaler more frequently, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

Depending on whether you have an evohaler (press and breathe), or an accuhaler (breathe in), the technique and advice for use of your inhaler is different. You can refer to your patient information leaflet, or read our guide on the different inhaler types.

Ventolin works by relaxing muscle around your airways and making it easier for you to breathe.

This depends on the severity of your asthma and how well it is controlled. If your asthma is mild and well controlled, your Ventolin inhaler should last a few months. Other asthma sufferers may find it will only last four or five weeks.