Primatene Mist is used the most for patients who have problems with asthma and bronchial asthma. It can be purchased over the counter. This medication can help with bringing fast relief to the breathing passages that might be clogged. Within 15 seconds patients can feel the relief from taking this medication.

It helps to treat chest tightness, wheezing that might be caused from asthma, breathing problems, emphysema and shortness of breath. The stimulant is an alpha and beta receptor. Patients should avoid doing two doses together if one dose is missed.

Side Effects With Primatene Mist Include But Not Limited To:

- nausea
- loss of appetite
- headache
- fast heartbeat
- problems with sleeping
- nervousness
- tremors

Severe side effects include:

- itching
- tightness with the chest
- wheezing
- hives
- itching
- mouth swelling

These are not all of the side effects that might happen when taking Primatene Mist. If patients start noticing anything out of the ordinary while taking this drug they should contact the doctor right away. The symptoms should get better but if they do not the doctor should also be notified to see what the problem might be and if the patient should be on another drug.