WHO Model List
salbutamol
International nonproprietary name (English: salbutamol). Brand names vary by country.
Indications retained by WHO
Asthma; Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Listed forms and strengths
- Parenteral > General injections > IV: 500 µg per mL in 1 mL ampoule (as sulfate); 500 µg per mL in 5 mL ampoule (as sulfate)
- Respiratory > Inhalation > solution: 100 µg per actuation in pressurized metered dose inhaler (as sulfate); 2.5 mg per 2.5 mL in 2.5 mL ampoule (as sulfate) for use in nebulizers; 5 mg per 2.5 mL in 2.5 mL ampoule (as sulfate) for use in nebulizers; 5 mg per mL in multi-dose bottle (as sulfate) for use in nebulizers
Forms retained in the model list; presentations available in each country may differ.
General information from the WHO list. It replaces neither the prescription nor the leaflet: dosage and duration are for the doctor or pharmacist to decide.
Source: WHO electronic Essential Medicines List (2025 edition), checked on 13/11/2026. An error or an imprecision? Let us know