albuterol

al·bu·te·rol

noun \al-ˈbyü-tə-ˌrȯl, -ˌrōl\

Definition of ALBUTEROL

: a beta-agonist bronchodilator that is administered in the form of its sulfate (C₁₃H₂₁NO₃)₂·H₂SO₄ as an inhalational aerosol or as a tablet to treat bronchospasm associated especially with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease—called also salbutamol; see combivent, proventil, ventolin