ChEBI: Albuterol is a member of the class of phenylethanolamines that is 4-(2-amino-1-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)phenol having a tert-butyl group attached to the nirogen atom. It acts as a beta-adrenergic agonist used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It has a role as a bronchodilator agent, a beta-adrenergic agonist, an environmental contaminant and a xenobiotic. It is a member of phenylethanolamines, a secondary amino compound and a member of phenols.
