Best beta2-Adrenergic Agonist for bronchial spasm
Top-rated pick: Xopenex Hfa — pharmaranks score 58/100, the highest of the 7 beta2-Adrenergic Agonist drugs used for bronchial spasm, ranked by our independent FDA recall-safety score. Compare them with all treatments for bronchial spasm or the full beta2-Adrenergic Agonist class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Quick answer: Of the 7 beta2-adrenergic agonist drugs we rate for bronchial spasm, all are available as lower-cost generics, and most are spray/inhaler. Our ranking reflects each drug’s FDA recall-safety record — not clinical effectiveness for bronchial spasm; the right choice depends on your situation, so confirm it with your prescriber.
How beta2-adrenergic agonist work
Beta2-adrenergic agonists bind to beta-2 receptors on the muscle that wraps the airways, triggering a signal (via cAMP) that relaxes that muscle. The airways widen, making it easier to breathe in conditions like asthma and COPD.
Other drug classes for bronchial spasm
Top beta2-adrenergic agonist for bronchial spasm: 1. Xopenex Hfa · 2. Levalbuterol Hydrochloride · 3. Perforomist
| # | Drug | Rating | Type | Form | Generic? | Pharmacy pays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58/100 | Prescription | Spray/Inhaler | Generic | $0 | View → | |
| 2 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Solution | Generic | $0 | View → | |
| 3 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Solution | Generic | $2 | View → | |
| 4 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Spray/Inhaler | Generic | $11 | View → | |
| 5 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Spray/Inhaler | Generic | $11 | View → | |
| 6 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Powder | Generic | $11 | View → | |
| 7 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Spray/Inhaler | Generic | $11 | View → |
Full ranking · 7 drugs
xopenex hfa
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Xopenex Hfa (Levalbuterol Tartrate) is a beta2-adrenergic agonist used to treat Bronchial Spasm.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.26· 3 formslevalbuterol hydrochloride
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Levalbuterol Hydrochloride is a beta2-adrenergic agonist used to treat Bronchial Spasm.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.26· 3 formsperforomist
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Perforomist (Formoterol Fumarate) is a beta2-adrenergic agonist used to treat Asthma, Bronchial Spasm.
Pharmacy pays
$1.51 /mL
Save up to 82% in classproair digihaler
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Proair Digihaler (Albuterol Sulfate) is a beta2-adrenergic agonist used to treat Asthma, Bronchial Spasm.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$7.68/30· 3 formsproair hfa
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Proair Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) is a beta2-adrenergic agonist used to treat Asthma, Bronchial Spasm.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$7.68/30· 3 formsproair respiclick
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Proair Respiclick (Albuterol Sulfate) is a beta2-adrenergic agonist used to treat Asthma, Bronchial Spasm.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$7.68/30· 3 formsproventil-hfa
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Proventil-Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) is a beta2-adrenergic agonist used to treat Asthma, Bronchial Spasm.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$7.68/30· 3 formsFrequently asked
- What is the best beta2-adrenergic agonist for bronchial spasm?
- By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — xopenex hfa ranks highest among beta2-Adrenergic Agonist drugs used for bronchial spasm. Always consult a professional.
- Which beta2-adrenergic agonist drugs treat bronchial spasm?
- pharmaranks lists 7 beta2-Adrenergic Agonist products used for bronchial spasm, per NIH RxClass drug-classification data — each independently rated and ranked above.
- How are these ranked?
- By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.