Salbutamol is a short-acting beta2-adrenergic receptor agonist used to treat conditions like asthma and COPD by relaxing bronchial smooth muscles. It has a half-life of 1.6 hours and is metabolized in the liver and excreted renally. Common brand names include Ventolin. While it is used to treat bronchospasm, it can cause side effects like tremors, anxiety, and tachycardia. It is a prohibited substance in some sports due to concerns it may improve performance, though studies show no clear evidence of this.