Albuterol Sulfate is among the most common medications used to treat shortness of breath in asthma and COPD. It relaxes the airways to make breathing easier, it may help bring your O2 level up a bit.
Albuterol is classified as a short acting Beta agonist (SABA) drug - it relaxes the muscles in the airways. Is is not addictive. An Albuterol inhaler can typically be used 4-6 times a day as needed.
A consistent level of 94% is at the lower end of oxygen saturation for active pursuits, so I am not surprised you get tired. I do not have COPD, but have lived for many years with asthma (my own & 2 kids.) We have routinely used Albuterol inhalers before and during exercise.
Maybe you could ask your doctor about using Albuterol more frequently and see if it helps your oxygen level and energy? There are also some combination inhalers, with longer-acting meds, that are often prescribed for better long-term symptom control.
Have you asked your doctor for other options?
Sue
