Specification | |
US Brand Name | Albuterol |
Strength | 100 mcg |
Generic Name | Salbutamol |
Manufacturer | Cipla |
Pharmaceutical Form | Doses |
How
it works
Asthalin hfa inhaler 100 mcg contains an active ingredient namely Salbutamol. It is used to cure asthma and to reverse airways obstruction. It lets the airways to open and makes breathing easier. Also, it does relaxes the muscles and for passage of air in the lungs.
Important
information about Salbutamol
If you stop taking the medicine suddenly, it may let you to be at the reverse position. Even if it is giving good results, don’t stop taking it until and unless the doctor says you to do so. This medicine does not suit everyone. So, you should take it with proper care. Before getting this medicine prescribed, you should tell you medical history to the doctor. Get doctors’ advice right away if you don’t find any improvement in your body. Get your progress checked by regular visiting the doctor.
Dosage
information
Generally, the dosage varies from patient to patient. The quantity of the medicine you should take also depends upon the strength of the chemical used in it. And it also varies depending on the body weight. For adults and children of age over 4 years it is recommended to take 2 puffs after a gap of every 4 to 6 hours. For children less than 4 years, the doctor’s advice is must. If you have diabetes or heart disease, don’t take it at all.
Strengths
available
Asthalin hfa inhaler of 100 mcg.
What
if you miss a dose?
If you realize, you have missed any dose take it immediately if it not the time to take second dose. Never take double dose, if there is no time gap between two dosages, avoid taking one.
What
if you overdose?
If you took excess of medicine, it could be harmful for your body. So, you need to take proper medical advice as soon as possible. Because, its overdose gives very complex result.
Things
to be taken care of
§ Keep it in a close
container
§ Should be kept at room
temperature
§ If it is outdated just
don’t take it
§ Keep it away from moisture,
het and sun light
§ Should not be at the
reach of children
§ Don’t take it for sudden
breathing problems
§ Don’t give it to the
children of age below 2 years
§ Don’t allow anyone else
to take it without doctor’s advice
Side
Effects
It side effects do occur very rarely. But still there is a list of problems which may occur if you are taking it:
§ Dry mouth
§ Headache
§ Nervousness
§ Nausea
§ Tremor
§ Flushing
§ Sweating and irritability
Interaction
with other drugs
A couple of medicines may interact with Salbutamol, like:
§ Digoxin
§ Tricyclic antidepressants
§ Labetalol
§ Dextroamphetamine
§ Epinephrine
§ Atomoxetine
§ Dobutamine