Levolin 2mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Levosalbutamol 2 mg
Manufacturer
Cipla Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET contains Levosalbutamol which belongs to the group of medicines called Bronchodilators. It is indicated in the management or management of bronchospasm (constriction of airways) in adults, adolescents, and children between 6-11 years old with reversible obstructive airway disease. Your doctor might ask you to take several diagnostic tests before starting the management with LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET. It should be used with caution in patients having cardiovascular disorders (coronary insufficiency, cardiac arrhythmias, and high blood pressure), kidney diseases, epilepsy, overactive thyroid gland, and diabetes. Caution must be exercised while using LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Consult with your doctor before taking. The safety and effectiveness of LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET have not been established in children below 6 years of age. The common
Uses
OF LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET Used to manage bronchospasm (constriction of airways) in reversible obstructive airway disease
How It Works
LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET helps in the management of bronchospasm acts by relaxing the smooth muscle in the bronchial tubes (airway) to increase airflow and relieve shortness of breath by activation of an enzyme which inhibits the release of cells called mast cells which are responsible for causing asthma.
Directions for Use
Take LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Take LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET with food, swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET Used to manage bronchospasm (constriction of airways) in reversible obstructive airway disease HOW LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET WORKSLEVOLIN 2MG TABLET helps in the management of bronchospasm acts by relaxing the smooth muscle in the bronchial tubes (airway) to increase airflow and relieve shortness of breath by activation of an enzyme which inhibits the release of cells called mast cells which are responsible for causing asthma. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Take LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET with food, swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF LEVOLIN 2MG TABLETCOMMON tremors headache palpitations increased heart rate muscle cramps RAREStop taking LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: paradoxical bronchospasm (constriction of airways) cardiovascular effects (changes in heart rate, blood pressure) deterioration of asthmatic symptoms hypersensitivity reactions (urticaria, difficulty in breathing and swelling, rash)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYLEVOLIN 2MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby only if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than possible risk to the foetus. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGLEVOLIN 2MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it is not known if LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET passes through mother’s milk. Consult your doctor before taking it. KIDNEYLEVOLIN 2MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with Kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking. ALLERGYDo not take LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET if you are allergic to Levosalbutamol or any other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASELEVOLIN 2MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases such as coronary insufficiency, irregular heartbeat, and high blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking. OTHERSBefore taking LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET tell your doctor if you have: epilepsy overactive thyroid gland diabetes Use in pediatrics: Safety and effectiveness of LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET has not been established in children under 6 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking. Use in geriatrics: Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the management with LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET depending on your age, health condition and body weight. Kidney function will be monitored. Consult your doctor.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: other short acting bronchodilators such as albuterol, terbutaline (used to manage asthma) beta blockers such as metoprolol, propranolol (used to manage irregular heartbeat), digoxin (used to manage heart diseases) diuretics (water tablets) such as furosemide, chlorothiazide isocarboxazid, tricyclic antidepressants such as nortriptyline, amitriptyline (used to manage depression) halothane, enflurane, isoflurane, desflurane, sevoflurane (used as anaesthetics) corticosteroids (Ex. dexamethasone, hydrocortisone) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The symptoms of overdosage of LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET are fastened heart rate, nervousness, headache, tremor, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, and sleeplessness. SYNOPSIS Drug : Levosalbutamol Pharmacological Category : Beta Agonist Therapeutic Indication : Bronchospasm in Reversible Obstructive Airway Disease Dosage Forms : Tablet, Syrup, Transpules, Respule, Solution, Rotacap, Inhaler, Nexhaler, Inhalation solution MORE INFORMATION Keep LEVOLIN 2MG TABLET out of reach of children Store below at room temperature 30°C
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Last Updated
28 Nov 2022