Salbair Transhaler 250Md
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Levosalbutamol 50 mcg
Manufacturer
Lupin Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT SALBAIR TRANSHALERSALBAIR TRANSHALER 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 4 years of age and older with reversible obstructive airway disease. Your doctor might ask you to take several diagnostic tests before starting the management with SALBAIR TRANSHALER. 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 SALBAIR TRANSHALER in pregnant and breast-feeding women. Consult with your doctor before using. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before using SALBAIR TRANSHALER. It should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any
Uses
OF SALBAIR TRANSHALER Used to manage bronchospasm (constriction of airways) in reversible obstructive airway disease
How It Works
SALBAIR TRANSHALER helps in the management of bronchospasm acts by relaxing smooth muscle in the bronchial tubes (airway) to increase air flow 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
Use SALBAIR TRANSHALER as advised by your physician. It is for oral inhalational use only. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of SALBAIR TRANSHALER for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
SALBAIR TRANSHALER Used to manage bronchospasm (constriction of airways) in reversible obstructive airway disease HOW SALBAIR TRANSHALER WORKSSALBAIR TRANSHALER helps in the management of bronchospasm acts by relaxing smooth muscle in the bronchial tubes (airway) to increase air flow 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 USEUse SALBAIR TRANSHALER as advised by your physician. It is for oral inhalational use only. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of SALBAIR TRANSHALER for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF SALBAIR TRANSHALERRAREStop using SALBAIR TRANSHALER and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: sudden shortness of breath (constriction of airways) asthma getting worsen severe allergic rection presenting as swelling of the face, throat or tongue, hives, rash, breathing problems heart problems (changes in heart rate or blood pressure) low potassium levels in blood
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYSALBAIR TRANSHALER should be used with caution in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby as safety and effectiveness to the baby and mother has not been established yet. Dose will be adjusted by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using it. BREASTFEEDINGSALBAIR TRANSHALER should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it is not known if SALBAIR TRANSHALER passes through mother’s milk. Consult your doctor before using it. KIDNEYSALBAIR TRANSHALER should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before using it. ALLERGYDo not use SALBAIR TRANSHALER if you are allergic to Levosalbutamol or any other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASESALBAIR TRANSHALER should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases such as coronary insufficiency, irregular heartbeat, and high blood pressure. Consult your doctor before using. OTHERSBefore using SALBAIR TRANSHALER tell your doctor if you have: epilepsy thyroid problems diabetes Use in pediatrics: Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before using SALBAIR TRANSHALER. Use in geriatrics: SALBAIR TRANSHALER should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age. Kidney function will be monitored. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, health condition and body weight. Consult your doctor for advice.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before using SALBAIR TRANSHALER 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 disease) diuretics (water medicine) such as furosemide, chlorothiazide MAO inhibitors such as isocarboxazid, tricyclic antidepressants such as nortriptyline, amitriptyline (used to manage depression) halothane, enflurane, isoflurane, desflurane, sevoflurane (used as anaesthetics) corticosteroids (anti-inflammatory drug Ex. dexamethasone, hydrocortisone) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of SALBAIR TRANSHALER, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The symptoms of overdosage of SALBAIR TRANSHALER are fastened heart rate, nervousness, headache, tremor, nausea, dry mouth, palpitation, 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 SALBAIR TRANSHALER out of reach of children Store below at room temperature 30°C
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Last Updated
26 Nov 2022