Product Description:
- Salbutamol is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and
feeling breathless.
- It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways into the lungs,
which makes it easier to breathe. Salbutamol comes in an inhaler
(puffer).
- Salbutamol is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of
breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease).
- It is also used to prevent asthma brought on by exercise.
- It is a quick-relief medication.
- Salbutamol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators.
- It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily.
- Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.
How To Use:
The recommended dose is:
Adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over:
- For the relief of symptoms such as wheezing and shortness of breath
- Either one or two puffs as needed.
- For preventing asthma - Two puffs before exercising 10-15 minutes before exercise
- or exposure to a “trigger”
For regular treatment:
- Two puffs up to 4 times a day
Children (aged 4 to 11 years):
- For the relief of symptoms such as wheezing and shortness of breath-Usually one puff.
- This may increased to two puffs if necessary.
For preventing asthma:
- Usually one puff before exercising.
- This may increased to two puffs if necessary.
For chronic therapy:
- Usually up to two puffs four times daily.
- Children using this inhaler should be supervised by an adult and should use this inhaler
- only as advised by the doctor.
All patients:
- If you have taken a dose of two puffs, then you should wait four hours before
- taking another dose. You should not take more than eight puffs in 24 hours.
- You should check with your doctor or pharmacist about when to use
your inhaler and how many puffs you must use each day if you are not
sure.
- If your usual treatment is not working or you need more than eight puffs per day, please tell your doctor.
- You should not increase your dose without consulting your doctor.
Warnings And Precautions:
Before using Butalin Inhaler, inform your doctor about:
- your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g.
vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases,
and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.).
- Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug.
- Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert.
- Dosage is based on your condition.
- Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.
Important counseling points are listed below:
- Always keep the inhaler upright during the loading of the dose
- Always replace the inhaler cap after use
- Consult your doctor if you have overactive thyroid gland
- Do not use for longer than recommended
- During use, regularly wipe the mouthpiece with a fiber-free tissue
- Hypertensive ischemic heart disease
- Take precaution if you experience chest pains or heart disease
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