Salpium (100 mcg+20 mcg)/puff (Inhaler)

200 metered doses: ৳ 250.76

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Salbutamol ipratropium inhaler
Company	Acme laboratories ltd

Indications

indicated for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
for patients requiring a second bronchodilator
regular aerosol bronchodilator

Pharmacology

combination of Salbutamol and Ipratropium Bromide
short acting beta2-adrenergic bronchodilator
anticholinergic bronchodilator
hydrofluoroalkane (HFA) based inhaler
environment friendly inhaler
does not contain chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)
maximizes treatment response in COPD patients

Dosage

2 puffs 4 times a day
total puffs in 24 hours should not exceed 12

Administration

requires correct and regular use for preventing asthma attacks
inhaler usage steps
instructions for cleaning inhaler

Interaction

use with sympathomimetic bronchodilators and steroids
caution with co-administration of anticholinergic agents
extreme caution with certain medications

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to Soya-Lecithin or related food products
hypersensitivity to atropine or its derivatives

Side Effects

mild tremor and headache (Salbutamol)
muscle cramp, hypersensitivity reactions (Ipratropium Bromide)

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy category B for Ipratropium Bromide
Pregnancy category C for Salbutamol
requires cautious use during pregnancy and lactation

Use in Special Populations

caution in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma
use with caution in patients with prostatic hypertrophy or bladder-neck obstruction
use with caution in patients with convulsive disorders and hyperthyroidism

Overdose Effects

overdosage related to Salbutamol Sulphate
manifestations may include anginal pain, hypertension, hypokalemia, and tachycardia

Therapeutic Class

Combined bronchodilators

Storage Conditions

avoid puncturing, breaking, or incinerating the canister
store in a cool and dry place
keep away from children and eyes

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