Arolax 2 mg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levosalbutamol oral |
| Company | Navana pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of bronchospasm in adults, adolescents, and children 6 years and older
Pharmacology
- Levosalbutamol is a single isomer beta 2-agonist
- Mechanism of action is unimpeded by (S)-salbutamol
- Clinically comparable bronchodilation with fewer side effects
Dosage & Administration
- Tablet dosage for adults and adolescents above 12 years
- Tablet dosage for children (6-11 years)
- Syrup dosage for adults
- Syrup dosage for children (6-11 years)
Interaction
- Caution with other short-acting sympathomimetic bronchodilators or epinephrine
- Adrenergic drug caution to avoid cardiovascular effects
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to levosalbutamol or its components
Side Effects
- Hypocalcemia
- Palpitation
- Fine tremors of skeletal muscle
- Muscle cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Burning substernal or epigastric pain
- Diarrhea
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Consideration of use during pregnancy
- Caution when administered to a nursing woman
Precautions & Warnings
- Particular caution advised in acute severe asthma
- Potentiation by hypoxia and concomitant xanthine derivatives, steroids, and diuretics
- Monitoring of serum potassium levels in certain situations
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of excessive beta-adrenergic stimulation
- Symptoms listed under side effects
- Stomach emptying in the event of serious poisoning
- Caution with beta-blocker administration in patients with a history of bronchospasm
Therapeutic Class
- Short-acting selective & β2-adrenoceptor stimulants
Storage Conditions
- Keep out of reach of children
- Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light