Asmalin 100 mcg/puff (Inhaler)
200 metered doses: ৳ 250.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
---|---|
Generic | Salbutamol inhaler |
Company | Aristopharma ltd |
Indications
- Bronchospasm
- Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm
- Treatment of reversible airway obstruction
- Prevention of bronchial asthma
- Treatment of bronchitis and emphysema
Pharmacology
- Selective β2-adrenoceptor agonist
- Short-acting bronchodilatation
- Fast onset of action
- Anti-inflammatory effect on mast cells
- Inhibition of release of bronchoconstrictor mediators
Dosage
- Oral inhalation administration
- Relief of acute episodes of bronchospasm
- Preventive use for allergen or exercise-induced bronchospasm
- Chronic therapy dosages
- Instructions for cleaning inhaler
Administration
- Correct use of Inhaler
- Guidelines for effective inhaler use
- Steps for effective inhaler use
- Instructions for cleaning inhaler
Interaction
- Interaction with non-selective beta-blocking drugs
- Potential hypokalaemia with β2-agonist therapy
- Caution with concomitant treatment with xanthine derivatives and steroids
- Monitoring serum potassium levels
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to salbutamol or any other components
Side Effects
- Tremors
- Anxiety
- Muscle cramps
- Headache
- Palpitation
- Increase in heart rate
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Mouth and throat irritation
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category C
- Use during pregnancy if potential benefit justifies potential risk
- Caution for nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Paradoxical bronchospasm
- Cardiovascular effects
- Immediate hypersensitivity reactions
- Caution in patients with underlying cardiovascular disorders
- Caution in patients with convulsive disorders, hyperthyroidism, or diabetes
Use in Special Populations
- Established safety and effectiveness in children 4 years of age and older
Therapeutic Class
- Short-acting selective & β2-adrenoceptor stimulants
Storage Conditions
- Pressurized canister
- Storage below 30°C
- Do not freeze
- Keep away from sunlight and heat
- Safety precautions for handling