Brodil 100 mcg/puff (Inhaler)
200 metered doses: ৳ 250.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Salbutamol inhaler |
| Company | Aci limited |
Indications
- Treatment of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma
- Prevention of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma
- Treatment of reversible airway obstruction associated with bronchitis
- Treatment of reversible airway obstruction associated with emphysema
- Relief of acute dyspnoea
- Prophylactic use before exertion
- Preventive use before exposure to allergens
Pharmacology
- Selective β2-adrenoceptor agonist
- Acts on the β2-adrenoceptors of bronchial smooth muscle
- Little or no action on the β1-adrenoceptors of cardiac muscle
- Provides short-acting (4-6 hours) bronchodilatation
- Fast onset (within 5 minutes) in reversible airway obstruction
- Anti-inflammatory effect on mast cells
Dosage
- Administered by oral inhalation only
- Shake well before each spray
- Maximum dose for adults: up to 8 puffs in 24 hours
- Maximum dose for children: half the adult dose
- Chronic therapy dose for adults: up to 200 mcg (2 puffs) four times daily
- Chronic therapy dose for children: up to 200 mcg (2 puffs) four times daily
Administration
- Recommended techniques for effective use of Inhaler
- Instructions for using Inhaler
- Instructions for cleaning Inhaler
Interaction
- Not to be prescribed with non-selective beta-blocking drugs
- Potentially serious hypokalaemia may result from β2-agonist therapy
- Caution advised in acute severe asthma with concomitant treatment with xanthine derivatives, steroids, diuretics, and by hypoxia
- Monitoring of serum potassium levels recommended
Contraindications
- History of hypersensitivity to salbutamol or any other components of Salbutamol inhaler
Side Effects
- Tremors
- Anxiety
- Muscle cramps
- Headache
- Palpitation
- Compensatory small increase in heart rate
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Mouth and throat irritation
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category C
- Recommended caution during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Paradoxical bronchospasm
- Cardiovascular effects
- Immediate hypersensitivity reactions
- Caution in patients with convulsive disorders, hyperthyroidism, or diabetes mellitus
- Caution in patients unusually responsive to sympathomimetic amines
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness in children over 4 years of age
Therapeutic Class
- Short-acting selective & β2-adrenoceptor stimulants
Storage Conditions
- Pressurized canister
- Store below 30°C
- Do not freeze
- Keep away from eyes and children
- To be dispensed only by prescription of a registered physician