Leobutol 1 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levosalbutamol oral |
| Company | Union pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of bronchospasm
- Prevention of bronchospasm
- Reversible obstructive airway disease
Pharmacology
- Single isomer beta 2-agonist
- Primary mechanism of action
- Bronchodilation effect
- Lessened beta-mediated side effects
Dosage & Administration
- Tablet dosage for adults and adolescents
- Tablet dosage for children (6-11 years)
- Syrup dosage for adults
- Syrup dosage for children (6-11 years)
Interaction
- Caution with other sympathomimetic bronchodilators
- Caution with epinephrine
- Caution with adrenergic drugs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity contraindication
Side Effects
- Hypocalcaemia
- Palpitation
- Tremors
- Muscle cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Epigastric pain
- Diarrhoea
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use during pregnancy
- Potential risk of the fetus
- Excretion in human milk
- Caution for nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in acute severe asthma
- Caution with xanthine derivatives
- Caution with steroids
- Caution with diuretics
- Serum potassium monitoring
Overdose Effects
- Excessive beta-adrenergic stimulation
- Symptoms of overdose
- Stomach emptying for serious poisoning
- Caution with beta-blocker
Therapeutic Class
- Short-acting selective & β2-adrenoceptor stimulants
Storage Conditions
- Keep out of reach of children
- Store in cool and dry place
- Protect from light