Salmol 4 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 0.40 (100's pack: ৳ 40.00)

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Salbutamol
Company Medimet pharmaceuticals ltd
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Indications

  • Asthma
  • Chronic Bronchitis
  • Emphysema
  • Airways Obstruction

Pharmacology

Sympathomimetic agent with beta-2 adrenergic activity

Dosage & Administration

  • Salbutamol Tablet/Syrup:
    • Children:
      • 2-6 years: 2.5 ml syrup, 3-4 times daily
      • 6-12 years: 5 ml syrup, 3-4 times daily
      • Over 12 years: 5-10 ml syrup, 3-4 times daily
      • 2-4 mg tablet, 3-4 times daily
    • Adults: 2-4 mg tablet, 3-4 times daily
  • Salbutamol Respirator Solution:
    • Adults: 0.5 ml-1.0 ml up to four times a day
    • Children: 0.5 ml diluted to 2.0-4.0 ml with normal saline
  • Salbutamol Nebulizer Solution:
    • Adults & Elderly: 2.5 mg to 5 mg up to 4 times a day
    • Children under 12 years: 2.5 mg up to 4 times a day
  • Salbutamol Injection:
    • Adults: Intravenous infusion solution with recommended diluents and rates
    • Children & Adolescents: Insufficient data for recommended dosage regimen
  • Salbutamol Inhalation Capsule:
    • Adults: Relief of bronchospasm and maintenance therapy
    • Children: Relief of acute bronchospasm and routine maintenance or prophylactic therapy
  • Excercise-induced Asthma:
    • Adults: 400 microgram
    • Child: 200 microgram, 15-30 minutes prior to physical exertion

Side Effects

  • Tremor of skeletal muscles
  • Palpitations
  • Muscle cramps
  • Tachycardia
  • Headaches
  • Peripheral vasodilatation

Pregnancy & Lactation

Use with caution, potential risk to fetus, potential of tumorigenicity

Precautions & Warnings

  • Caution in patients with hyperthyroidism
  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Occlusive vascular disorders
  • Hypertension
  • Aneurysms
  • Hypokalaemia
  • Tachyphylaxis
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Glaucoma
  • Antihypertensive therapy

Overdose Effects

  • Angina
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Tremor

Therapeutic Class

Short-acting selective & β2-adrenoceptor stimulants

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C, away from light & moisture, Keep out of reach of children

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