Letol 1 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 40.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levosalbutamol oral |
| Company | Globe pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of bronchospasm in adults
- Prevention of bronchospasm in adults
- Treatment of bronchospasm in adolescents
- Treatment of bronchospasm in children 6 years and older
Pharmacology
- Levosalbutamol as a single isomer beta 2-agonist
- Mechanism of action as an effective bronchodilator
- Difference from racemic salbutamol
- Clinically comparable bronchodilation with fewer 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 short-acting sympathomimetic bronchodilators
- Caution with epinephrine
- Warning about additional adrenergic drugs
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to levosalbutamol or its components
Side Effects
- Possible hypocalcemia
- Possible palpitation
- Possibility of fine skeletal muscle tremors
- Potential for muscle cramps
- Likely side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use in pregnancy if potential benefit justifies risk
- Unknown excretion in human milk
- Caution during administration to nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Particular caution in acute severe asthma
- Potential potentiation by hypoxia and concomitant treatments
- Serum potassium level monitoring in specific situations
Overdose Effects
- Expectation of excessive beta-adrenergic stimulation
- Symptoms listed under side effects in case of over dosage
- Recommended actions in case of serious poisoning
Therapeutic Class
- Belongs to short-acting selective & β2-adrenoceptor stimulants
Storage Conditions
- Keep out of reach of children
- Store in a cool and dry place
- Protection from light