It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Salbu. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Salbu may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Salbu is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Salbu 4mg Tablet
Introduction
Salbu belongs to a group of medicines called fast-acting bronchodilators or “relievers”. It’s used to treat the symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath.
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Uses of Salbu
Asthma
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Side effects of Salbu
Common
Headache
Tremor
Muscle cramp
How to use Salbu
Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs a...
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How Salbu works
Salbu is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
What if you forget to take Salbu?
If you miss a dose of Salbu, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Salbu is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and breathlessness.
The inhalers are called 'reliever' inhalers as they give you quick relief from breathing problems.
Always keep the inhaler upright during loading of the dose and administration steps.
If you feel a slightly sweet tasting powder in your mouth after inhaling, you have received the dose and the active substance has reached yo...
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Always replace the inhaler cap after you have used the inhaler.
Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
If you need to use Salbu more than 3 times a week, it could be a sign that your breathing problem is not well controlled. Talk to your docto...
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Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases or if you experience heart racing, headache, or chest pain.
Brief Description
Indication
Acute severe asthma, Severe bronchospasm
Administration
Tablet/Syrup: Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.
Aerosol Metered-Dose Inhaler
Prime the inhaler before usi...
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Adult Dose
Oral
Acute bronchospasm
Adult: 2-4 mg 3 or 4 times daily, up to 8 mg 3 or 4 times daily.
As modified-release tab: 8 mg bid.
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Child Dose
Oral
Children
Acute bronchospasm
Tablet
Child: 2-6 yr 1-2 mg;
>6-12 yr 2 mg;
>12 yr 2-4 mg 3 or 4 times daily, up to 8 mg 3 or 4 times daily. ...
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Contraindication
Salbuatmol inhaler is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components. Although intravenous Salbutamol, and oc...
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Mode of Action
Salbutamol is a direct-acting sympathomimetic with beta-adrenergic activity and selective action on ?2 receptors, producing bronchodilating effects. I...
>10%
Tremor (20%),Nervousness in children aged 2-6 years (20%),Insomnia in children aged 6-12 years receiving 4-12 mg q12hr (11%)
1-10%
Nausea (1...
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Interaction
Diuretics, corticosteroids and xanthines may augment hypokalaemia. CV effects potentiated by MAOIs, TCAs, sympathomimetics. Increases absorption of su...
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