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Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Salbutamol
- Manufactured by : Glaxosmithkline
- Drug Strength : 4 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 120s
- Product SKU : pu_pg_23891_33081
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Ventolin tablet contains Salbutamol | belongs to Beta-2 agonist
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How it works
This medicine works by relaxing and opening the blocked air passages leading to the lungs. It improves the amount of air flow to the lungs and makes breathing easier.
Uses of Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Bronchospasm
This medicine is used to relieve the symptoms of bronchospasm such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, breathing difficulties, coughing, etc. in bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, etc.
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Bronchitis
This medicine is used to relieve the symptoms of bronchitis where the walls of the airways swell, making breathing very difficult.
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Emphysema
This medicine is used to treat emphysema, a lung disease that involves damage to the walls of the air sacs (alveoli) of the lung causing shortness of breath.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 5 minutes of inhalation. Upon oral administration, the effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 minutes.
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Duration of Effect
This medicine remains effective for 3-6 hours. The inhalation forms remain effective for a lesser duration in comparison with the oral forms.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks and benefits of use before using this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as the effect on the nursing infant is not clinically established. Your doctor may ask you to discontinue breastfeeding if the use of this medicine is necessary.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s or any other component present along with it.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks and benefits of use before using this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as the effect on the nursing infant is not clinically established. Your doctor may ask you to discontinue breastfeeding if the use of this medicine is necessary.
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Other medicines
Report the use of all medications including herbs and supplements to the doctor before receiving Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s.
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Other diseases
Report the past/present incidence of all diseases including heart and blood vessels disorder, electrolyte imbalance, any disease associated with thyroid and other glands etc to the doctor. All the other conditions should be considered before therapy with this medicine is initiated.
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Hypokalemia
Use of this medicine can cause a decrease in blood potassium levels and hence should be administered with caution in patients suffering from Hypokalemia.
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Paradoxical bronchospasm
Use of this medicine has been associated with worsening of asthma symptoms in some instances. Contact your doctor immediately if breathing becomes more difficult after using this medicine. The use of Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s should stop immediately in such cases.
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Excessive use
It is recommended to use this medicine in prescribed quantities only as excessive use may cause some severe adverse effects and may prove fatal in some cases.
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Milk protein allergy
This medicine should not be used in patients who have a history of allergy to milk proteins.
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Use in elderly
This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly as the risk of adverse effects are significantly high.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.
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Overdose
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. Symptoms of an overdose may include dry mouth, shaking, chest pain, increased heart rate, convulsions, and fainting.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Amitriptyline moderate
- Atenolol moderate
- Ketoconazole moderate
- Mifepristone severe
- Propranolol severe
- Xylometazoline moderate
- Furosemide moderate`
- Hydrochlorothiazide moderate
- Formoterol moderate
- Azithromycin moderate
- Insulin and other anti diabetic medicines moderate
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This medicine should be used with caution if you use mineral oil (castor oil) as a laxative. The risk of adverse effects are significantly high and hence usage should be reported before starting the treatment course with Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s.
General Instructions
Take Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s exactly as prescribed. The prescribed dose form, frequency, and duration of uptake are specific as per your needs. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities or for longer than recommended. Contact your doctor if no visible improvements in symptoms are observed after use.
References
- practo.com - Salbutamol [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/salbutamol-472-api [cited 11 september 2019]. 8 Jan 2018
- medlineplus.gov - Albuterol [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a607004.html [cited 11 september 2019]. 22 August 2019
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - ALBUTEROL [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=808e2b04-9e84-440a-b00e-2cbe858041da [cited 11 september 2019]. November 27, 2007
- drugbank.ca - Salbutamol [Internet]. Available from: https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01001 [cited 11 september 2019]. September 11, 2019
How to use Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s
For broncho-dilatation: Dilute 5 mg with 500 mL dextrose 5% or sodium chloride 0.9%; For premature labour: Dilute with dextrose 5% to a conc. of 200 mcg/mL for use in a syringe pump or for other infusion methods (preferably via controlled infusion device), dilute to a conc. of 20 mcg/mL; close attention to patient’s fluid & electrolyte status essential.
Compatibility: 0.9% NS, 5% dextrose, D5W/NS.
Stability: Store below 30°C. Protect from light.
what are the adverse effects of Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s?
Fine tremor, feeling of tension, headache, tachycardia, peripheral vasodilation.
What happens if I miss a dose of Ventolin tablet 4 mg 120’s?
ORAL: Bronchial complaints: Adults: 2-4 mg three or four times daily.
Children: Under 2 yr, not recommended; 2-6 yr, 1-2 mg; 6-12 yr, 2 mg; 12-18 yr, 4 mg. All three or four times daily.
INJECTION: Severe bronchospasm and status asthmatic: Adults: 8 mcg/kg SC or IM four hourly, or 4 mcg/kg by slow IV inj repeated if necessary.
Uncomplicated premature labour: By IV Inf or IV Inj or IM Inj: Adults: 100-250 mcg. The dose may be repeated according to the response of the patient. Once the uterine contractions have ceased, maintenance therapy can be continued with Salbutamol Tab 4 mg given three or four times daily.
Children: Management of Acute Asthma: By IV injection over 5 minutes: 1 mth-2 yr, 5 mcg/kg as a single dose; 2-18 yr, 15 mcg/kg, max 250 mcg as a single dose. Continuous IV infusion; 1 mth-18 yr, 1-2 mcg/kg/minute, adjusted according to response and heart rate up to 5 mcg/kg/minute; doses above 2 mcg/kg/minute should be given in an intensive care setting.
Severe hyperkalaemia: IV injection over 5 minutes: Neonate, 4 mcg/kg as a single dose; repeat if necessary; 1 mth-18 yr, 4 mcg/kg as a single dose; repeat if necessary.
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