Description
Ventolin Expectorant Specification
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Generics
Guaiphenesin , Salbutamol
Used For
Asthma
How it works
Salbutamol is a selective beta2 adrenoceptor agonist. At therapeutic doses it acts on the beta2 adrenoceptors of bronchial muscle providing short acting (4 to 6 hour) bronchodilation in reversible airways obstruction. Guaifenesin is used to treat coughs and congestion caused by the common cold, bronchitis, and other breathing illnesses.
Ventolin Expectorant Usage And Safety
Dosage
Guaiphenesin , Salbutamol
Side Effects
Immune system disorders – Very rare: Hypersensitivity reactions including angioedema, urticaria, bronchospasm, hypotension and collapse.Metabolism and nutrition disorders – Rare: Hypokalaemia. Potentially serious hypokalaemia may result from beta2 agonist therapy.Nervous system disorders – Very common: Tremor. Common: Headache. Very rare: Hyperactivity.Cardiac disorders – Common: Tachycardia, palpitations. Rare: Cardiac arrhythmias including atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia and extrasystoles.Vascular disorders- Rare: Peripheral vasodilatation.Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders – Common: Muscle cramps. Very rare: Feeling of muscle tension.
Drug Interactions
It may interact with Propranolol , monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) , digoxin , theophylline or aminophylline) , prednisolone , (such as frusemide) , such as insulin, metformin or glibenclamide .
Indication
Salbutamol are indicated for the relief of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma of all types, chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Guaiphenesin is an expectorant.
When not to Use
It is contra-indicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of their components. Non-i.v. formulations must not be used to arrest uncomplicated premature labour or threatened abortion.
Ventolin Expectorant Precautions
Precaution
Potentially serious hypokalaemia may result from beta2 agonist Particular caution is advised in acute severe asthma as this effect may be potentiated by concomitant treatment with xanthine derivatives, steroids, diuretics and by hypoxia. It is recommended that serum potassium levels are monitored in such situations . Therapy mainly from parenteral and nebulised administration.
Ventolin Expectorant Warnings
Warning 1
The management of asthma should normally follow a stepwise programme, and patient response should be monitored clinically and by lung function tests .
Warning 2
Long-term treatment with salbutamol and guaifenesin expectorant syrup (sugar-containing formulation) increases the risk of dental caries.
Warning 3
Patients should be warned that if either the usual relief is diminished or the usual duration of action reduced, they should not increase the dose or its frequency of administration, but should seek medical advice.
Ventolin Expectorant Additional Information
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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