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Introduction About SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES
SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES is used to manage asthma in adults and children aged 4 to 11 years of age and breathing difficulties associated with reversible airway obstruction (Ex. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). It contains Salbutamol, which belongs to the group of medicines called Bronchodilators, which relaxes the smooth muscles of the airways and widens them, making breathing easier.
Asthma is a long-term respiratory disease in which your airways become inflamed, swollen, and narrowed. It also causes excessive mucous secretion in the airways, which makes it difficult for the air to pass through, leading to unpleasant symptoms like wheezing, difficulty breathing, chest pain, and/or coughing.
SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES is suitable for use both in adults and in children (aged 4 years or older). Before using SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, overactive thyroid functions, low blood potassium levels, high blood pressure, or any heart problems (such as angina or an irregular heartbeat) as a precaution.
SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES should be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. The most common side effects of using SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES are tremors, headaches, mouth or throat irritation, and muscle cramps. Contact your doctor if any of these side effects worsen.
Uses Of SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES
It is used in adults and in children (aged 4 years or older) to manage:
- Asthma
- breathing difficulties associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
How SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES Works
SALMOL RESPULES is a bronchodilator that relaxes the smooth muscles of the airways and widens the airways in the lungs. Therefore, it allows the air to pass through more freely, makes breathing easier, and makes you feel less breathless, wheezy, or tight-chested.
How to use SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES
Use SALMOL RESPULES medicine every day until your doctor tells you to stop. It is meant for inhalation only. Inhale the medicine only through your mouth into the lungs and not through the nose. This medicine must be used along with a suitable nebulizer prescribed by your doctor.
Follow the instructions given in the enclosed leaflet.
- Twist and open the ampoules
- Squeeze out all the liquid from the ampoule into the nebulizer chamber
- Dilute the contents with sterile saline solution (sodium chloride) if instructed by your doctor
- Turn on the nebulizer and breathe in the fine ‘mist’ calmly and deeply using a face mask or mouthpiece
- Once inhalation is over, rinse your mouth with water, spit it out, or brush your teeth
Your doctor will decide the correct dose (number of ampoules to be used), duration of therapy, and type of nebulizer device for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
During inhalation, protect your eyes and face from the mist to avoid irritation. After inhalation, rinse the nebulizer and face mask mouthpiece with warm water.
Children must use this medicine only under the careful supervision of adults.
Side Effects Of SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES
Common
- Headache
- Tremors (feeling shaky)
Uncommon
- Fast heartbeat
- Mouth or throat irritation
- Muscle cramps
Rare
- Increased blood flow to the legs and arms
Stop using SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- Severe allergic reactions (such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, red irregular raised patches on the skin with severe itching, breathing difficulties, low blood pressure, or collapse)
- Pain in the chest, jaw, or shoulder accompanied by shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, and vomiting
- Clammy skin, wheezing, and difficulty breathing when lying flat
- Fast or irregular heartbeat, chest pain
- Signs of low blood potassium levels (such as fatigue, muscle spasms, and frequent urination)
- Signs of high lactic acid levels in the body (such as stomach pain, breathing difficulties, cold feet and hands, an irregular heartbeat, and thirst)
How To Manage Side Effects
Headache
Rest and relax. Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolytes. Apply a pain-relieving balm to the head if required. Do not consume too much alcohol. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Muscle Cramps
Rub a pain-relieving balm or place a heat pack on the affected area for some time, as it could ease the pain. Do not move the affected area frequently. Try to do some simple movements every day, which would improve blood circulation and reduce the incidence of muscle pain. Try to eat a well-balanced, protein-rich diet so that it can help to repair and rebuild the damaged muscle. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Sore Throat
To avoid these side effects, always rinse your mouth after using this medicine. You can also gargle your throat with salt water twice a day. Always try to drink warm water. Avoid chilled, cooled, or sweetened food items or beverages. Drinking turmeric milk or ginger tea mixed with honey and pepper powder can ease the soreness. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Monitoring requiredSALMOL 2.5 RESPULES should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered necessary by the doctor. Therefore, inform your doctor before using it.
Breastfeeding
Monitoring requiredSALMOL 2.5 RESPULES should be used in breastfeeding women only if it is considered necessary by the doctor. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before using it.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with CautionDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES.
Allergy
ContraindicatedDo not use SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES if you are allergic to salbutamol.
Lungs
Use with CautionSALMOL 2.5 RESPULES should be used with caution in patients with lung infections. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
Heart Disease
Use with CautionSALMOL 2.5 RESPULES should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases (such as recent heart attacks, irregular or fast heartbeats, or angina). Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
Use In Pediatrics
Monitoring requiredSALMOL 2.5 RESPULES can be used in children (aged 4 years or older) if prescribed by the physician. It is not suitable for use in children aged below 4 years due to a lack of safety data. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.
Use In Geriatrics
Use with CautionSALMOL 2.5 RESPULES should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or older). Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. Proper dose adjustments and careful monitoring are required for such patients.
Others
SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES is not recommended for use in patients having:
- Premature labour or threatened abortion (miscarriage)
Before using SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES, inform your physician if you:
- Have an overactive thyroid gland
- Have high blood pressure
- Have problems in blood vessels (such as blood clots)
- Have diabetes
- Have glaucoma
- Have low blood potassium levels
- Have a sugar intolerance
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
- Other beta-blockers (Ex. atenolol, propranolol, and sotalol)
- Cardiac glycosides (Ex. digoxin)
- Other corticosteroids (Ex. dexamethasone, prednisolone)
- Potassium-sparging diuretics (Ex. spironolactone, acetazolamide)
- Xanthine medicines (Ex. theophylline and aminophylline)
- Anticholinergics (Ex. ipratropium)
- Antidepressants (Ex. phenelzine, iproniazid, isocarboxazid, nialamide, tranylcypromine, moclobemide, venlafaxine, mirtazapine, fluoxetine, paroxetine, amitriptyline, desipramine, imipramine, etc.)
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally took more SALMOL RESPULES, contact your doctor immediately or go to the hospital right away. Symptoms of overdosage might include a fast heartbeat, shakiness, or hyperactivity.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Salbutamol |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Selective beta-2 adrenergic agonists |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Asthma, Bronchospasm |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Diskettes, Expectorants, Syrup, Rotacaps, Inhaler, Rotacaps, Respules, Respirator Solution |
More Information
- Keep SALMOL 2.5 out of the reach of children
- Store SALMOL 2.5 at room temperature
FAQs About SALMOL 2.5 RESPULES
Q: What is the use of SALMOL 2.5?
A: SALMOL 2.5 is used to manage asthma in adults and children aged 4 to 11 years of age and breathing difficulties associated with reversible airway obstruction (Ex. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Q: Can I buy SALMOL 2.5 online?
A: If you wish to buy SALMOL 2.5 on Netmeds, you need a prescription from a registered medical practitioner. Netmeds has made buying online medicines more easy for consumers and is one of India's leading online pharmacies.
Q: How does SALMOL 2.5 work in my body?
A: SALMOL 2.5 relaxes the smooth muscles of the airways and widens the airways in the lungs. Therefore, it allows the air to pass through more freely, makes breathing easier, and makes you feel less breathless, wheezy, or tight-chested.
Q: Can SALMOL 2.5 be used for an asthma attack?
A: Yes. SALMOL 2.5 can be used to manage asthma attacks. However, if your asthma or breathing gets worse suddenly, contact your doctor immediately or go straight away to avoid further exacerbation of the attack.
Q: Is SALMOL RESPULES safe?
A: SALMOL 2.5 is considered safe at doses prescribed by the physician.
Q: What are the side effects of using SALMOL RESPULES?
A: The most common side effects of using SALMOL 2.5 are tremors, headaches, mouth or throat irritation, and muscle cramps. Contact your doctor if any of these side effects worsen.
Q: Can I stop using SALMOL RESPULES once my symptoms subside?
A: No. Use SALMOL 2.5 every day until your doctor tells you to stop. Do not stop taking this medicine abruptly or reduce the dose without consulting your doctor, as it could make your symptoms reappear. Your doctor will access your disease condition regularly and will increase or decrease the dose accordingly.
Q: Will SALMOL RESPULES be more effective if taken at higher doses?
A: Always consume the dose prescribed for you by your physician. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending on your age, body weight, and severity of the disease. Do not use a higher dose of this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it could lead to unwanted side effects. If your symptoms are not relieved by the prescribed dose, consult your doctor so that he might adjust the dose according to your health condition or suggest an alternative therapy.
Q: Can SALMOL 2.5 be used during pregnancy?
A: SALMOL 2.5 is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered necessary by the physician. Your doctor will prescribe you SALMOL 2.5 after evaluating the risks and benefits of the therapy.
Q: Can SALMOL 2.5 be used in children?
A: SALMOL 2.5 is considered safe for use in children aged 4 years or older. However, it is not recommended for use in children younger than 4 years due to a lack of safety data. Kindly consult your doctor before using it.
Q: How long will it take for SALMOL 2.5 to relieve the symptoms, and how long can the effects last?
A: Generally, SALMOL 2.5 takes about 5 minutes to relieve the symptoms of asthma or COPD. However, the onset of action slightly differs from person to person based on their disease condition. The effects of SALMOL 2.5 can last for 4-6 hours.
Q: Can SALMOL 2.5 cause an infection in the mouth?
A: Yes. SALMOL 2.5 may cause fungal infections of the mouth (oral thrush). To avoid this, make sure to rinse your mouth with water after inhaling the medicine. However, if an infection develops, consult your doctor.
Q: What happens when you forget to use SALMOL 2.5?
A: If you forget to use SALMOL 2.5, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose. Do not use a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
References
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