Salbutamol Medication Information
Get detailed information on Salbutamol, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Salbutamol provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Salbutamol Pronunciation : Sal-BYOU-tuh-mole ICD Code : Y55.6 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- AsthmaticsTrade Names/Brand Names of Salbutamol
India :
Amrolite 2S (30mg/50mg/2mg/5mL) |
Asthalin (4 mg) |
Salbid (4mg) |
Salmodil (2mg/4mg) |
Amrolite - ST (2mg/30mg/100mg) |
Brosol |
Salbid |
Asthalin (2.5mg) |
Salbetol (4 mg) |
Amrolite - S (30mg/1mL/50mg/5mL)
International :
Proventil, VoSpire ER, Ventolin
Other Name(s) of Salbutamol
AlbuterolWhy is Salbutamol Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a bronchodilator, prescribed for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It works by relaxing and opening the air passages to the lungs to make breathing easier.When should Salbutamol not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with high blood pressure during pregnancy, uterine infection, miscarriage, heart disease, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Salbutamol?
PO- The recommended dose is 2 to 4 mg.IV/IM- 0.25 to 0.5mg.
Inhaler- 100 to 200 mg by inhalation.
How should Salbutamol be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach.It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or large muscle.
It also comes as an inhaler to inhale by mouth.
What are the warnings and precautions for Salbutamol?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, low levels of potassium in the blood, seizure, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medication, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Avoid alcohol consumption.
• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Salbutamol?
Central Nervous System - Nervousness, shakiness, dizziness, headache, over active and hoarseness.Musculoskeletal - Muscle cramps.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea and increased or decreased appetite.
Respiratory - Nosebleed and difficulty in breathing.
Heart - Chest pain and irregular heart beat.
Miscellaneous - Fever, pale skin, rash, hives and itching.
What are the other precautions for Salbutamol?
Avoid excess dosage.What are the storage conditions for Salbutamol?
Store it at room temperature (30oC).Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.
