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Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi

Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi

About Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi

Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi belongs to the class of 'bronchodilators' primarily used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi helps relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Asthma is a breathing problem in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes).

Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi contains 'Salbutamol,' a bronchodilator. It relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi makes breathing easier by widening the airways. Thereby provides relief from symptoms such as coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.

Use Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi as prescribed. Your doctor will advise on how often you need to take Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi include nausea, vomiting, restlessness, headache, muscle tightness, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), and increased heart rate. Most of these side effects of Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please seek medical help.

Inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure or diabetes. Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi may cause a rise in blood sugar levels, hence diabetic patients should monitor their blood glucose levels and use this medicine only with a doctor's advice. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any other medicines. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi as it can cause increased sleepiness. Try not to stop taking this medicine on your own.

Uses of Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma

Medicinal Benefits

Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi contains Salbutamol, a bronchodilator. It helps treat respiratory problems like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis. It works by relaxing and widening the lungs' airway, making it easier to breathe, especially in asthma and COPD patients.

Directions for Use

Inhaler: Hold the inhaler with the mouthpiece facing downwards. Form a tight seal by placing your lips around the mouthpiece. Then, press down the inhaler once to release the medication. Breathe in slowly and hold your breath for 5 to 10 seconds. Breathe out slowly. Repeat the process until you have inhaled the number of puffs prescribed by the doctor. Respule/Transpule: Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze the solution into the nebulizer. This solution is made into a fine mist to breathe in. Inhale the medicine through the nebulizer's mouthpiece.Rotacap: Rotacap is a capsule with powdered medication which is placed in Rotahaler. It is for inhalation only. Do not swallow the capsule. Rotahaler is a plastic inhalation device that releases the medication when you breathe. The capsule should be placed at the base of the rotahaler and completely twist the mouthpiece until you hear a click sound. Then, breathe in through the mouthpiece deeply and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Remove the device and breathe out normally.Respirator solution: Do not swallow or inject the solution. Place the prescribed amount of solution in the medicine reservoir or nebulizer cup on the machine. Use the mouthpiece to breathe in the medicine. Use the nebulizer machine for 5 to 15 minutes, or until the medicine in the nebulizer is finished.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Restlessness
  • Headache
  • Muscle tightness
  • Dryness or soreness of the throat
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor beforehand if you have any heart, liver, or kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure or diabetes. Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi may cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients leading to severe heart diseases, so Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi should be used cautiously. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects like sleepiness and shakiness.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi may interact with non-selective beta-blocking drugs (propranolol), antidepressants (clomipramine), anti-hypertensive drugs (guanethidine and methyldopa), anti-anxiety drugs (diazepam, lorazepam), blood clot drugs (ticlopidine), gout drugs (allopurinol), heart rhythm drugs (verapamil), hormone problems/birth control drugs (oestrogen, progesterone), immune disorder drugs, anti-seizure drugs (phenobarbital, phenytoin), and stomach acid-reducing drugs (cimetidine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects like sleepiness and shakiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have gastric or peptic ulcer, sepsis, hypokalaemia (low potassium in the blood), lactic acidosis (excess acid in the bloodstream), liver/kidney diseases (especially cirrhosis or hepatitis), fluid in the lungs, heart problems, overactive thyroid,  and seizures (fits), inform your doctor before taking Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PROPRANOLOL
  • CLOMIPRAMINE
  • GUANETHIDINE
  • METHYLDOPA
  • DIAZEPAM
  • LORAZEPAM
  • TICLOPIDINE
  • ALLOPURINOL
  • VERAPAMIL
  • OESTROGEN
  • PROGESTERONE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CIMETIDINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust and food items that make your asthma severe.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of Asthalin 100 mcg CFC Free Inhaler 200 mdi.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly since bronchodilators can raise blood sugar levels.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Asthma: It is a condition in which airways narrow, swell and may produce extra mucus which may lead to breathing difficulty and trigger cough, a whistling sound (wheezing) when you breathe out and shortness of breath.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of progressive lung diseases, most commonly emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation and irritation of bronchial tubes). Initially, it may be mild, but in severe cases, it can lead to total blockage of airways and damage the lungs.

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