Hyperglycemia
This medicine may increase blood sugar.
Leaflet VENTOLIN DISKUS 200mcg / dose inhalation powder
- Product code:
- W05492002
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- asthma; chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Route of administration:
- inhalation
- Substance:
- salbutamol (beta-2 adrenergic agonist)
- ATC
- R03AC02 — Respiratory system | Adrenergics, inhalants | Selective beta-2-adrenoreceptor agonists
Precautions:
Cardiac risk / QT prolongation / arrhythmias
This medicine may increase the risk of heart rhythm disturbances.
Salbutamol is a fast-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It works by relaxing the smooth muscles of the airways, facilitating breathing and relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness.
Salbutamol is typically administered via inhalation using a pressurized inhaler or nebulizer and is indicated for the rapid relief of acute symptoms or the prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm. It is considered a rescue medication due to its quick onset of action.
Common side effects include tremors, palpitations, headache, and throat irritation. In rare cases, severe adverse reactions such as hypokalemia, tachycardia, or paradoxical bronchospasm may occur. It is important for patients to adhere to the prescribed dosage to avoid overdose and adverse effects.
Salbutamol is an essential therapeutic option for patients with respiratory conditions, providing rapid and effective relief of acute symptoms and improving their quality of life.
Salbutamol is typically administered via inhalation using a pressurized inhaler or nebulizer and is indicated for the rapid relief of acute symptoms or the prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm. It is considered a rescue medication due to its quick onset of action.
Common side effects include tremors, palpitations, headache, and throat irritation. In rare cases, severe adverse reactions such as hypokalemia, tachycardia, or paradoxical bronchospasm may occur. It is important for patients to adhere to the prescribed dosage to avoid overdose and adverse effects.
Salbutamol is an essential therapeutic option for patients with respiratory conditions, providing rapid and effective relief of acute symptoms and improving their quality of life.
General data about VENTOLIN DISKUS 200mcg / dose
- Substance:
- salbutamol
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W05492002
- Concentration:
- 200mcg / dose
- Pharmaceutical form:
- inhalation powder
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Original
- Prescription status:
- P-6L — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for salbutamol
Concentrations available for salbutamol
- 0.04%
- 0.5mg/ml
- 1.25mg
- 100mcg/dose
- 2.5mg
- 200mcg/dose
- 2mg/5ml
- 4mg
- 5mg
- 5mg/ml