What Is Asthalin Respules?
Asthalin Respules is an oral inhalation medicine used in the management of bronchospasm (narrowing of the airways) associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (blockage of airflow to your lungs) and asthma. It works by relaxing and widening the blocked air passages of your lungs, thus improving the airflow to your lungs and making breathing easier.
Uses
- Asthma
- Wheezing, shortness of breath due to an allergic reaction (allergic bronchitis)
- Exertion/exercise-induced breathing difficulty
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Dosage
The dosage of Asthalin Respules varies depending on the individual’s condition and the doctor’s prescription. It is usually administered using a nebulizer, and the recommended dose is 2.5ml to 5ml per inhalation.
Other Dosage
Side Effects
Common side effects of Asthalin Respules include:
- Headache
- Shakiness (tremors)
- Increased heart rate (palpitation)
- Muscle cramps
- Dizziness
- After inhalation, throat irritation, and coughing may occur
- Rashes and swelling in and around the mouth leading to difficulty in breathing
Precautions And Warnings
- Asthalin Respules should not be used during pregnancy unless prescribed by a doctor.
- It should not be used while breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor.
- Driving is not affected by it.
- Interaction with alcohol is unknown, and it is advisable to consult a doctor before consumption.
- It should be used with caution in patients with heart disease, diabetes, and hypokalaemia (low blood potassium levels).
Contraindications
- Asthalin Respules should not be used if you are allergic to salbutamol, lactose, or any other ingredients of the medicine.
- It should not be used if you are at risk of abortion or early labor.
Interactions
- Asthalin Respules and blood pressure-lowering medicines (propranolol, atenolol, water pills) should be used cautiously together.
- Medicines for mental disorders should be administered carefully.
- Interaction with other medicines may occur, and it is advisable to consult a doctor before using Asthalin Respules.
Mode Of Action
Asthalin contains a quick-acting anti-asthmatic medicine – salbutamol, which widens the airways and makes breathing easier in patients with asthma and other reversible breathing difficulty conditions.
| Active ingredient | Salbutamol |
|---|---|
| Form | Respules |
| Prescription | Required |
| Shipping | 6 To 15 days |
| Strength | 2.5mg |
