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Asthalin 100 mg Respules

Manufactured byCipla Ltd.
ContainsSalbutamol
Description
Asthalin 100 mg Respules is an oral inhalation medicine that is used in the management of bronchospasm (narrowing of the airways) associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (blockage of airflow to your lungs) and asthma. Asthalin 100 mg Respules works by relaxing and widening the blocked air passages of your lungs. Thus it improves the airflow to your lungs and makes breathing easier. Asthalin 100 mg Respules may cause side effects like headache, cough, nausea, unpleasant taste, restlessness, dizziness, etc. These side effects usually subside with time. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Asthalin 100 mg Respules should be used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. For ease of remembering, use it around the same time every day. Even if you see an improvement in your condition, do not stop taking it. If you discontinue Asthalin 100 mg Respules early, your symptoms may recur or worsen. Asthalin 100 mg Respules is not recommended for use in children less than four years of age. Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or heart problems before starting the treatment with this medicine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using Asthalin 100 mg Respules.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Asthalin 100 mg Respules

  • Shaking and trembling of arms and feet
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Skin rash
  • Headache
  • Muscle pain and cramps
  • Restlessness
  • Hoarseness of voice
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Unpleasant taste

Uses of Asthalin 100 mg Respules

What is it prescribed for?

  • Asthma
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time taken by Asthalin 100 mg Respules to show its effect is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Asthalin 100 mg Respules remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Asthalin 100 mg Respules.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Asthalin 100 mg Respules is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Asthalin 100 mg Respules is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before using this medicine.

Allergy

Asthalin 100 mg Respules is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are very rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (of the face/tongue/throat), breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Asthalin 100 mg Respules is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Asthalin 100 mg Respules is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before using this medicine.
General warnings

Other medicines

Asthalin 100 mg Respules may interact with other medicines and cause side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, before beginning treatment with Asthalin 100 mg Respules.

Paradoxical bronchospasm

Paradoxical bronchospasm is the unexpected constriction of the airways due to the use of bronchodilator medicines (medicines that ease breathing by relaxing the muscles in your lungs and widening the airways). Asthalin 100 mg Respules should be used with caution as it may cause paradoxical bronchospasm in some cases. Contact your doctor immediately if your breathing becomes difficult after using this medicine.

Use in children

Asthalin 100 mg Respules is not recommended for use in children below four years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Use in elderly

Asthalin 100 mg Respules should be used with caution in the elderly due to the increased risk of side effects.

Thyrotoxicosis

Thyrotoxicosis is a condition in which your thyroid gland (a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck) produces an excess of thyroid hormone in the body. Asthalin 100 mg Respules should be used with caution if you have a known history of thyrotoxicosis as it may further worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Asthalin 100 mg Respules, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Asthalin 100 mg Respules.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Amitriptyline

Atenolol

Ketoconazole

Propranolol

Xylometazoline

Furosemide

Disease interactions

Heart disease

Asthalin 100 mg Respules should be used with caution if you have heart and blood vessel problems as it may affect your heart rate, blood pressure, heart rhythm, etc., and lead to further complications. Consult your doctor before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition that causes high levels of sugar in your blood. Asthalin 100 mg Respules should be used with caution if you have diabetes as it may cause an increase in blood sugar levels.

Hypokalaemia

Hypokalaemia is a decrease in blood potassium levels. Asthalin 100 mg Respules may cause a decrease in blood potassium levels. Hence, it should be used with caution if you have a history of hypokalaemia.

Seizures

A seizure is a condition in which there is uncontrolled body movement due to electrical disturbances in your brain. Asthalin 100 mg Respules should be used with caution if you have a history of seizures as it can lead to onset or aggravation of seizures.

Kidney Disease

Asthalin 100 mg Respules is excreted from the body by the kidneys. Hence it should be used with caution if you have kidney problems, as it may cause an accumulation of this medicine in the body and increase the risk of undesired effects.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Asthalin 100 mg Respules is meant for oral inhalation only. Use Asthalin 100 mg Respules exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Ensure that you use Asthalin 100 mg Respules for the recommended duration. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesired effects that persist or worsen. Administer Asthalin 100 mg Respules with a nebulizer only. Do not swallow or inject the solution. Avoid using this medicine if the solution is not clear or colourless.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Asthalin 100 mg Respules works by relaxing and widening the blocked air passages of your lungs. Thus, it improves the airflow to your lungs and makes breathing easier.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Adrenergic bronchodilators

Schedule

Schedule H

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