Description
Levolin 1.25 mg Respules is a bronchodilator medicine that relaxes the muscles in the airways leading to the lung and improves the amount of air flow to and from the lungs. It is used to prevent and treat the symptoms of asthma and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Levolin 1.25 mg Respules
Aerozest 1.25 mg Respules
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Levolin 1.25 mg Respules
- Headache
- Viral infections
- Blocked or runny nose
- Sore throat and hoarseness
- Shaking and trembling of arms and feet
- Decreased appetite
- Muscle pain and cramps
- Anxiety and nervousness
- Swelling of eyelids, face, lips, tongue
- Nausea
- Skin rash and spotting
- Chest pain and discomfort
- Sleep disturbances
- Increased heartbeat
- Difficulty in swallowing
- Difficulty in speaking (dysphonia)
Uses of Levolin 1.25 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 effect of this medicine can be observed within 5-10 minutes of administration.
- How long do the effects of this medicine last?The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 3-6 hours.
- 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.
- Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks and benefits of use before using this medicine.
- Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as the effect on the nursing infant is not clinically established. Your doctor may ask you to discontinue breastfeeding if the use of this medicine is necessary.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to Levosalbutamol/Salbutamol or any other component present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks and benefits of use before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as the effect on the nursing infant is not clinically established. Your doctor may ask you to discontinue breastfeeding if the use of this medicine is necessary.
General warnings
Other medicines
Report the use of all medications including herbs and supplements to the doctor before receiving levosalbutamol.
Other diseases
Report the past/present incidence of all diseases including heart and blood vessels disorder, electrolyte imbalance, any disease associated with thyroid and other glands etc to the doctor. All the other conditions should be considered before therapy with this medicine is initiated.
Hypokalemia
Use of this medicine can cause a decrease in blood potassium levels and hence should be administered with caution in patients suffering from Hypokalemia.
Paradoxical bronchospasm
Use of this medicine has been associated with worsening of asthma symptoms in some instances. Contact your doctor immediately if breathing becomes more difficult after using this medicine. The use of Levosalbutamol should be stopped immediately in such cases.
Excessive use
It is recommended to use this medicine in prescribed quantities only as excessive use may cause some severe adverse effects and may prove fatal in some cases.
Use in elderly
This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly as the risk of adverse effects are significantly high.
Use in children
This medicine should be used with caution in children. Safety and efficacy are established based on the form of the medicine and age of the patient. All the recommendations should be followed while prescribing this medicine in children. An adult should supervise the use of this medicine in children.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.
Overdose
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. Symptoms of an overdose may include dry mouth, shaking, chest pain, increased heart rate, convulsions, and fainting.
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
Hydrochlorothiazide
Formoterol
Pseudoephedrine
Disease interactions
Heart Disease
Use of this medicine has been associated with an increase in heart rate and changes in blood pressure. It should be used with caution in patients with an active or historic case of heart disease. Patients should also be screened for the risk factors of heart disease before starting the treatment course.
Diabetes
Use of this medicine has been associated with a mild to moderate rise in blood sugar levels in most patients. Hence, caution should be exercised if the patient is diabetic.
Hypokalemia
Use of this medicine has been associated with a decrease in blood potassium levels. It should be used with caution in patients having a disorder where potassium levels in the body are imbalanced.
Seizure disorders
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients with seizure disorders as the risk of increased frequency and severity of convulsions are significantly high.
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an impairment of normal kidney function. The dose should be selected very carefully and the kidney function should be monitored on a regular basis.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Levolin 1.25 mg Respules exactly as prescribed. The prescribed dose form, frequency, and duration of uptake are specific as per your needs. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities or for longer than recommended. Contact your doctor if no visible improvements in symptoms are observed after use.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by relaxing and opening the blocked air passages leading to the lungs. It improves the amount of air flow to the lungs and makes breathing easier.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Adrenergic bronchodilators
Schedule
Schedule H
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