Description
Asthalin® is manufactured by Cipla and contains the active substance Salbutamol that belongs to a group of medicines called selective beta2-androgenic agonists, which are used to relax the muscles of the airways. The medicine relieves symptoms of bronchospasm, like narrowing of the small airways of the lungs or bronchioles that happens in reversible obstructive diseases like asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. It can also be used to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm, a form of asthma caused by exercise and allergy-induced asthma, such as allergy to pollen or cats. Asthalin® tablets are also helpful for nocturnal asthma and for people with severe or unstable asthma.
Indications:
- asthma;
- COPD;
- chronic bronchitis;
- emphysema.
MOA (mechanism of action):
The active ingredient Salbutamol, a beta2-agonist, and a bronchodilator that acts directly on the small airways of the lungs (bronchioles). Contraction of the bands of smooth muscle that surrounds the small bronchiole tubes causes narrowing of the airways in response to an asthma trigger. Salbutamol binds to beta2 receptors on the smooth muscle causing the muscle to relax and the airways to widen (bronchodilation). This reduces bronchospasm (contraction or the airways) and allows the airways to open, making it easier to breathe and removing symptoms of asthma, such as chest tightness, wheezing, cough, and shortness of breath. The tablets are effective within 15 minutes with maximum effect at 2 hours that lasts for up to 8 hours.
Dosage
The dosage of Asthalin® depends on the severity of symptoms and patient’s condition and should be prescribed by a doctor for each individually. Take the medicine with a glass of water. Do not chew the tablets.
- Children (6 - 12 years): 2 mg three or four times a day.
- Adults: 4 mg three or four times a day.
- Elderly: 2 mg three or four times a day.
Missing a dose
If you miss a dose of Asthalin® you should take it as soon as you remember. If it is the time for the next dose you should continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not exceed the doctor’s recommended dose.
Overdose
If an overdose occurs and you are feeling unwell, you should seek emergency medical attention or contact your healthcare provider immediately.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F) and away from excess moisture and heat. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. Keep out of the reach of children.
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