Thursday 28 August 2014

Treatment of Asthma and COPD Using Generic Ventolin Inhaler

Generic Ventolin (Asthalin Inhaler) - Product Information

Generic Ventolin is a beta2-adrenergic agonist which is used to treat bronchospasm in bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis and emphysema, and prophylaxis of exercise–induced asthma and treatment or prevention of bronchospasm with reversible obstructive airway disease. It is also used for the prevention of exercise induced bronchospasm. Asthalin Inhaler is available as a canister containing 200 metered doses.

Generic Ventolin Inhaler - Active Ingredient

The active ingredient present in Generic Ventolin Inhaler is Albuterol Sulfate which is also known as Salbutamol Sulfate.

Generic Ventolin Inhaler - Contraindications

Generic Ventolin Inhaler is contraindicated in individuals that have a hypersensitivity to Albuterol Sulfate or any of the inactive ingredients present in the inhaler.

Generic Ventolin Inhaler - Dosage

The recommended dosage of Sirdalud Tablets for various indications is given below:
For relief of acute episodes of bronchospasm:
Adults :
1 or 2 puffs as necessary.
The maximum dose is up to 8 puffs in 24 hours.
Children:
Half the adult dose.
To prevent allergen- or exercise-induced bronchospasm:
Adults:
Two inhalations, 15 minutes prior to exercise or exposure to allergen. The maximum dose is 2 puffs, up to 4 times a day.
Children (4 years and older):
Half the adult dose.

Side Effects of Generic Ventolin Inhaler

The side effects that have been reported are Mild tremor, Hypokalaemia, Palpitations, Muscle cramps, Oropharyngeal Irritation, and Headache. These side effects usually disappear with continued treatment. In case Paradoxical bronchospasm occurs, Asthalin therapy should be discontinued immediately and alternative therapy started.

Generic Ventolin Inhaler - More Details

More details can be obtained from the prescribing information or by watching the presentation below:



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