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Inhaler 200 metered actuations X 100 mcg |
49886 | 18111 |
Dosage
Adults and adolescents from the age of 12 and above:
For immediate relief: one to two inhalations.
For prevention of bronchospasm induced by exertion or exposure to an allergen: two inhalations 10-15 minutes before the exertion or the exposure.
For chronic treatment: 1-2 inhalations, up to 4 times a day.
Children under 12 years of age:
For immediate relief: one inhalation. The dosage may be increased up to two inhalations, when necessary.
For prevention of bronchospasm induced by exertion or exposure to an allergen: one inhalation 10-15 minutes before the exertion or the exposure. The dosage may be increased up to two inhalations, when necessary.
For chronic treatment: 1-2 inhalations, up to 4 times a day.
The maximal dose (in adults and children) is 8 inhalations per day.
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Indications
Relief of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma of all types, chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
Contra-Indications
Hypersensitivityto the active ingredient or to any of the other excipient of the drug ingredients.
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Special Precautions
Salbutrim does not serve as a substitute for oral or inhaled steroids, but constitutes as a complementary treatment. If you use an ipratropium or adrenocorticosteroid inhaler, first inhale the Salbutrim and only after 5 minutes, inhale the others.
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Side Effects
Irritation in the mouth or throat; it is recommended to rinse the mouth with water after using the medicine, headache, muscle cramps.
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Drug interactions
Antidepressants (e.g., tricyclic, tetracyclic antidepressants, MAO inhibitors and others). Antihypertensives, especially from the beta-blockers group (such as propranolol). Medicines for irregular or fast heart rate regulation. Medicines that lower the concentration of potassium in the blood (e.g.: xanthines), diuretics and steroids – may cause hypokalaemia. Other medicines for the treatment of asthma.
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Important notes
Cleaning the inhaler: The inhaler should be cleaned at least once a week. Please refer to the license holder for further details.