Asthalin Resp/Soln

Composition of Asthalin Resp/Soln

Asthalin Resp/Soln contains Salbutamol (as Salbutamol Sulphate) 2 mg/5 ml respiratory solution. It belongs to the Short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA) class of medicines.

Uses of Asthalin Resp/Soln

• Relief and prevention of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma
• COPD (chronic bronchitis
• emphysema) and other reversible obstructive airway diseases; wheezing and shortness of breath due to airway narrowing

Key benefits

• Rapid relief of wheezing and breathlessness
• Opens airways by bronchodilation
• Helps prevent/treat asthma and COPD bronchospasm
• Improves airflow and exercise tolerance

How Asthalin Resp/Soln works

Salbutamol is a selective beta-2 adrenergic agonist. It relaxes bronchial smooth muscle, leading to bronchodilation and improved airflow, quickly relieving wheeze and breathlessness.

How to take Asthalin Resp/Soln

Respiratory solution for inhalation via nebulizer only (not for injection; avoid oral use unless specifically advised). Use the dose and frequency prescribed by the doctor; often diluted with sterile normal saline to the required volume and nebulized using a compressor/nebulizer. Use as needed for acute symptoms or regularly as prescribed; rinse mouth/face after nebulization.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Asthalin Resp/Soln as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Asthalin Resp/Soln than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Asthalin Resp/Soln

Most side effects of Asthalin Resp/Soln are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Tremor
• headache
• palpitations
• fast heartbeat (tachycardia)
• nervousness
• throat irritation
• cough
• muscle cramps
• nausea
• dizziness
• low potassium (hypokalemia)

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Asthalin Resp/Soln

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in heart disease (arrhythmias, ischemic heart disease), hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, and seizure disorders. Excess use can worsen asthma control and increase risk of serious side effects—seek medical care if relief is inadequate or symptoms worsen. May cause hypokalemia (risk increased with diuretics/xanthines/steroids) and rarely paradoxical bronchospasm (stop and seek help). Monitor blood glucose in diabetics; avoid self-escalation of dose.

Interactions with other medicines

Beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol) may reduce effect/trigger bronchospasm; diuretics, corticosteroids and xanthines (theophylline) increase risk of hypokalemia; MAO inhibitors/TCAs may increase cardiovascular effects; other sympathomimetics may increase side effects; digoxin levels may decrease

How to store Asthalin Resp/Soln

Store below 25°C; protect from light; do not freeze. Keep bottle tightly closed and out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CIPLA LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Bronchodilator (Anti-asthmatic/COPD)

Drug class:

Short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA)