Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md

Composition of Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md

Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md contains Salmeterol (50mcg). It belongs to the Short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA) class of medicines.

Uses of Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md

• Relief and prevention of bronchospasm in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• including wheezing
• shortness of breath and chest tightness; prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm

Key benefits

• Rapid relief from wheezing and breathlessness
• Opens airways during asthma/COPD flare-ups
• Helps prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm
• Improves airflow and reduces chest tightness

How Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md works

Salbutamol is a short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA). It relaxes smooth muscles in the airways causing bronchodilation, which quickly eases wheeze and breathlessness.

How to take Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md

For inhalation use only. Use the inhaler exactly as prescribed; commonly 1–2 puffs when needed for symptom relief or 10–15 minutes before exercise. Shake well before use, exhale fully, press canister while inhaling slowly and deeply, hold breath for ~10 seconds, then exhale; use a spacer if advised. If using other inhalers, take this reliever first unless instructed otherwise.

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 it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a racing heart, marked tremor, headache and a fall in blood potassium. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md

Most side effects of Serobid Inh are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Tremor
• headache
• palpitations
• nervousness
• throat irritation
• cough
• muscle cramps
• dizziness
• nausea

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 Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md

Warnings and precautions

Do not exceed recommended doses; frequent need for reliever may indicate worsening asthma—seek medical review. Use with caution in heart disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, and seizure disorders. May cause hypokalaemia especially with high doses or with diuretics/corticosteroids; seek help if chest pain, severe palpitations, worsening breathlessness, or paradoxical bronchospasm occurs. Not a substitute for maintenance inhaled corticosteroid therapy if prescribed.

Do not take Serobid Inh if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to the propellant used in the inhaler.

Interactions with other medicines

Non-selective beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol) may reduce effect and cause bronchospasm, diuretics and corticosteroids (increased risk of low potassium), theophylline/other xanthines (additive side effects, hypokalaemia risk), MAO inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants (enhanced cardiovascular effects), digoxin (may reduce levels), other sympathomimetics (additive stimulation)

How to store Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md

Store below 30°C. Protect from direct sunlight and heat; do not freeze. Pressurised container—do not puncture or expose to high temperatures. Keep away from children.

Expert advice for Serobid Inh 200 Md 120Md

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>Do not inhale a double dose to make up for a missed one.</li><li>Do not use salmeterol during an attack of asthma or COPD. Your doctor will prescribe a short-acting inhaler to use during attacks.Do not stop using salmeterol without talking to your doctor.</li><li>If you suddenly stop using salmeterol, your symptoms may worsen.</li><li>Do not take salmeterol, If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to salmeterol, Always activate and use the inhaler device in a level, horizontal position. Do not try to use a spacer device with salmeterol.</li><li>To prepare the device for use, open the protective foil pouch and remove the inhaler device. Hold the device in one hand. Use the thumb of the opposite hand to push the thumb grip as far away from you as it will go. The mouthpiece will appear and snap into position.</li><li><span>Hold the device in a level, flat position with the mouthpiece toward you. Use your thumb to slide the lever away from you as far as it will go. You should hear a click. The device is now ready for use.</span></li><li><span>Do not close or tilt the device, play with the lever, or move the lever more than once. You may accidentally release or waste a dose.</span></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CIPLA LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Bronchodilator (Anti-asthmatic/COPD)

Drug class:

Short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA)