Drug | Inhale

Maintenance treatment of asthma, Relief of wheezing and shortness of breath in asthma with an inflammatory component, Prevention of asthma symptoms in patients needing both bronchodilator and inhaled steroid

Levosalbutamol is a short-acting beta-2 agonist that relaxes airway smooth muscles to quickly open the airways. Beclometasone is an inhaled corticosteroid that reduces airway inflammation, swelling and mucus production to prevent symptoms and exacerbations.

For inhalation use only. Use exactly as prescribed; usually taken regularly for control and may also be used as directed for symptom relief. Shake well before use, exhale fully, seal lips around mouthpiece and inhale deeply while pressing the canister; hold breath for 10 seconds and exhale. Rinse mouth/gargle after use to reduce risk of oral thrush; use a spacer if advised.

Throat irritation, hoarseness, cough, headache, tremor, palpitations, nervousness, dry mouth, nausea, oral thrush (candidiasis)

Not a substitute for emergency treatment of severe asthma attack unless your doctor advises; seek urgent care if breathing worsens or rescue doses are not effective. Do not exceed prescribed dose. Rinse mouth after inhalation to prevent fungal infection. Use with caution in heart disease, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, seizure disorders and glaucoma. Prolonged/high-dose inhaled steroids may rarely cause adrenal suppression, reduced bone mineral density, cataract/glaucoma and growth effects in children; periodic review is advised.

Beta-blockers (may reduce bronchodilation), other sympathomimetics, MAO inhibitors/tricyclic antidepressants (increased cardiovascular effects), diuretics and xanthines (risk of hypokalemia), strong CYP3A4 inhibitors like ritonavir/cobicistat/ketoconazole (may increase corticosteroid systemic effects), digoxin (arrhythmia risk with low potassium)

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight and heat. Do not freeze. Keep inhaler canister away from flame/heat; do not puncture. Keep out of reach of children.

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