Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here. Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles.
If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are using this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop using this medication without consulting your doctor. Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to use this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it. Each mL of isotonic solution contains salbutamol sulfate, equivalent to salbutamol base 5 mg.
Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzalkonium chloride 0. Adjusted to pH 3. Nonmedicinal ingredients: dilute sulphuric acid, sodium chloride, and water for injection. Nonmedicinal ingredients: lactose milk sugar , including milk protein, which acts as a carrier. Each inhalation aerosol contains a microcrystalline suspension of salbutamol sulfate in propellant HFAa 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane.
Each inhalation aerosol is a pressurized metered-dose inhaler MDI consisting of an aluminum canister fitted with a metering valve. Each canister is fitted into the supplied blue plastic actuator. A blue strap cap is fitted over the actuator's mouthpiece when not in use. Nonmedicinal ingredients: none.
Aerosol inhaler: The usual dose to relieve asthma symptoms is 1 to 2 inhalations also called "puffs" for people 12 years of age and older, and 1 puff for children 6 to 11 years of age. More puffs may be needed to relieve symptoms during a more severe attack. The usual dose for long-term treatment of asthma is 1 to 2 puffs or 1 puff in children 4 years and older 4 times per day.
The maximum daily dose is 8 puffs for adults and 4 puffs for children. For preventing exercise-induced asthma, the usual dose is 2 puffs before exercise for adults and 1 puff before exercise for children. Nebulizer solution: For people over 12 years of age, the usual dose is 2.
For children 5 to 12 years of age, the usual dose is 2. Diskus: The usual dose to relieve asthma symptoms for adults and children 4 years and older is 1 inhalation as needed.
The usual dose for long-term treatment of asthma is 1 inhalation 3 to 4 times per day. The maximum daily dose is 4 puffs per day. For preventing exercise-induced asthma, the usual dose is 1 inhalation 15 minutes before exercise. Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.
To ensure administration of the proper dose of this medication, make sure you are instructed by your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care professional in the proper use of the inhaler, Diskus, or nebulizer systems. The use of these inhalation systems by children depends on the ability of the individual child to learn the proper use of the devices. During inhalation, children should be assisted or supervised by an adult who knows how to use these devices properly.
For inhalers, your doctor may recommend a spacer device to help ensure the medication is used properly. It is very important not to exceed the prescribed dose. If the effects of this medication last for less than 3 hours or if you notice a sudden worsening of your breathing, contact your doctor immediately. If you need to use this medication more than usual, contact your doctor.
It is important to use this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you are using inhaled salbutamol on a schedule and you miss a dose, use it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. Do not smoke. Smoking causes irritation to the lungs and will make your condition worse. In this article About salbutamol inhalers Before using a salbutamol inhaler How to use a salbutamol inhaler Getting the most from your treatment Can salbutamol inhalers cause problems?
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Common salbutamol side-effects these affect fewer than 1 in 10 people What can I do if I experience this? Feeling shaky This feeling should soon pass Headache Ask your pharmacist to recommend a suitable painkiller.
If the headaches continue, speak with your doctor Nervous tension, muscle cramps, being aware of your heartbeat If any of these become troublesome, speak with your doctor or clinic. If you have any questions about this medicine ask your pharmacist. Are you protected against flu? Further reading and references. Join the discussion on the forums. Health Tools Feeling unwell? Assess your symptoms online with our free symptom checker. Start symptom checker.
Common salbutamol side-effects these affect fewer than 1 in 10 people. Ask your pharmacist to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the headaches continue, speak with your doctor. Visit www. Trademarks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies. This website is funded and developed by GSK. This site is intended for US residents only. Text Size: A A A. Figure A. See Figure A. The metal canister has a counter to show how many sprays of medicine you have left.
The number shows through a window in the back of the plastic actuator. The counter starts at either or , depending on which size inhaler you have.
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