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Salbair 100mcg Transcaps

Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd

Salt Composition: Levosalbutamol (100mcg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Bronchodilators like Salbair 100mcg Transcaps help the airways in your lungs stay open. They work by relaxing the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. You need to use your inhaler correctly for it to work properly. If you are not sure, ask your doctor or nurse.

Benefits: Trancaps must not be swallowed. Check the label for directions before use. Place the capsule at the base of transhaler, not in the mouthpiece. Twist the mouthpiece completely until your hear a click and breathe in deeply through the mouthpiece. Hold your breath for up to 10 seconds. If some powder remains in the transhaler repeat the process.

Description: Salbair 100mcg Transcaps is a belongs to a group of medicines called fast-acting bronchodilators or relievers. It is used to treat the symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing, and feeling short of breath. Salbair 100mcg Transcaps gives quick relief from breathing problems when you need it. In most cases, you will be given another inhaler to prevent your symptoms (a preventer) to u with this. This medicine works quickly and the effects can last several hours. You can take it at any time of day, but only use it when you notice symptoms, such as coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and tightness in the chest or you know that you are going to do an activity that can make you breathless. When an asthma attack happens, you should take the number of puffs your doctor recommends. There are several types of inhaler devices so make sure you know how to use your inhaler correctly, otherwise, it may not work. Do not stop using this medicine unless your doctor tells you to. If you stop, your breathing problems could get worse. Common side effects of this medicine include accidental injury, bronchitis, dizziness, pain, pharyngitis, nasal congestion, and vomiting. These side effects are not often dangerous and they should gradually improve as your body gets used to this medicine. There are other, rarer, side effects and you should call your doctor straight away if you get chest pain, a very bad headache, or very bad dizziness. Before using Salbair 100mcg Transcaps, you should tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid gland, a history of heart problems, diabetes, or low levels of potassium in your blood to make sure it is safe. Also, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Because this medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky, do not drive, cycle, or use tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.

How to Use: Salbair 100mcg Transcaps is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

Safety Advice: - Alcohol : UNSAFE - Salbair 100mcg Transcaps may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Salbair 100mcg Transcaps may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Salbair 100mcg Transcaps is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. - Driving : - No interaction found/established - Kidney : - No interaction found/established - Liver : - No interaction found/established

If Missed: If you miss a dose of Salbair 100mcg Transcaps, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Packaging: Bottle

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Side Effects: Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways) | Dizziness | Pain | Pharyngitis | Nasal congestion (stuffy nose) | Vomiting

Alcohol Interaction: UNSAFE

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Driving Interaction:

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