Salbutamol
Information about Salbutamol
Salbutamol Uses
Salbutamol is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.
How Salbutamol works
Salbutamol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
Common side effects of Salbutamol
Tremors, Headache, Palpitations, Dizziness, Nervousness, Muscle cramp, Respiratory tract infection, Throat irritation, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Cough, Tachycardia, Nausea, Decreased potassium level in blood, Weakness, Irritability, Drowsiness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Difficulty in urination
Available Medicine for Salbutamol
SalbetolFDC Ltd
₹22 variant(s)
Salbair RespLupin Ltd
₹81 variant(s)
UsalSeagull Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
₹161 variant(s)
Ventirex PeadUnimarck Healthcare Ltd
₹481 variant(s)
AsthaventCipla Ltd
₹4 to ₹1023 variant(s)
Asthalin SACipla Ltd
₹81 variant(s)
BrethmolStandard Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹151 variant(s)
RalbetRoseate Medicare
₹151 variant(s)
Expert advice for Salbutamol
- Salbutamol is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and breathlessness.
- It must be taken regularly to help keep the airways open at all times.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium levels. Inform your doctor if you notice muscle twitching, weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases or if you experience headaches, or chest pain.