Asthacrom
Asthacrom Products are primarily used for
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Allergic conditions
About Asthacrom Products
Salbutamol side effects
Common
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.
How Asthacrom Products work
Salbutamol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
Sodium Cromoglycate side effects
Common
Nasal irritation, Burning sensation, Stinging sensation, Sneezing.
How Asthacrom Products work
Sodium Cromoglycate is a mast cell stabilizer. It works on certain cells in the body (mast cells) to prevent them from releasing substances that cause allergic symptoms.
Patient Concerns about Asthacrom
Frequently asked questions about Asthacrom Products
Frequently asked questions about Salbutamol
Q. What would happen if I take higher than the recommended dose of Salbutamol?
Taking a higher than the recommended dose of Salbutamol may cause seizures, chest pain, nervousness, headache, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness and lack of energy. High doses of Salbutamol may also cause fast, irregular or pounding heartbeat, uncontrollable shaking of any part of the body, and difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. In any such case, seek immediate medical attention.
Q. Is it safe to take Salbutamol if I have heart disease?
Yes, Salbutamol is considered safe, but its use depends on the severity of your heart problem. If you experience chest pain or any other symptom of worsening heart disease while taking Salbutamol, seek immediate medical advice.
Q. Being a diabetic, what should I remember while taking Salbutamol?
Salbutamol may cause blood sugar levels to rise. Therefore, your doctor may adjust your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines. Keep a regular check on your blood glucose levels and do not miss any appointments. Consult your doctor if you experience a sudden rise in blood sugar levels.
Q. I have started using Salbutamol and I am experiencing headaches and shakiness. Is this because of Salbutamol and will these go away?
Yes, it could be due to Salbutamol. Feeling shaky is a common side effect of Salbutamol which goes away after some time. For headaches, drink plenty of water, get sufficient rest and avoid alcohol. Usually headaches go away after a week. If they persist for a long time, contact your doctor.
Q. When should I take Salbutamol?
Use Salbutamol as and when you need it. Salbutamol relieves the symptoms of asthma like coughing, shortness of breath and tightness in the chest. You can also take it to prevent asthma attacks in circumstances where you know it may occur (e.g., after strenuous exercise or unavoidable exposure to allergen).
Q. Can I smoke if I have been prescribed Salbutamol?
No, you should not smoke while taking Salbutamol. Smoking irritates the lungs. The medicine may make breathing more difficult, especially in patients who have asthma. Take advice from your doctor if you are finding it hard to avoid smoking.
Frequently asked questions about Sodium Cromoglycate
Q. Is sodium cromoglycate an antihistamine?
No. Sodium cromoglycate has no known effect on chemical substances called histamine or its receptors in the body
Q. Is Sodium Cromoglycate a steroid?
It does not have structure or mechanism of action similar to steroids
Q. How does Sodium Cromoglycate work?
It works by inhibiting the release of allergy causing chemicals from specialized cells called ‘mast cells' (present in eyes, nose, air passages, along the digestive tract etc.) and thus interferes with the development and progression of allergic reactions
Q. Does Sodium Cromoglycate cause drowsiness?
No. Sodium Cromoglycate does not cause drowsiness.
Products for Asthacrom
Asthacrom 1 mg/100 mg Inhaler
packet of 200 MDI Inhaler
MRP
₹123.68
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