Ventolin 20Ml Usage And Safety
Dosage
Salbutamol
Side Effects
Immune system disorders – Very rare: Hypersensitivity reactions including angioedema, urticaria, bronchospasm, hypotension and collapse.Metabolism and nutrition disorders – Rare: Hypokalaemia. Potentially serious hypokalaemia may result from beta2 agonist therapy.Nervous system disorders – Very common: Tremor. Common: Headache. Very rare: Hyperactivity.Cardiac disorders – Common: Tachycardia, palpitations. Rare: Cardiac arrhythmias including atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia and extrasystoles.Vascular disorders- Rare: Peripheral vasodilatation.Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders – Common: Muscle cramps. Very rare: Feeling of muscle tension.
Drug Interactions
Propranolol , monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) , digoxin , theophylline or aminophylline) , prednisolone , (such as frusemide) , such as insulin, metformin or glibenclamide .
Indication
Salbutamol are indicated for the relief of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma of all types, chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
When not to Use
It is contra-indicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of their components. Non-i.v. formulations of must not be used to arrest uncomplicated premature labour or threatened abortion.