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Generic: Levosalbutamol

Form: Syrup 1mg/5ml

Indication

Asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Adult Dose

Oral Adults: 1-2 mg, three times daily. Inhaler: 1-2 puffs as required Nebuliser Solutions Adults: The recommended starting dosage is 0.63 mg administered three to four times a day, every 6 to 8 hours, by nebulization. Patients 12 years of age and older with more severe asthma or patients who do not respond adequately to a dose of 0.63 mg of Levosalbutamol Nebuliser Solution, may benefit from a dosage of 1.25 mg three times a day. Levosalbutamol Nebuliser Solution is supplied in unit-dose ampoules and requires no dilution before administration by nebulization.

Child Dose

Oral Children above 12 years: 1-2 mg, three times daily. Children (6 -11 years): 5 ml (1 mg), three times daily. Children (2 -5 years): Up to 0.1 mg/kg body weight (not more than 1 mg) three times daily. Inhaler: 1-2 puffs as required Nebuliser Solutions Child above 12 years old: The recommended starting dosage is 0.63 mg administered three to four times a day, every 6 to 8 hours, by nebulization. Patients 12 years of age and older with more severe asthma or patients who do not respond adequately to a dose of 0.63 mg of Levosalbutamol Nebuliser Solution, may benefit from a dosage of 1.25 mg three times a day. Children (6 months-11 years): The recommended dosage is 0.31 mg administered three times a day, by nebulization. Routine dosing should not exceed 0.63 mg three times a day. Levosalbutamol Nebuliser Solution is supplied in unit-dose ampoules and requires no dilution before administration by nebulization.

Contraindication

Levosalbutamol is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Levosalbutamol or any of its components.

Mode of Action

Levosalbutamol is a single isomer beta-2 agonist that differs from racemic salbutamol by elimination of (S)-salbutamol. Levosalbutamol is an effective bronchodilator whose primary mechanism of action is unimpeded by (S)-salbutamol.Thus, when compared with racemic salbutamol, clinically comparable bronchodilation can be achieved with doses that substantially lessen beta-mediated side effects. Levosalbutamol produces bronchodilatation through stimulation of beta-2-adrenergic receptors in bronchial smooth muscles, thereby causing relaxation of bronchial muscle fibres.

Precaution

Particular caution is advised in acute severe asthma as this effect may be potentiated by hypoxia and by concomitant treatment with xanthine derivatives, steroids and diuretics. Serum potassium levels should be monitored in such situations.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ 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.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ 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.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established