Asmalin

Salbutamol tabs 4mg / syrup 2mg/5ml

Pharmacological Class
Selective B – adrenergic agonist

Indications:

• Relief of bronchiospasms in asthma
• Chronic Bronchitis
• Emphysema
• Management of uncomplicated premature labour in 3rd trimester

Dosage & Administration:

• Adults: 4mg TDS – Maximum 8mg TDS
• Children: 2-5 yrs: 2.5 – 5ml TDS or QiD
• 6-12yrs: 5ml TDS or QiD
• >12yrs: 4mg TDS or QiD
• In elderly : Initiate treatment with 2mg BD or TDS

Contra-indications:
Hypersensitivity to salbutamol
Do not use for threatened abortion

Pregnancy & Lactation:
Use in pregnancy if benefi t outweighs the risks to fetus
In lactation not recommended unless benefit outweighs the risks

Side Effects:

• Tremor of skeletal muscle / tension / peripheral Vasodilation
• Small increase in heart rate especially in elderly
• Hypersensitivity reactions
• Rarely muscle cramps
• Hypokalaemia
• Hyperactivity in children
• Cardiac arrythmias in susceptible patients
• Over – Dosage treatment
• Use a cardio – selective beta blocking agent