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Asthavil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Cough.
The right dosage of Asthavil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Asthavil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Asthavil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Asthavil's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Asthavil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Asthavil contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Asthavil have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Asthavil is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Asthavil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Asthavil safe for pregnant women?
Asthavil may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Asthavil, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Asthavil safe during breastfeeding?
Asthavil can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Asthavil on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Asthavil on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Asthavil on the Liver?
Side effects of Asthavil rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Asthavil on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Asthavil on heart. So it is not known whether taking Asthavil will cause side effects on heart or not.
Asthavil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Asthavil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Asthavil habit forming or addictive?
Asthavil does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Asthavil. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Asthavil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Asthavil for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Asthavil
You can take Asthavil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Asthavil
Taking Asthavil and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Asthavil is a brand name of salbutamol. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called selective beta-2-adrenoreceptor agonists (bronchodilators). It is available in forms of tablets, suspensions, and inhalers. It is mainly used to provide relief from bronchospasm in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Patients with long-term respiratory infections are also prescribed Asthavil to get instant relief from breathing difficulties.
On getting symptomatic relief with Asthavil its recommended to check with your doctor once before discontinuing this drug.
No, Asthavil does not contains steroids. It contains salbutamol which belongs to the class of drugs called selective beta-2-adrenoreceptor agonists (bronchodilators). It is used to provide relief from bronchospasm mainly in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Yes, Asthavil affects the blood pressure and can cause low blood pressure (hypotension) but this occurs only in a few cases who are taking more than recommended doses.
Tablet can be taken with or without food. Inhalers to be taken preferably on empty stomach to avoid delayed absorption and infections. For children more than 4 years of age and adults, two inhalations repeated every 4 to 6 hours is recommended or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension, hyperthyroidism, and diabetes mellitus.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Proventil® HFA (albuterol sulfate)
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