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Combimist is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Inhaler, Respules. The alternative uses of Combimist have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Combimist. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Combimist include Throat Irritation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Combimist can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Combimist 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.
It is also important to note that Combimist has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Combimist's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Combimist contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Combimist may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Combimist is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Combimist is used to treat the following -
Other 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Combimist safe for pregnant women?
Combimist may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Combimist again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Combimist safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Combimist. Immediately discontinue Combimist if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Combimist on the Kidneys?
Combimist rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Combimist on the Liver?
Side effects of Combimist rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Combimist on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Combimist. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Combimist 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 Combimist unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Combimist habit forming or addictive?
Combimist does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Combimist
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Combimist together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Combimist
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Combimist with alcohol will be.
Combimist 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 Combimist to get instant relief from breathing difficulties.
Yes, Combimist can be taken after paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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.
Yes, Combimist causes dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
Take Combimist as long as you do not get complete symptomatic relief. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
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