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Levolin 50 Inhaler, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Inhaler. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma. Secondary and off-label uses of Levolin 50 Inhaler have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levolin 50 Inhaler. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Levolin 50 Inhaler have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Levolin 50 Inhaler are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Levolin 50 Inhaler's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Levolin 50 Inhaler's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Levolin 50 Inhaler are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Levolin 50 Inhaler may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levolin 50 Inhaler is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Levolin 50 Inhaler is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Levolin 50 Inhaler is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Levolin 50 Inhaler safe for pregnant women?
Levolin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Levolin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Levolin 50 Inhaler safe during breastfeeding?
Levolin 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 Levolin 50 Inhaler on the Kidneys?
Levolin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levolin 50 Inhaler on the Liver?
Levolin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Levolin 50 Inhaler on the Heart?
Levolin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Levolin 50 Inhaler should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levolin 50 Inhaler unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levolin 50 Inhaler habit forming or addictive?
Levolin 50 Inhaler does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Levolin 50 Inhaler. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Levolin 50 Inhaler only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Levolin 50 Inhaler for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Levolin 50 Inhaler
It is safe to take Levolin 50 Inhaler with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levolin 50 Inhaler
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Levolin 50 Inhaler as it can have severe side effects.
No, Levolin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Levolin does not contains steroids. It contains levosalbutamol which belongs to the class of drugs known as beta-2-adrenergic agonists (bronchodilators). It is used to provide relief from bronchospasm mainly in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Yes, Levolin may cause blood pressure fluctuations (such as hypertension or hypotension). However, it is a rare side effect of this drug which occurs in a few cases only. If you are already suffering from any heart disease then inform your doctor about it so that he may take precautions in advance.
Levolin is a bronchodilator which causes widening of bronchial smooth muscles present in the lungs which get tightened causing a constriction. Due to the constriction, the air cannot pass in and out of your lungs, and the relaxation of these bronchial muscles results in dilation of airways. This helps the patients breathe more easily which provides relief to the patient from the symptoms such as wheezing, and chest tightness.
The dosage and duration of Levolin may vary depending upon the age and medical condition of the patient. Hence you are advised to take Levolin as advised by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xopenex® (levalbuterol hydrochloride)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 763-765