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Salphyllin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Salphyllin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Salphyllin. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Salphyllin are Throat Irritation, Constipation, Heartburn. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Salphyllin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Salphyllin 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Salphyllin is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Salphyllin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Salphyllin related warnings section.
Salphyllin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Salphyllin in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Salphyllin contraindications section.
Besides this, Salphyllin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Salphyllin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Salphyllin 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Salphyllin safe for pregnant women?
Salphyllin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Salphyllin without medical advice.
Is the use of Salphyllin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Salphyllin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Salphyllin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Salphyllin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Salphyllin on the Liver?
Salphyllin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Salphyllin on the Heart?
Side effects of Salphyllin rarely affect the heart.
Salphyllin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Salphyllin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Salphyllin habit forming or addictive?
Salphyllin does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Salphyllin
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Salphyllin together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Salphyllin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Salphyllin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Salphyllin help in providing relief from cough, chest tightness and wheezing in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) which is caused by narrowing of the airways.
Salphyllin is a prescription drug, hence do not take Salphyllin without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Salphyllin 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.
Salphyllin 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 Salphyllin to get instant relief from breathing difficulties.
Yes, Salphyllin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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