Salmeter 200 Inhaler Information

Salmeter 200 Inhaler is a prescription drug, available for use as Inhaler. Asthma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Salmeter 200 Inhaler 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 Salmeter 200 Inhaler. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Salmeter 200 Inhaler also has some side effects, the most common being Shortness of Breath. Some other side effects of Salmeter 200 Inhaler have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Salmeter 200 Inhaler normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Salmeter 200 Inhaler's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Salmeter 200 Inhaler's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Salmeter 200 Inhaler are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Salmeter 200 Inhaler may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Salmeter 200 Inhaler is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Salmeter Benefits & Uses
Salmeter Dosage & How to Take
Salmeter Side Effects
Salmeter Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Salmeter with Other Drugs
Salmeter Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Salmeter
Salmeter Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Salmeter 200 Inhaler Benefits & Uses

Salmeter 200 Inhaler is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Salmeter 200 Inhaler Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for children 4 years or older

Salmeter 200 Inhaler Related Warnings

Is the use of Salmeter 200 Inhaler safe for pregnant women?

Salmeter may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Salmeter again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Salmeter 200 Inhaler safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Salmeter. If you see any side effects, stop taking Salmeter immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Salmeter again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Salmeter 200 Inhaler on the Kidneys?

Salmeter rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Salmeter 200 Inhaler on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Salmeter. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Salmeter 200 Inhaler on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Salmeter. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Salmeter 200 Inhaler with Other Drugs

Salmeter 200 Inhaler should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Selegiline

Itraconazole

Indinavir

Moderate

Salmeter 200 Inhaler Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Salmeter 200 Inhaler unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Hyperthyroidism
Liver Disease
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Salmeter 200 Inhaler

Is this Salmeter 200 Inhaler habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Salmeter 200 Inhaler.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Salmeter 200 Inhaler since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Salmeter 200 Inhaler only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Salmeter 200 Inhaler is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Salmeter 200 Inhaler Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Salmeter 200 Inhaler

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Salmeter 200 Inhaler, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Salmeter 200 Inhaler

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Salmeter 200 Inhaler with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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