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Salbair 100 Transhaler, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Inhaler. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma. Salbair 100 Transhaler also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Salbair 100 Transhaler depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Salbair 100 Transhaler have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Salbair 100 Transhaler 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.
It is also important to note that Salbair 100 Transhaler has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Salbair 100 Transhaler's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Salbair 100 Transhaler contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Salbair 100 Transhaler have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Salbair 100 Transhaler, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Salbair 100 Transhaler 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
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 Salbair 100 Transhaler safe for pregnant women?
Salbair may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Salbair, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Salbair 100 Transhaler safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Salbair. If you see any side effects, stop taking Salbair immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Salbair again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Salbair 100 Transhaler on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Salbair on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Salbair 100 Transhaler on the Liver?
Using Salbair does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Salbair 100 Transhaler on the Heart?
Salbair is rarely harmful for the heart.
Salbair 100 Transhaler 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 Salbair 100 Transhaler unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Salbair 100 Transhaler habit forming or addictive?
Salbair 100 Transhaler does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Salbair 100 Transhaler. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Salbair 100 Transhaler is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Salbair 100 Transhaler in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Salbair 100 Transhaler
Taking Salbair 100 Transhaler with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Salbair 100 Transhaler
Consumption of alcohol and Salbair 100 Transhaler together may have severe effects on your health.
The effect of interaction between these two drugs is not clear because Benadryl (diphenhydramine) increased sedation while as Salbair decreased sedation. Hence, you are advised to discuss it with your doctor first before taking these two drugs together.
No, Salbair should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Salbair can help with coughing. Excessive mucus on the lining of the airway causes decreased airflow and coughing. Salbair widens the airway through its vasodilation actions which provide relief to the patients from coughing.
No, taking Salbair and albuterol together should be avoided because both drugs belong to the same class of medicine (beta-2 adrenergic agonists). Taking these two drugs at the same time may increase the chances of facing many side effects such as insomnia, low potassium levels, increased heart rate, and blood pressure.
You should take Salbair for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking Salbair even when you start feeling well and do not take it longer than prescribed 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