Apo Salbutamol HFA (Salbutamol)

Description

Apo Salbutamol HFA (Salbutamol) is a bronchodilator. It is typically used to treat or prevent sudden worsening of shortness of breath and wheezing (bronchospasm) in patients with asthma (a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and may produce extra mucus), and prevent shortness of breath during exercise. It may also have other uses.

Additional information

Apo Salbutamol HFA (Salbutamol) is typically inhaled as needed. You can repeat the dose every 4 to 6 hours. A maximum of 8 puffs in a 24 hour period is allowed. However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Breathe out as far as is comfortable. Just after starting to breathe in through your mouth, press down on the top of the inhaler to release the drug while still breathing in steadily and deeply. While holding your breath, take the inhaler from your mouth and take your finger from the top of the inhaler. Continue holding your breath for as long as is comfortable. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. If you forget a dose, contact your pharmacist.

WARNING: If you are also using an inhaled corticosteroid, always use Apo Salbutamol HFA first, wait a few minutes, then use your inhaled corticosteroid. Occasionally, inhaled medications such as Apo Salbutamol HFA may cause the airways to spasm and close up, making breathing even more difficulty (bronchospasm) and can be life-threatening. Use with caution in patients with diabetes (may increase blood sugar level), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid, a gland in the neck), or seizure disorders.

In addition to its desired action, Apo Salbutamol HFA (Salbutamol) may cause some side effects, notably:
It may cause excitement, nervousness, trembling, or palpitations (rapid heartbeat).
It may cause dizziness, headache, or trouble sleeping.
It may cause infections of the respiratory tract (e.g., sore throat), increase blood pressure, chest pain, or nausea.

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to Salbutamol or any component of the formulation.

Taking Apo Salbutamol HFA (Salbutamol) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor.

A treatment with Apo Salbutamol HFA (Salbutamol) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Apo Salbutamol HFA (Salbutamol)

Warning

Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.