SALBAIR-I INHALER

Uses and Benefits of SALBAIR-I INHALER (SALBUTAMOL 100MCG + BECLOMETASONE 50MCG)

This combination is mainly used for the long-term management and relief of asthma symptoms such as wheezing, breathlessness and chest tightness.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Control and prevention of asthma symptoms
• Relief of sudden breathing difficulty and wheezing
• Reducing airway inflammation in asthma
• Long-term maintenance therapy for chronic asthma as prescribed by your doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Salbutamol relaxes the muscles around the airways, opening them up quickly to ease breathing
• Beclometasone is a steroid that reduces swelling and inflammation inside the airways over time
• Together they provide both quick relief and long-term control of asthma symptoms

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for treating chest infections or pneumonia
• Not a cure for asthma, only controls symptoms
• Not meant for emergency use in severe, life-threatening breathing attacks without doctor guidance
• Not for use in cough due to common cold unrelated to asthma

Side Effects of SALBAIR-I INHALER (SALBUTAMOL 100MCG + BECLOMETASONE 50MCG)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Mild throat irritation
• Hoarseness of voice
• Headache
• Mild tremors or shakiness in hands
• Fast heartbeat after inhalation

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Muscle cramps
• Nervousness or restlessness
• Dry mouth
• Oral thrush (white patches in mouth) due to steroid component
• Mild nausea

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe chest pain or irregular heartbeat
• Sudden worsening of breathing after using the inhaler
• Signs of allergic reaction such as swelling of face, lips or throat, or skin rash
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Vision changes or eye pain (rare, with long-term steroid use)

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use SALBAIR-I INHALER (SALBUTAMOL 100MCG + BECLOMETASONE 50MCG)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Use only by inhalation through the mouth, as prescribed by your doctor
• Shake the inhaler well before each use
• Breathe out fully, then inhale the dose slowly and deeply while pressing the inhaler
• Hold your breath for a few seconds after inhaling, then breathe out slowly
• Rinse your mouth with water after use to reduce throat irritation and risk of oral thrush
• Use at the same times each day for best results
• Do not increase the dose or frequency on your own

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat and sunlight
• Keep away from moisture
• Do not puncture, break or burn the inhaler canister
• Keep out of reach of children
• Check the expiry date and dispose of the inhaler safely after use is complete

Safety Information and Precautions for SALBAIR-I INHALER (SALBUTAMOL 100MCG + BECLOMETASONE 50MCG)

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to salbutamol, beclometasone or any other ingredient in the inhaler
• Have an active, untreated respiratory infection without doctor supervision

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have heart disease, high blood pressure or irregular heartbeat
• Have diabetes, as steroids can affect blood sugar
• Have thyroid problems
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have a history of tuberculosis or other lung infections
• Have osteoporosis or bone-related conditions

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other bronchodilators or asthma inhalers
• Beta-blockers used for heart conditions or blood pressure
• Diuretics (water pills)
• Steroid tablets or other corticosteroid medicines
• Certain antidepressants or medicines for irregular heartbeat

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I use this inhaler for sudden severe breathlessness?

This is mainly for regular control of asthma; discuss with your doctor whether a separate fast-relief inhaler is also needed for emergencies.

Will I need to use this inhaler daily?

Most people need to use it regularly as prescribed, even when feeling well, to keep asthma under control.

Can children use this medicine?

• It may be prescribed for children by a doctor at an appropriate dose and device, so do not use it in children without medical advice.
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