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💨 Salbutamol Inhalation (MDI/DPI) 100 mcg/dose
✅ DESCRIPTION
Salbutamol is a short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist (SABA). It is delivered via inhalation to provide rapid bronchodilation, helping to relieve symptoms of bronchospasm.
🧪 FORMULATION
- Strength: 100 micrograms per dose
- Form: Inhaler — Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) or Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI)
- Route: Inhalation through mouth
- Device: Pressurized canister (MDI) or dry powder capsule/blister (DPI)
🌿 NATURE
- Fast-acting bronchodilator
- Sympathomimetic agent
- Provides local action in lungs
📌 USES
- Acute bronchospasm in asthma
- Exercise-induced asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Preventive use before exposure to known triggers (exercise, allergens)
🌟 ADVANTAGES
- Rapid onset of action (within minutes)
- Direct delivery to lungs → quick relief
- Fewer systemic side effects compared to oral form
- Portable & easy to use with correct technique
- Preferred for emergency relief
⚠️ PRECAUTIONS
- Proper inhaler technique is essential for effectiveness
- Do not exceed recommended doses
- Caution in heart disease, thyrotoxicosis, or seizure disorders
- Overuse may lead to tolerance or paradoxical bronchospasm
❌ CONTRAINDICATIONS
- Hypersensitivity to salbutamol or components of the inhaler
- Severe cardiac arrhythmia
💢 SIDE EFFECTS
- Fine muscle tremors (common)
- Palpitations, rapid heartbeat
- Nervousness, restlessness
- Dry mouth or throat irritation
- Hypokalemia (low potassium) in high doses
🧊 STORAGE
- Store below 30°C
- Keep canister away from direct sunlight or heat
- Do not puncture or burn, even when empty
- Replace cap tightly after use