Store the canister at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not keep this medicine inside a car where it could be exposed to extreme heat or cold. Do not poke holes in the canister or throw it into a fire, even if the canister is empty. There is a problem with information submitted for this request.
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For inhaled quick-relief medicine like albuterol , wait about 1 minute between puffs. There is no need to wait between puffs for other medicines. Dry Powder Inhalers Dry powder inhalers are used differently. Cleaning The inhaler should be cleaned often to prevent buildup that will clog the inhaler. Once a day, clean the inhaler and cap by rinsing them in warm running water.
Let them dry before you use it again. Twice a week wash the plastic mouthpiece with mild dishwashing soap and warm water. Rinse and dry it well before putting it back. Knowing When To Replace Your Inhaler Some inhalers now include counters so you always know how many puffs are remaining in the device.
For a medicine you take each day: Take the number of puffs in the canister when it is full, and divide it by the number of puffs you take every day. This will tell you how many days your inhaler will last. For example: Your inhaler canister has puffs in it, you are told to take 8 puffs total every day.
For quick-relief medicine, take as needed and count each puff. To keep track of this, use a check off sheet View a printer-friendly version of this page. Asthma Basics All About Asthma. Is Your Asthma Under Control? Speak to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if you're finding it hard to stop smoking. There is help available on the NHS. Salbutamol can make you feel dizzy or shaky. If this happens, do not drive, cycle or use tools or machinery until you feel better.
Page last reviewed: 23 October Next review due: 23 October Salbutamol inhaler - Brand names: Ventolin, Airomir, Asmalal, Easyhaler, Pulvinal, Salamol, Easi-Breathe, Salbulin On this page About inhaled salbutamol Key facts Who can and cannot use salbutamol inhalers How and when to use your inhaler How to use your inhaler Side effects How to cope with side effects of salbutamol inhalers Pregnancy and breastfeeding Cautions with other medicines Common questions about salbutamol inhalers.
About inhaled salbutamol Salbutamol is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD such as coughing, wheezing and feeling breathless.
This medicine is only available on prescription. Help us improve our website Can you answer a quick question about your visit today? Salbutamol inhalers are safe and effective with few side effects if you use them as advised by your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Salbutamol inhalers are called "reliever" inhalers because they give you quick relief from breathing problems when you need it. In most cases, you will be given another inhaler to "prevent" your symptoms and you should use this regularly every day.
If you need to use your salbutamol inhaler more than 3 times a week, it could be a sign that your breathing problem is not well controlled. Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Salbutamol is safe to use in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Salbutamol can be used by adults and children of all ages.
Salbutamol is not suitable for people with certain health problems. Check with your doctor before starting salbutamol if you: have had an allergic reaction to salbutamol or any other medicines in the past take other medicines including ones you buy from a pharmacy, herbal remedies or supplements have a rare inherited digestive disorder of galactose intolerance, the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactase malabsorption. This is because many salbutamol products contain lactose.
Do not have lactose if you have these conditions If you have a lactose intolerance, however, the amount of lactose in salbutamol products is too small to cause you any problems.
The normal way for adults and children to use their inhaler is: 1 or 2 puffs of salbutamol when you need it up to a maximum of 4 times in 24 hours regardless of whether you have 1 puff or 2 puffs at a time Salbutamol is sometimes prescribed to prevent breathing symptoms happening in the first place. If you need to use your inhaler more than 4 times in 24 hours: it may mean that your health problem is getting worse and that you need different treatment you are more likely to get side effects such as increased heart rate, jitteriness, nervousness and headaches Make an appointment to see your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you need to use your inhaler: more than 4 times in 24 hours more than 2 days of each week in the middle of the night at least once a week.
During an asthma attack In a sudden asthma attack you can use your inhaler more and take up to 10 puffs. What if I use too much? Your salbutamol inhaler works quickly to make your breathing easier. Important To get the most from your inhaler, you should have your technique checked regularly. Using a spacer with the inhaler If you or your child find it difficult to use an inhaler, your doctor may give you a spacer to use with it.
Spacers are especially useful for giving salbutamol to young children. Watch a video Search for your inhaler, and watch a short video on the Asthma UK website on how to use your inhaler. Common side effects More than 1 in people have these side effects after taking 1 or 2 puffs of their inhaler: feeling shaky faster heartbeat for a short while but no chest pain headaches muscle cramps These side effects are not dangerous and they should gradually improve as your body gets used to salbutamol.
Serious side effects It happens rarely, but some people may have very serious side effects when taking salbutamol. Call a doctor straight away if you get: muscle pain or weakness, muscle cramps, or a heartbeat that does not feel normal — this can be a sign of low potassium levels very bad dizziness or you pass out chest pain, especially if you also have a fast heartbeat or your heartbeat does not feel normal a very bad headache Serious allergic reaction It is possible to have a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to salbutamol.
Information: You can report any suspected side effect using the Yellow Card safety scheme. Visit Yellow Card for further information.
What to do about: feeling shaky — see if your asthma or COPD symptoms get better with just 1 puff of your inhaler rather than 2. If you find you need 2 puffs for symptom relief, be reassured that the shakiness will wear off after a short time. If this happens regularly, talk to your doctor or nurse as you may need your treatment reviewed so that you do not need to use your salbutamol as often.
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