Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet (Salbutamol 4mg / Theophylline 200mg)

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet is prescribed to treat obstruction due to asthma or COPD. This medicine belongs to the short-acting beta-2 agonists class of drugs. This medicine can also be used to delay delivery in women undergoing premature labour. It is very useful for preventing asthma symptoms due to exercise and other conditions too.

Some of its side effects include feeling a bit shaky, headache, uneven heart beat, flushing, muscle cramps, irritation or dryness of the mouth and throat, low blood potassium levels, weakness, restlessness, dizziness, bronchospasm and lactic acidosis.

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet should be used with caution in those with severe asthma, heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, an overactive thyroid gland, infection of the lungs, arrhythmias, those who have intolerance to some sugars or those with low levels of potassium in their blood.

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet is usually used with a nebuliser or inhaler but is also available as an intravenous solution and a pill. Dosage is based on your age, gender, response to therapy, medical condition, and use of certain interacting medicines.

Treatment of Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet Overdosage/Toxicology : Prudent use of a cardioselective beta-adrenergic blocker (eg, atenolol or metoprolol); keep in mind the potential for induction of bronchoconstriction in an asthmatic. Dialysis has not been shown to be of value in the treatment of an overdose with this agent.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

Use

The primary use of this medication is as follows:

Asthma

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (Copd)

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Side Effects

Common side effects of this medicine include:

Tachycardia

Stomach Upset

Nausea

Flushing

Hypotension

Nervousness

Insomnia

Dizziness

Light Headedness

Drowsiness

Headache

Heartburn

Tremor

Weakness

Cough

Chest Pain

Loss Of Appetite

Dosage

Are there any missed dose instructions?

You must try not to miss any dosages. Even if you do, make sure that you consume the medicine as soon as you remember but skip the missed dose if you are nearing the time for the next dosage.
Are there any overdose instructions?

If happen to overdose on this medicine by mistake, it is important to consult a doctor with immediate effect.

Work

This medication belongs to the class of a short-acting beta-2 agonist that stimulates beta-2 receptors in the lungs. In Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease conditions like asthma where the airways become constricted, this medicine opens the airways, and makes it easier for you to breathe.