{"id":28069,"date":"2022-10-25T10:36:33","date_gmt":"2022-10-25T10:36:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=28069"},"modified":"2022-10-28T11:24:07","modified_gmt":"2022-10-28T11:24:07","slug":"ventoline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/ventoline\/","title":{"rendered":"Ventoline &#8211; Salbutamol uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>2 mg\/ml&nbsp;solution for&nbsp;nebulizer<br>Salbutamol<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Ventoline is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ventoline is a bronchodilator medicine that makes breathing easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ventolin is used for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>symptom relief of bronchial contractions in&nbsp;asthma<\/li><li>relief of severe acute and&nbsp;chronic&nbsp;respiratory conditions (COPD).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Ventoline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not take Ventolin:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to\u00a0salbutamol\u00a0or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Ventoline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before starting treatment with Ventoline, consult a doctor if you have any of the following diseases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>cardiovascular disease<\/li><li>angina pectoris<\/li><li>increased thyroid function (&nbsp;hyperthyroidism&nbsp;)<\/li><li>condition with reduced potassium content in the blood<\/li><li>diabetes&nbsp;(sugar disease).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In isolated cases, eye problems (&nbsp;glaucoma&nbsp;with a narrow&nbsp;chamber angle&nbsp;) have been reported, when Ventoline was combined with ipratropium bromide and the solution got into the eyes.&nbsp;People suffering from&nbsp;glaucoma&nbsp;or showing signs of eye disease should avoid this combination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eye irritation and pain, visual phenomena, blurred vision, and red, irritated eyes can be signs of\u00a0acute\u00a0angle-closure\u00a0glaucoma\u00a0.\u00a0See an ophthalmologist immediately in such cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If the asthma symptoms increase or if the effect of Ventoline worsens, a doctor should be contacted immediately.\u00a0Do not exceed the <\/em>prescribed\u00a0dosage<em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop taking Ventoline and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms (&nbsp;angioedema&nbsp;):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>swelling of the face, tongue, or throat<\/li><li>difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>hives\u00a0and difficulty breathing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Ventoline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of treatment can be affected if Ventoline and certain other medicines are taken at the same time.\u00a0Therefore, consult a doctor before taking other concomitant medication.\u00a0Certain antihypertensive drugs (\u00a0beta blockers\u00a0) can cancel out the effect of Ventoline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No adverse effects on the fetus have been demonstrated when using Ventoline during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is unknown whether&nbsp;salbutamol&nbsp;passes into breast milk.&nbsp;Therefore, consult a doctor&nbsp;<em>before<\/em>&nbsp;use during breastfeeding.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving ability and use of machinery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0A description of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0Discuss with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Ventoline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dose&nbsp;is determined by the doctor, who adjusts it individually for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The medicine is inhaled using a special inhalation device (&nbsp;nebulizer&nbsp;).&nbsp;Instructions for how to use this are provided by healthcare personnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults and children aged 12 and over<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For adults and children from 12 years of age, a usual starting dose of&nbsp;salbutamol&nbsp;is 2.5 mg which can be increased to 5 mg if necessary and which is inhaled via&nbsp;nebulizer&nbsp;up to 4 times daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For children under 12 years of age, a usual starting dose of&nbsp;salbutamol&nbsp;inhaled via&nbsp;nebulizer is&nbsp;2.5 mg up to 4 times daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For children under 4 years of age, no recommendations can be made for&nbsp;dosage&nbsp;as the effect has not yet been established.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other forms of preparation may be more appropriate to give to children under 4 years of age.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you have taken too much Ventoline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if, for example,\u00a0a child has accidentally ingested the medicine, contact a doctor or hospital for an assessment of the risk and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of overdose, you may experience palpitations, tremors, and headaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have further questions about this medicine, contact your doctor or pharmacist.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Side effects&nbsp;are divided into the following categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Very common<\/em>&nbsp;(affects more than 1 person in 10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common<\/em>&nbsp;(may affect more than 1 in 100 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Uncommon<\/em>&nbsp;(affects less than 1 person in 100)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare<\/em>&nbsp;(affects less than 1 person in 1,000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Very rare<\/em>&nbsp;(affects less than 1 person in 10,000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common:<\/em>&nbsp;Tremors.&nbsp;Increased heart rate.&nbsp;Headache.&nbsp;Muscle cramps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Uncommon:<\/em>&nbsp;Palpitations.&nbsp;Irritation in the oral cavity and throat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare:<\/em>&nbsp;Decreased potassium content in the blood.&nbsp;Expansion of superficial blood vessels that can cause&nbsp;redness&nbsp;and a feeling of heat in the skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Very rare:\u00a0<\/em>Hypersensitivity reaction, e.g.\u00a0itching\u00a0and skin rash (hives), swelling of the face, tongue, and\/or throat (so-called\u00a0angioedema\u00a0), spasm in the trachea, drop in blood pressure.\u00a0Overactivity and sleep disorders.\u00a0Irregular heartbeat.\u00a0Lactic acidosis (a condition with increased lactic acid production in the body).\u00a0Chest pain (a sign of angina).*<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>* If chest pain (a sign of angina) should occur, you should talk to your doctor as soon as possible.\u00a0However, do not stop treatment on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inhalation treatment can cause spasms in the trachea through unclear mechanisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tremors and palpitations may occur, especially at the beginning of treatment.&nbsp;These usually disappear after a certain period of use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Ventoline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Store at a maximum of 30\u00b0C.<\/li><li>Store in the original packaging.\u00a0Light sensitive.<\/li><li>Use before the expiry date stated on the packaging after the Expiration date.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>Broken foil packaging of 10\u00a0single-dose containers\u00a0must be used within 3 months.\u00a0Any remaining contents of the single-dose container are discarded.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines must not be thrown into the drain or among the household waste.\u00a0Ask the pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer used.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance in the Ventoline solution for\u00a0the nebulizer\u00a0is\u00a0salbutamol.\u00a01 ml of solution contains 2 mg of\u00a0salbutamol\u00a0(as salbutamol sulfate).\u00a0Other ingredients are sodium chloride, and sulfuric acid (for\u00a0pH\u00a0adjustment to 4).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The solution does not contain\u00a0preservatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each\u00a0single-dose container\u00a0of 2.5 ml contains 5 mg of\u00a0salbutamol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The single-dose container is ready to use without dilution.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appearance and package sizes of the medicine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Packaging size 60\u00a0single-dose containers\u00a0packed in the foil of 10 pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Marketing Authorisation Holder:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GlaxoSmithKline AB, Box 516, 169 29 Solna<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Phone: 08-638 93 00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email: info.produkt@gsk.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Manufacturer:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aspen Bad Oldesloe GmbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Industriestrasse 32-36, 23843 Bad Oldesloe, Germany<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ventoline is a bronchodilator medicine that makes breathing 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