Salbutamol is a relatively selective ?2 adrenoreceptor stimulant. It is more specific than both isoprenaline and orciprenaline for adrenergic ?2 receptors. Salbutamol is a sympathomimetic agent which has a highly selective action on ? adrenergic receptors in bronchial muscle. It provides short acting (4 to 6 hour) bronchodilation with fast onset (within 5 minutes) in reversible airway obstruction. ?2 adrenoceptor agonist is used in the treatment of asthma and other forms of diffuse reversible airways obstruction.
Sultolin HFA (MDI) Inhaler
৳ 195.00
Salbutamol (Inhalation Aerosol)
(in Inhaler form)
Dosage:
Adults:
For the relief of acute bronchospasm and for managing intermittent episodes of asthma: One or two puffs as a single dose
For chronic maintenance or prophylactic therapy: Two puffs three or four times daily
For prevention of exercise induced bronchospasm: Two puffs before exertion
For prevention of exercise induced bronchospasm: Two puffs should be taken at least 15 minutes before exertion
Children:
For the relief of acute bronchospasm, management of episodic asthma and for prevention of exercise induced bronchospasm: One puff may be administered as a single dose. Only for the use of medical professionals
For routine maintenance and prophylaxis: One puff three or four times daily, increasing if necessary to two puffs three or four times daily
Elderly: The dosage is the same as that for adults.
Manufacturer: Square Pharmaceutical Ltd.