Ventolin

(Salbutamol Diskus)
Manufactured by Glaxo Smith Kline

Ventolin (Salbutamol Diskus)

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200mcg
3 x 60 doses Diskus w/ device
$89.69
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200mcg
60 doses Diskus w/ device
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Ventolin

Ventolin belongs to the family of drugs known as a beta 2 agonist and bronchodilator (inhalation) medication commonly used to prevent and treat the symptoms in people with mild to moderate asthma. Ventolin/Salbutamol works by acting on receptors in the lungs called beta 2 receptors. Generic name of Ventolin is Salbutamol. Ventolin is being manufactured by Glaxo Smith Kline Pharmaceuticals and is available in 100mcg Aerosol.

What are the most common problems for which Ventolin/Salbutamol is used?

Ventolin/Salbutamol is used to prevent and treat the symptoms in people with mild to moderate asthma. Asthma is a chronic disease in which sufferers have repeated attacks of difficulty in breathing and coughing. To understand what happens in asthmatic attacks it is helpful to visualize the basic structure of the airway tubes of the lung (bronchi).

Ventolin/Salbutamol is generally used for the treatment of emphysema.

Ventolin/Salbutamol is often used for the treatment of wheezing or breathing difficulties (bronchospasm) brought on by allergens, irritants, or exercise in patients who have mild to moderate asthma.

Ventolin/Salbutamol is also used for the treatment and complete relief for symptoms of bronchitis.

Ventolin/Salbutamol is also used to prevent asthma attacks and other conditions involving inflammation of the lung tissues.

Ventolin/Salbutamol may also be used for relieve other conditions that determined by your doctor's or consultant.

How does Ventolin/Salbutamol work?

Ventolin belongs to the family of drugs known as a beta 2 agonist and bronchodilator (inhalation) medication commonly used to prevent and treat the symptoms in people with mild to moderate asthma. Ventolin/Salbutamol works by acting on receptors in the lungs called beta 2 receptors. Stimulation of these receptors causes the muscles in the airways to relax, allowing the airways to open. In conditions where there is narrowing of the airways, such as asthma, emphysema and bronchitis, it is difficult for air to get in and out of the lungs. By opening the airways, Ventolin/Salbutamol makes it easier to breathe. Inhaling the Ventolin/Salbutamol medicine allows it to work directly in the lungs where it is needed most. Ventolin/Salbutamol works very quickly to relieve asthma attacks or shortness of breath. Ventolin/Salbutamol inhalers can also be used to open the airways shortly before exercising.

Is any prescription required to get Ventolin/Salbutamol?

Yes, prescription is necessary, it's better to use Ventolin/Salbutamol with a valid prescription. Because some times in such conditions Ventolin/Salbutamol is more harmful for health so, it is better to use Ventolin/Salbutamol under doctor's guidance or according to your medical consultant.

Dosages of Ventolin/Salbutamol?

Ventolin/Salbutamol always takes under doctor's guidance. The recommended doses of Ventolin/Salbutamol will be different for different patients, according to the requirements of each patient; you continue to take it for as long as your doctor prescribes. If you can not tolerate the recommended dosage, your doctor can prescribe a dose that sufficient for you. The recommended dose is 2 inhalations 4 times a day at regular intervals or as prescribed by your health care provider.

What is the minimum duration for which Ventolin/Salbutamol should be taken?

The duration of taking Ventolin/Salbutamol is not constant; it depends according to the problem. Your doctor or consultant can describe you better about the time period for which duration Ventolin/Salbutamol should be taken or until the medication is deemed effective.

Are there any side effects of Ventolin/Salbutamol?

Possible side effects that occur during the use of Ventolin/Salbutamol :

  • Allergic reaction
  • Hives
  • Itching
  • Rash
  • Trouble breathing
  • Tightness in your chest
  • Swelling of your lips, tongue, and throat
  • Chest pain
  • Increased trouble breathing
  • Irregular or fast heartbeat
  • Hallucinations
  • Chest irritation
  • Coughing
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Restlessness
  • Trembling
  • Pounding heartbeat
  • Weakness

Under what circumstances Ventolin/Salbutamol should not be used?

If you have an allergy to Ventolin/Salbutamol or any other ingredients of this medicine, then should not be used.

If you are suffering to the problem of Diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes), Ventolin/Salbutamol should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are suffering to kidney disease, Ventolin/Salbutamol should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are suffering to the problem of high blood pressure and heart disease, Ventolin/Salbutamol should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are suffering to Liver disease or Tuberculosis and thyroid problems, Ventolin/Salbutamol should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are pregnant and plan to be pregnant, Ventolin/Salbutamol should not be used without consultation of doctor.

If you are suffering to breastfeeding, Ventolin/Salbutamol should not be used without consultation of doctor.

Under which storage conditions Ventolin/Salbutamol should be kept?

Ventolin/Salbutamol should be stored in cupboard at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not store Ventolin/Salbutamol in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Keep always Ventolin/Salbutamol medicine out of the reach of children.

Major drug Manufacturers

  • Glaxo Smith Kline Pharmaceuticals
  • Sanofi Aventis Pharmaceuticals
  • Aventis Pharma Inc.
  • Glaxo Wellcome Pharmaceuticals
  • Rhone-Poulenc Rorer Pharmaceuticals Inc
  • 3M Health Care Limited
  • IVAX Pharmaceuticals
  • Dey Pharmaceuticals
  • Schering-Plough Pharmaceuticals

Similar drugs Ventolin/Salbutamol

  • Albuterol inhalation
  • AccuNeb Solution
  • Proventil Aerosol
  • Proventil HFA
  • Proventil Solution
  • Ventolin HFA Aerosol
  • Ventolin Nebules
  • Ventolin Solution
  • Vospire ER
  • Nedocromil sodium
  • Intal
  • Intal Inhaler
  • Intal Syncroner
  • Cromoglicic Acid
  • Sodium Cromoglycate
  • Intal Spincaps
  • Intal Nebuliser Solution
  • Cromogen Inhaler

From where can one get Ventolin/Salbutamol?

Anyone can buy Ventolin/Salbutamol from Online Canadian Pharmacy, which is available at a discounted price, 50% off, in Canada, and the best way to get Ventolin/Salbutamol is by logging on to http://www.abconlinepharmacy.com for online orders. This pharmacy provides you with drugs at cheap and affordable prices. One can order the medicine and pay through VISA, MasterCard or international money order.

Why to buy Ventolin/Salbutamol drug from Canada?

It is cheaper to buy Ventolin/Salbutamol from Online Canadian Pharmacy, because Canadian government regulates the prices of Ventolin/Salbutamol and also because of the very common reason of exchange rate. Since, the Canadian dollar is cheaper as compared to the US Dollars, so one can buy more Ventolin/Salbutamol from Canada, there by saving a lot of money.

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