Purisal 1

Generic

Levosalbutamol.

 

Indications

Adults, adolescents, and children 6 years of age and older with reversible obstructive airway disease should use levosalbutamol for the treatment or prevention of bronchospasm.

 

Pharmacology

Levosalbutamol may be a single isomer beta 2-agonist that varies from racemic salbutamol by disposal of (S)-salbutamol. Levosalbutamol is an compelling bronchodilator whose essential component of activity is unrestricted by (S)-salbutamol. Hence, when compared with racemic salbutamol, clinically comparable bronchodilation can be accomplished with dosages that significantly reduce beta-mediated side impacts.

 

Dosage & Administration

Tablet-

• Adults and adolescents above 12 years: 1-2 mg three times daily.
• Children (6 -11 years): 1 mg three times daily.

Syrup-

• Adults: 5-10 ml three times daily.
• Children (6-11 years): 5 ml three times daily.

 

Interaction

With Levosalbutamol, other short-acting sympathomimetic bronchodilators or epinephrine should be taken with caution. If any extra adrenergic medicines are to be given, they will be given with caution to avoid negative cardiovascular consequences.

 

Contraindications

Levosalbutamol is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to levosalbutamol or any of its components.

 

Side Effect

Hypocalcemia, palpitation, tiny skeletal muscle tremors, and muscle cramps are all possible side effects. Nausea, vomiting, scorching substernal or epigastric discomfort, and diarrhea are all possible side effects.

 

Pregnancy & Lactation

The sedate ought to be utilized amid pregnancy as it were in case the potential advantage legitimizes the potential hazard of the baby. It isn't known whether Levosalbutamol is excreted in the human drain. Caution ought to be worked out when verbal Levosalbutamol is managed to a nursing lady.

 

Precautions & Warnings

In acute severe asthma, extra caution is advised since hypoxia and simultaneous therapy with xanthine derivatives, steroids, and diuretics can aggravate this impact. In such cases, serum potassium levels should be checked.

 

Therapeutic Class

Selective 2-adrenoceptor stimulants with a short half-life.

 

Storage Conditions

Keep away from light and moisture in a cool, dry location (below 30° C). Keep out of children's reach.

 

Pharmaceutical Name

Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.