About salbutamo l
Short-acting beta-2 bronchodilator
Used for
- Relieves wheezing and breathlessness from asthma or other reversible airway narrowing.
- Used in nebulisers for acute bronchospasm, as prescribed.
Usual adult dose
Nebulised 2.5–5 mg per dose, usually every 4–6 hours as needed; severe attacks require supervised care.
Usual dose in children
Children aged 4–11 years: nebulised 2.5–5 mg per dose, usually every 4–6 hours as needed. Younger children need clinician-directed dosing.
Common side effects
- Shakiness or tremor
- Fast heartbeat or palpitations
- Headache
- Muscle cramps
Important warnings
- Frequent or increasing use may signal worsening asthma and needs prompt medical review.
- Seek urgent care for severe breathing difficulty or poor relief after treatment.
- May lower blood potassium, especially with repeated high doses.
- Use nebuliser doses as prescribed; excessive doses can cause serious heart effects.
Pregnancy
Use when needed under medical supervision; poorly controlled asthma can also harm mother and baby.
Breastfeeding
Usually compatible at inhaled doses; discuss use with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Beta-blockers, including propranolol, may reduce its effect or worsen bronchospasm.
- Other stimulants or beta-agonists can increase fast heartbeat and tremor.
- Diuretics, steroids, or theophylline may increase low-potassium risk.
- Some antidepressants and heart medicines can increase cardiovascular effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.