PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Asthalin 4mg Tablet is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing, and breathlessness. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.
You can take Asthalin 4mg Tablet with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well.
This medicine is generally safe however it may cause tremors, headaches, palpitation, fast heart rate, and muscle cramps in some people. These are often not dangerous and should gradually improve as your body gets used to the medicine. There are other, rarer, side effects and you should call your doctor straight away if you get chest pain, a very bad headache, or very bad dizziness.
Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid gland, a history of heart problems, diabetes, or low levels of potassium in your blood to make sure it is safe. Also, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. This medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky so avoid driving, cycling, or using tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.
USES OF ASTHALIN TABLET
Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
BENEFITS OF ASTHALIN TABLET
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Bronchodilators like Asthalin 4mg Tablet help the airways in your lungs stay open. They work by relaxing the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ASTHALIN TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Asthalin
- Tremors
- Headache
- Palpitations
- Increased heart rate
- Muscle cramp
HOW TO USE ASTHALIN TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Asthalin 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW ASTHALIN TABLET WORKS
Asthalin 4mg Tablet is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol – CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Asthalin 4mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy – CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Asthalin 4mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding – SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Asthalin 4mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving – UNSAFE
Asthalin 4mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Asthalin 4mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney – CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Asthalin 4mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver – CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Asthalin 4mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.