Salbutamol Inhaler: 100mcg Metered Dose (200 Doses)

Salbutamol Inhaler: 100mcg Metered Dose (200 Doses)

Salbutamol is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and feeling breathless.

Salbutamol works by relaxing the muscles of the airways into the lungs, which makes it easier to breathe.

Salbutamol comes in an inhaler (puffer).

Salbutamol Patient Information

• Salbutamol inhalers are effective and safe with few side effects if you use them as advised by a medical professional.
• Salbutamol inhalers are referred to as reliever inhalers as they provide fast relief from breathing problems when used. Patients will also usually be given a separate preventer inhaler to help prevent symptoms and will use this every day.
• If patients need to use a salbutamol inhaler more than 3 times a week, it could be a sign that their condition is not well controlled. This should be discussed with a pharmacist or medical professional.
• Salbutamol is safe to use during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding.

Who can use Salbutamol inhalers?

Most adults and children of all ages can use salbutamol inhalers.

Who may not be able to use Salbutamol inhalers?

Salbutamol is not suitable for some people.

To make sure it's safe for you, check with your doctor before starting to use Salbutamol if you have:

• ever had an allergic reaction to salbutamol or any other medicine
• any heart problems
• an overactive thyroid
• low levels of potassium in your blood
• diabetes

Salbutamol Carer Information

When using Salbutamol by inhalation:

For inhalation by aerosol or dry powder, advise patients and carers not to exceed prescribed dose and to follow manufacturer’s directions.

If a previously effective dose of inhaled salbutamol fails to provide at least 3 hours relief, a doctor’s advice should be obtained as soon as possible.

Contents

• 1 x Salbutamol Inhaler containing 200 x 100mcg Metered Doses

References and useful links for more information on Salbutamol:

• National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE): https://bnf.nice.org.uk/drugs/salbutamol/
• NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/salbutamol-inhaler/about-salbutamol-inhalers/
• Report an issue with a medicine to the MHRA Yellow Card scheme: https://yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk/