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About Avihist 4mg Tablet

SALBUTAMOL belongs to a class of medicines called 'bronchodilator' that makes breathing easier by relaxing the lungs' respiratory muscles and widening the airways (bronchi). It contains Salbutamol, which treats respiratory disorders like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis. Additionally, it relieves shortness of breath due to narrowed airways or bronchus. Asthma and COPD is a restrictive breathing disorder in which airways narrow, swell and may produce extra mucus, leading to breathing difficulty and triggering cough, a whistling sound (wheezing) when you breathe out and shortness of breath. 

SALBUTAMOL contains Salbutamol which is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the respiratory muscles and widening the airways of the lungs, making breathing. This medicine is specially prescribed to asthma and COPD patients who have laboured or difficulty in breathing. Thus, it helps relieve chest tightness, cough and wheezing (whistling sound while breathing). Additionally, it also prevents shortness of breath during or after exercise or activity. 

Uses of Avihist 4mg Tablet

Asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder)

Medicinal Benefits of Avihist 4mg Tablet

SALBUTAMOLis a bronchodilator which contains Salbutamol. It helps treat respiratory problems like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis. It works by relaxing and widening the lungs' airway, making it easier to breathe, especially in asthma and COPD patients. It is generally a long-term treatment. 

Directions for Use

SALBUTAMOL is available in tablet, capsule, syrup and inhaler forms. Inhaler: One inhalation of SALBUTAMOL may be administered as a single dose which may be increased to two inhalations if found essential. If the response is inadequate, higher doses than two inhalations can be used. However, the maximum recommended dose is two inhalations three or four times a day. Oral tablet: The tablet form of the SALBUTAMOL should be taken without food, mostly empty stomach. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition.

Side Effects of Avihist 4mg Tablet

In some cases, you may experience common side effects like headache, nausea, shaky or tense feeling, faster heartbeat, warm feeling (caused by blood vessels expanding under the skin) and mouth or throat irritation. Most of these side effects of SALBUTAMOL do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. 

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

This medicine may interact with non-selective beta-blocking drugs (like propranolol), antidepressants (like clomipramine, anti-hypertensive drugs (like guanethidine and methyldopa), anti-anxiety drugs (like diazepam, flurazepam, lorazepam, midazolam), blood clot drugs (like pentoxifylline, ticlopidine), gout drugs (like allopurinol), heart rhythm drugs (like mexiletine, propafenone, verapamil), hormone problems/birth control drugs (like oestrogen, progesterone), immune disorder drugs, anti-seizure drugs (like phenobarbital, phenytoin), stomach acid-reducing drugs (like cimetidine). So, they should not usually be prescribed together.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with SALBUTAMOL to avoid unpleasant side-effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or sleepiness. It may also lead to a life-threatening condition like coma if taken with excessive alcohol.

PREGNANCY

Taking SALBUTAMOL during pregnancy should only be considered if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk to the foetus.

BREAST FEEDING

Taking SALBUTAMOL during breastfeeding should only be considered if the mother's expected benefit is greater than any possible risk to the fetus.

DRIVING

SALBUTAMOL usually causes dizziness, drowsiness, muscle cramps and visual disturbances which may affect their ability to drive or operate machinery. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel sleepy or dizzy after taking SALBUTAMOL. 

LIVER

SALBUTAMOL is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions.

KIDNEY

SALBUTAMOL is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions.