Asthalin
Salbutamol tablets for bronchospasm and asthma. It is a quick-relief medicine that opens the airways but does not treat the underlying inflammation.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2mg | 90 tablets | $66.00 | $0.73 |
| 2mg | 120 tablets | $75.00 | $0.63 |
| 2mg | 180 tablets | $103.00 | $0.57 |
| 2mg | 360 tablets | $159.00 | $0.44 |
| 4mg | 90 tablets | $69.00 | $0.77 |
| 4mg | 120 tablets | $85.00 | $0.71 |
| 4mg | 180 tablets | $92.00 | $0.51 |
| 4mg | 360 tablets | $161.00 | $0.45 |
- Category
- Respiratory Health
- Active ingredient
- Salbutamol
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 2mg · 4mg
Prescription and consultation requirements for Asthalin vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Asthalin details
- Conditions
- Bronchospasm · Asthma · Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Alternative names
- salbutamol
- Therapeutic class
- Beta-2 Adrenergic Agonist
- Pharmacological class
- Bronchodilator
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to salbutamol; ischaemic heart disease
- Minor side effects
- tremor; headache; tachycardia
- Moderate side effects
- hypokalaemia; palpitations; muscle cramps
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Manufacturer
- Cipla Ltd
- Onset time
- 5–15 minutes
- Duration
- 4–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Beta Blockers; Diuretics; Digoxin
- Age restrictions
- Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Potential fetal tachycardia. Breastfeeding: Consult a clinician.
Serious side effects
paradoxical bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention; cardiac arrhythmia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Salbutamol tablets for bronchospasm and asthma. It is a quick-relief medicine that opens the airways but does not treat the underlying inflammation.
Mechanism of action
Relaxes bronchial smooth muscle by stimulating beta-2 receptors, facilitating rapid expansion of narrowed airways.