Theo-Asthalin Syrup

This medication is a member of the group of drugs called short-acting beta-2 agonists. The syrup is used for the relief of asthma symptoms. It is very useful for preventing symptoms of asthma due to exercise and other conditions. The dosage is based on your age, gender, response to therapy, medical condition, and use of certain interacting medicines.

The medication may cause side effects such as uneven heart beat, flushing, muscle cramps, irritation or dryness of the mouth and throat. Other severe side effects include low blood potassium levels, weakness, restlessness, dizziness, bronchospasm and lactic acidosis.

This syrup should be used with caution in those who have heart problems, high blood pressure and diabetes. Avoid using this syrup if you have an an overactive thyroid gland, infection of the lungs and arrhythmias.

• Severe Allergic Reaction

• Allergic Disorders

• Asthma

• Skin Disorders

• Eye Disorder

• Allergy

• Electrolyte Imbalance

• Redistribution/Accumulation Of Body Fat

• Bone Degradation

• Increased Risk Of Infection

• Muscle Disorders

• Increased Blood Pressure

• Skin Scar

• Altered Bone Growth

• Behavioural Changes

• Increased Glucose Level In Blood

• Cataract

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  The medication is not recommended to be used during pregnancy.Doctor consultation is necessary.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Please consult your doctor before using this medication if you are breastfeeding a baby.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as possible.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

The medication is a short-acting beta-2 agonist that stimulates beta-2 receptors in the lungs. It counters bronchoconstriction by binding to adenosine A2B receptors and antagonizing adenosine.

• Ques : What is Theo asthalin syrup?

  Ans : Theo asthalin syrup is a medication which has Salbutamol and Theophylline as active elements present in it.

• Ques : What is the use of Theo asthalin syrup?

  Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Wheezing, Interruption of breathing in newborns, Asthma and Chest tightness.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Theo asthalin syrup?

  Ans : Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach upset, Restlessness, Tremor, Headache, Palpitations, Muscle cramp and increased heart rate are possible side-effects that may occur.

• Ques : Can Theo Asthalin Syrup be used for wheezing and interruption of breathing in newborns?

  Ans : Yes, it can be used to treat conditions such as wheezing and interruption of breathing in newborns.

• Ques : How long do I need to use theo asthalin syrup before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 2 hours to 3 days, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use theo asthalin syrup?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication.

• Ques : Should I use theo asthalin syrup empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken with the food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of theo asthalin syrup?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store between 15 to 30c temperature, as keeping this medication above that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

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