Name: Levolin 1.25mg Respule 5X2.5ml
Brand: Cipla Ltd
SKU: 8706
Availability: InStock

INTRODUCTION

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE contains Levosalbutamol which belongs to theroup of medicines called Bronchodilators. It is indicated in the treatment or prevention of bronchospasm (constriction of airways) in adults, adolescents, and children between 6-11 years old with reversible obstructive airway disease.

Your doctor might ask you to take several diagnostic tests before starting the treatment with LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE.

It should be used with caution in patients having cardiovascular disorders (coronary insufficiency, cardiac arrhythmias, and high blood pressure), kidney diseases, epilepsy, overactive thyroidland, and diabetes.

Caution must be exercised while using LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE in pregnant and breast-feeding women. Consult with your doctor before using.

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any side effects.

USES OF LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE
Used to treat bronchospasm (constriction of airways) in reversible obstructive airway disease
HOW LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE WORKS

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE helps in the treatment and prevention of bronchospasm acts by relaxing smooth muscle in the bronchial tubes (airway) to increase air flow and relieve shortness of breath by activation of an enzyme which inhibits the release of cells called mast cells which are responsible for causing asthma.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Use LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE as advised by your physician. It is for oral inhalational use only. It is administered by nebulisation using with nebuliser (with a face mask or mouthpiece) which is connected to an air compressor. Your doctor willuide on how to use the nebuliser. Do not exceed the recommended dose of LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE. Check the label for directions before use.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE
RARE

Stop using LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

Sudden shortness of breath (constriction of airways)
Asthmaetting worsen
Severe allergic rection presenting as swelling of the face, throat or tongue, hives, rash, breathing problems
Heart problems (changes in heart rate or blood pressure)
Low potassium levels in blood
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE should be used with caution in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby as safety and effectiveness to the baby and mother has not been established yet. Dose will be adjusted by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using it.

BREASTFEEDING

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it is not known if LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE passes through mother’s milk. Consult your doctor before using it.

KIDNEY

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before using it.

ALLERGY

Do not use LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE if you are allergic to Levosalbutamol or any other ingredients of this medicine.

HEART DISEASE

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases such as coronary insufficiency, irregular heartbeat, and high blood pressure. Consult your doctor before using.

OTHERS

Before using LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE tell your doctor if you have:

Epilepsy
Thyroid problems
Diabetes

Use in pediatrics:

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE has not been shown to be safe and effective in children younger than 6 years of age. Consult your doctor before using.

Use ineriatrics:

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the treatment with LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE for you depending upon your age, health condition and body weight. Kidney function will be monitored. Consult your doctor before using.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug–Drug Interactions:

Before using LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

Other short acting bronchodilators such as albuterol, terbutaline (used to treat asthma)
Beta blockers such as metoprolol, propranolol (used to treat irregular heartbeat)
Digoxin (used to treat heart diseases)
Diuretics (water medicines) such as furosemide, chlorothiazide
Isocarboxazid, tricyclic antidepressants such as nortriptyline, amitriptyline (used to treat depression)
Halothane, enflurane, isoflurane, desflurane, sevoflurane (used as anaesthetics)
Corticosteroids (anti-inflammatory drug Ex. dexamethasone, hydrocortisone)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The symptoms of overdosage of LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE are fastened heart rate, nervousness, headache, tremor, dry mouth, palpitation, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, and sleeplessness.

SYNOPSIS
Drug :   Levosalbutamol
Pharmacological Category :   Beta Agonists
Therapeutic Indication :   Bronchospasm in Reversible Obstructive Airway Disease
Dosage Forms :   Tablet, Syrup, Transpules, Respules, Solution, Rotacaps, Inhalers, Nexhalers, Inhalation solution
MORE INFORMATION
Keep LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE out of reach of children
Store below at room temperature 30°C
FAQs ABOUT LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE

What is LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE and why is it prescribed?

Can LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE beiven to patients having heart disease?

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE may cause fastened heart rate. It should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases such as coronary insufficiency, irregular heartbeat, and high blood pressure. Consult your doctor before using.

Is it safe to use LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE in diabetic patients?

LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE may cause an increase in blood sugar level. Therefore, caution must be exercised while using LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE in diabetic patients and should be kept under close observation. Consult your doctor before using.

How to use LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE?

Use LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE as advised by your physician. It is for oral inhalational use only. It is administered by nebulisation using with nebuliser (with a face mask or mouthpiece) which is connected to an air compressor. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Can I stop using LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE if I feel better?

You should not stop using LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE until your doctor asks you to. Keep using LEVOLIN 1.25MG RESPULE for the whole time it has been prescribed to you. If you wish to discontinue, ask for your doctor’s advice.

REFERENCES

1. K.D. Tripathi. Respiratory System Drugs. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 222.

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3. J L Schlienger, M J Compagnie, P Dellenbach, F Stephan. Metabolic risks of salbutamol in diabetic patients. A study using somatostatin (author’s transl). NIH National Library of Medicine, National centre for biotechnology information. Pubmed.gov. September 1980. [Accessed on 18th July 2022] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6106923/

4. NIH National Library of Medicine, National centre for biotechnology information. Pubchem. Levalbuterol. [Accessed on 18th July 2022] https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Levalbuterol

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USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
Chest X ray
Pulmonary Function Test
Kidney function test
PRODUCT DETAILS
Net Qty
1 N
Item Weight
25
Ingredient
LEVOSALBUTAMOL 1.25MG
Hsn Code
30049091
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