Common Tremor, Headache, Restlessness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Palpitations.

Expert advice for Asthalin Solution

Use salbutamol inhalation exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Always keep the inhaler upright during the loading of the dose and administration steps.
If you can feel a slightly sweet tasting powder in your mouth after inhaling, you have received the dose and the active substance has reached your lungs.
During use, regularly wipe the mouthpiece with a fibre-free tissue or soft cloth.
Always replace the inhaler cap after you have used the inhaler.
Always tell your doctor if you suffer from an over active thyroid gland.
Take special precaution if you experience chest pains.
Take special care with salbutamol if you suffer from any disease of the heart.

Q. Is Asthalin a steroid/ an antibiotic/ a cough syrup/ a betablocker/ contains steroid/ addictive/ a rescue inhaler?
Asthalin (also available as Asthalin, Ventolin, Albuterol) is a beta receptor agonist used to prevent and treat wheezing, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, and coughing caused by lung diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a rescue inhaler for asthma. It is not a steroid or contains steroid or an antibiotic. It is not an addictive drug

Q. Does Asthalin need prescription?
Yes. Asthalin is available only by prescription

Q. Is Asthalin safe/ safe for babies?
Asthalin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Does Asthalin cause drowsiness/ increased heart rate/ increase blood pressure/ weight gain?
Asthalin may cause light headedness, increased heart rate or increased blood pressure; however it is not known to cause drowsiness or weight gain. Consult your doctor if you experience such side effects.