PRODUCT DETAILS

About Levosal Syrup

LEVOSALBUTAMOL belongs to the class of 'bronchodilators' primarily used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). LEVOSALBUTAMOL helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Asthma is a breathing problem in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes).

Uses of Levosal Syrup

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, wheezing, breathlessness, coughing.

Medicinal Benefits of Levosal Syrup

LEVOSALBUTAMOL contains 'Levosalbutamol,' which is also known as levalbuterol. Levosalbutamol is a β2 adrenergic receptor agonist and belongs to the class of 'bronchodilators.' LEVOSALBUTAMOL is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). LEVOSALBUTAMOL helps to relieve coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. LEVOSALBUTAMOL relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. LEVOSALBUTAMOL makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Directions for Use

LEVOSALBUTAMOL is available in oral tablet, oral syrup, inhaler, respule, transpule, and rotacap. Oral tablet: Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it. Oral Syrup: Shake the syrup bottle well before use. Measure the syrup with a measuring cup. Take it by mouth with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Inhaler: Hold the inhaler with the mouthpiece facing downwards. Form a tight seal by placing your lips around the mouthpiece. Start breathing slowly with your mouth and push down the inhaler once. Remove the inhaler and breathe normally. Respule/Transpule: Respule/Transpule is a small plastic container that contains a solution. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze the solution into the nebuliser. This solution is made into a fine mist to breathe in. Inhale the medicine through the nebuliser's mouthpiece. Rotacap: Rotacap is a capsule with powdered medication which is placed in Rotahaler. Rotahaler is a plastic inhalation device which releases the medication when you breathe. Place the rotahaler between your teeth and seal it with your lips. Tilt your head slightly and breathe with your mouth deeply while you press the rotahaler. Remove the device and breathe out normally.

Side Effects of Levosal Syrup

Like every medicine, LEVOSALBUTAMOL has common side effects like nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremor (shakiness), headache, muscle tightness, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), nasal congestion (stuffy nose), cough and increased heart rate. Most of these side effects of LEVOSALBUTAMOL do not require medical attention and gradually resolve during treatment. However, if you notice side effects like bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), pharyngitis (inflammation of the pharynx) and fever, please reach out to your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor beforehand if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure and diabetes before taking LEVOSALBUTAMOL. Bronchodilators also cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients leading to severe heart diseases, so LEVOSALBUTAMOL should be cautiously administered. Bronchodilators like LEVOSALBUTAMOL can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Please monitor your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly. Bronchodilators may also cause rapid and irregular heartbeat, blood pressure changes and an electrocardiogram (ECG) changes in heart patients. Also, let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant or already pregnant and a lactating mother since LEVOSALBUTAMOL may cause cleft palate and limb defects in new-borns when used by pregnant women. Drinking alcohol can worsen your sleepiness and affect your mental ability when you are being treated with LEVOSALBUTAMOL.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 LEVOSALBUTAMOL may interact with fluid retention drugs (furosemide), heart-related drugs (digoxin), corticosteroids (prednisone, fluticasone, budesonide), bronchodilators (salmeterol, vilanterol, formoterol, albuterol), and medicines treating nausea and vomiting (ondansetron).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 LEVOSALBUTAMOL is to be cautiously used in heart, liver, kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure and diabetes.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

PREGNANCY

• LEVOSALBUTAMOL, a pregnancy category C drug may cause cleft palate and limb defects in new-borns when used by pregnant women. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting LEVOSALBUTAMOL.

BREAST FEEDING

• There is limited data on how LEVOSALBUTAMOL affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting LEVOSALBUTAMOL.

DRIVING

• Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness, increased/uneven heart rate and shakiness while using LEVOSALBUTAMOL. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

LIVER

• LEVOSALBUTAMOL should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing LEVOSALBUTAMOL.

KIDNEY

• LEVOSALBUTAMOL should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing LEVOSALBUTAMOL.