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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:12 PM IST

About Duosules Respules 5's

Duosules Respules 5's belongs to the class of medications called bronchodilators used to treat or prevent symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), such as shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing (whistling sound while breathing). COPD is a lung disorder that includes emphysema (breathing problems caused by a damaged air sac) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation and narrowing of the lining of airways or bronchial tubes).

Duosules Respules 5's contains Ipratropium and Levosalbutamol. Duosules Respules 5's works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, it allows to breathe easily and provides relief from the symptoms of COPD such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

Your doctor will advise the dosage and duration of Duosules Respules 5's based on your medical condition. Headache, sore throat, dry mouth, runny or stuffy nose, cough with mucous, sneezing, chest tightness, dizziness, nervousness, weariness, irregular heartbeats, and vomiting are the possible side effects. Most of the side effects of Duosules Respules 5's do not require medical attention and fade away with time. Please visit your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

If you are allergic to Duosules Respules 5's or any other medicines, pregnant or breastfeeding, or experience severe difficulty in breathing, please consult a doctor. Do not use Duosules Respules 5's in more than the prescribed doses as it may lead to severe heart or lung problems. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Duosules Respules 5's for a prolonged time as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes fits, enlarged prostate, glaucoma, thyroid or heart problems, bladder obstruction or other urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Duosules Respules 5's. 

Uses of Duosules Respules 5's

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Medicinal Benefits

Duosules Respules 5's is composed of two bronchodilators: ipratropium and levosalbutamol. Duosules Respules 5's works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, it allows to breathe easily and provides relief from the symptoms of COPD such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

Directions for Use

Shake the inhaler well and check the label for directions before using Duosules Respules 5's. Take Duosules Respules 5's daily at the same time to maintain a consistent level of Duosules Respules 5's in the body. While you are breathing Duosules Respules 5's from the mouth, press down the inhaler once to release the medicine and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as advised by your doctor. Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after using Duosules Respules 5's to avoid fungal infections in the mouth and throat.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Duosules Respules 5's

  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • Dry mouth
  • Runny or stuffy nose
  • Cough with mucus
  • Sneezing
  • Chest tightness
  • Dizziness
  • Nervousness
  • Tiredness
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Duosules Respules 5's or any other medicines, pregnant or breastfeeding, experience severe difficulty breathing, please consult a doctor. Do not use Duosules Respules 5's in more than the prescribed doses as it may lead to severe heart or lung problems. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Duosules Respules 5's as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. However, if you experience irregular heartbeats, leg cramps, extreme thirst, constipation, increased urination, muscle weakness, numbness or tingling, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of low potassium. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, epilepsy (fits), enlarged prostate, glaucoma, thyroid or heart problems, bladder obstruction or other urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Duosules Respules 5's. Please do not use or store Duosules Respules 5's near open flame or heat as it may burst the container.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Duosules Respules 5's may interact with bronchodilators (e.g. salmeterol, albuterol, and formoterol), steroid medicines (e.g. budesonide, prednisone), water pills or diuretic medicines (e.g. furosemide), anti-sickness medicines (e.g. ondansetron), heart-related medicines (e.g. atropine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Caffeine may have an interaction with Duosules Respules 5's. As a result, avoid or limit your intake of caffeinated beverages, foods, or dietary supplements along with Duosules Respules 5's, as this may increase your risk of adverse effects.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor before taking Duosules Respules 5's if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, fits, an enlarged prostate, glaucoma, thyroid or heart problems, bladder obstruction, or other urinary problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • SALMETEROL
  • ALBUTEROL
  • FORMOTEROL
  • BUDESONIDE
  • PREDNISONE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • ONDANSETRON
  • ATROPINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Consume potassium-rich foods such as tomatoes, bananas, asparagus, oranges, potatoes, avocados, dark leafy greens, and beetroots because potassium is essential for lung function and a potassium deficiency can cause breathing problems.
  • Drink plenty of fluids every day to thin mucus and make coughing easier.
  • Consume complex carbohydrates such as lentils, beans, barley, oats, quinoa, bran, peas, and potatoes with skin.
  • Limit or avoid caffeinated beverages such as tea, coffee, soda, and energy drinks such as Red Bull.
  • Consume protein-rich foods like meat, fish (especially salmon, sardines, and mackerel), eggs, and poultry.
  • Exercise on a regular basis to strengthen your breathing muscles and strengthen your immune system. Learning breathing exercises will assist you in moving more air into and out of your lungs.
  • Quit smoking because it can reduce the effectiveness of the Duosules Respules 5's and irritate the lungs, exacerbating the breathing problem.

Special Advise

  • Avoid contact of Duosules Respules 5's with eyes, especially if you have glaucoma (damaged eye nerve due to increased eye pressure), as it may worsen the condition and cause eye irritation or blurred vision.
  • Fungal infections might occur in your mouth and throat, so it is advisable to gargle with warm water after each inhalation of Duosules Respules 5's.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath due to damaged air sacs) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco and exposure to air pollutants like asbestos and chemicals/fumes. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).

About Duosules Respules 5's

Duosules Respules 5's belongs to the class of medications called bronchodilators used to treat or prevent symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), such as shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing (whistling sound while breathing). COPD is a lung disorder that includes emphysema (breathing problems caused by a damaged air sac) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation and narrowing of the lining of airways or bronchial tubes).

Duosules Respules 5's contains Ipratropium and Levosalbutamol. Duosules Respules 5's works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, it allows to breathe easily and provides relief from the symptoms of COPD such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

Your doctor will advise the dosage and duration of Duosules Respules 5's based on your medical condition. Headache, sore throat, dry mouth, runny or stuffy nose, cough with mucous, sneezing, chest tightness, dizziness, nervousness, weariness, irregular heartbeats, and vomiting are the possible side effects. Most of the side effects of Duosules Respules 5's do not require medical attention and fade away with time. Please visit your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

If you are allergic to Duosules Respules 5's or any other medicines, pregnant or breastfeeding, or experience severe difficulty in breathing, please consult a doctor. Do not use Duosules Respules 5's in more than the prescribed doses as it may lead to severe heart or lung problems. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Duosules Respules 5's for a prolonged time as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes fits, enlarged prostate, glaucoma, thyroid or heart problems, bladder obstruction or other urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Duosules Respules 5's. 

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Uses of Duosules Respules 5's

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Medicinal Benefits

Duosules Respules 5's is composed of two bronchodilators: ipratropium and levosalbutamol. Duosules Respules 5's works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, it allows to breathe easily and provides relief from the symptoms of COPD such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

Side Effects of Duosules Respules 5's

  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • Dry mouth
  • Runny or stuffy nose
  • Cough with mucus
  • Sneezing
  • Chest tightness
  • Dizziness
  • Nervousness
  • Tiredness
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Vomiting

Directions for Use

Shake the inhaler well and check the label for directions before using Duosules Respules 5's. Take Duosules Respules 5's daily at the same time to maintain a consistent level of Duosules Respules 5's in the body. While you are breathing Duosules Respules 5's from the mouth, press down the inhaler once to release the medicine and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as advised by your doctor. Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after using Duosules Respules 5's to avoid fungal infections in the mouth and throat.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Duosules Respules 5's or any other medicines, pregnant or breastfeeding, experience severe difficulty breathing, please consult a doctor. Do not use Duosules Respules 5's in more than the prescribed doses as it may lead to severe heart or lung problems. Regular monitoring of potassium levels is recommended while taking Duosules Respules 5's as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood. However, if you experience irregular heartbeats, leg cramps, extreme thirst, constipation, increased urination, muscle weakness, numbness or tingling, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of low potassium. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, epilepsy (fits), enlarged prostate, glaucoma, thyroid or heart problems, bladder obstruction or other urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Duosules Respules 5's. Please do not use or store Duosules Respules 5's near open flame or heat as it may burst the container.

Therapeutic Class

BRONCHODILATOR

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • SALMETEROL
  • ALBUTEROL
  • FORMOTEROL
  • BUDESONIDE
  • PREDNISONE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • ONDANSETRON
  • ATROPINE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Consume potassium-rich foods such as tomatoes, bananas, asparagus, oranges, potatoes, avocados, dark leafy greens, and beetroots because potassium is essential for lung function and a potassium deficiency can cause breathing problems.
  • Drink plenty of fluids every day to thin mucus and make coughing easier.
  • Consume complex carbohydrates such as lentils, beans, barley, oats, quinoa, bran, peas, and potatoes with skin.
  • Limit or avoid caffeinated beverages such as tea, coffee, soda, and energy drinks such as Red Bull.
  • Consume protein-rich foods like meat, fish (especially salmon, sardines, and mackerel), eggs, and poultry.
  • Exercise on a regular basis to strengthen your breathing muscles and strengthen your immune system. Learning breathing exercises will assist you in moving more air into and out of your lungs.
  • Quit smoking because it can reduce the effectiveness of the Duosules Respules 5's and irritate the lungs, exacerbating the breathing problem.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Avoid contact of Duosules Respules 5's with eyes, especially if you have glaucoma (damaged eye nerve due to increased eye pressure), as it may worsen the condition and cause eye irritation or blurred vision.
  • Fungal infections might occur in your mouth and throat, so it is advisable to gargle with warm water after each inhalation of Duosules Respules 5's.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath due to damaged air sacs) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco and exposure to air pollutants like asbestos and chemicals/fumes. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).